Vada Skramstad
Marine On Saint Croix,MN
Summary
Outgoing Teacher's Aide dedicated to working with children with behavioral and developmental disorders. Well-versed in crisis intervention. Kind and compassionate individual possessing excellent communication, multitasking and time management skills. Organized Teaching Assistant focused on helping lead teacher with support and student instruction. Passionate about positively impacting students' lives and helping improve academic performance. Personable and kind with parents and their children.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher's Aide
Small Wonders Preschool & Child Care Center
Fargo, ND
08.2022 - Current
- Assisted teachers in preparing materials for instruction and classroom activities.
- Instructed small groups of students on specific topics within the scope of teacher's lesson plan.
- Supervised student activities during recess, lunchtime, and other breaks.
- Helped maintain a safe learning environment for all students.
- Monitored student behavior in the classroom, hallways, cafeteria, playground.
- Monitored children's behavior, providing guidance and direction when necessary.
- Provided a safe, secure and nurturing environment for the children.
Assistant Teacher
Christ Lutheran Church
Hugo, MN
03.2019 - 07.2022
- Provided a safe, secure and nurturing environment for the children.
- Helped maintain an orderly classroom environment by enforcing rules regarding student conduct.
- Demonstrated knowledge of basic first aid procedures for minor illnesses or injuries.
- Encouraged students to interact positively and calmly solve disputes.
- Related well to parents and kept each informed about new daycare activities or behavioral concerns.
- Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
- Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children.
- Cared for 10-20 children ages 1 to 5.
Teacher's Assistant
Ezekiel Lutheran Church
River Falls, WI
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Assisted teachers with creating and maintaining a safe, orderly learning environment.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and behavior reports.
- Greeted parents at school events to provide information about curriculum and activities.
- Helped teacher plan lessons utilizing various teaching strategies including hands-on activities and technology integration.
- Encouraged positive social behaviors among students through role modeling and conflict resolution techniques.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
Expo/ Host/Wait Assistant
Washington Square Restaurant
White Bear Lake, MN
07.2019 - 03.2022
- Greeted visitors, answered questions, and directed them to the appropriate locations.
- Provided detailed information about available services and products.
- Assisted with setting up booths and displays before events began.
- Maintained a neat and organized work area throughout each event.
- Adhered to safety protocols while interacting with guests at all times.
- Monitored crowd control during peak attendance periods.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Assisted in preparing the restaurant for opening and closing shifts.
Coach
Flips Gymnastics
White Bear Lake, MN
08.2018 - 10.2019
- Organized practice sessions and competitions to enhance student development in the sport.
- Created a safe and supportive environment for athletes to practice their skills.
- Instructed athletes on proper techniques, safety measures and rules of the sport.
- Provided feedback on form, technique, strategy and performance during practice sessions and competitions.
- Communicated regularly with parents about their child's progress.
- Adapted coaching methods based on individual needs of each athlete.
- Planned workouts tailored specifically towards improving overall strength, agility and endurance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Stillwater Area High School
Stillwater, MN05.2021
Some College (No Degree) - Dental Hygiene
Minnesota State And Community Technical College
Moorhead, MNSkills
- Student and Parent Relations
- Classroom Organization
- Behavior Management
- Early Education
- School age care
- Skills with ages K-5
- Early Childhood Development
- Infant Care
- Child Supervision
- Athlete Development
- Infant, Toddler, and Preschool Curricula
Certification
- Certified First Aid and CPR, Red Cross - 2023-2024
Timeline
Teacher's Aide
Small Wonders Preschool & Child Care Center
08.2022 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
Ezekiel Lutheran Church
08.2021 - 05.2022
Expo/ Host/Wait Assistant
Washington Square Restaurant
07.2019 - 03.2022
Assistant Teacher
Christ Lutheran Church
03.2019 - 07.2022
Coach
Flips Gymnastics
08.2018 - 10.2019
High School Diploma -
Stillwater Area High School
Some College (No Degree) - Dental Hygiene
Minnesota State And Community Technical College
- Certified First Aid and CPR, Red Cross - 2023-2024
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