VaLesha Carr
Jackson,MS
Summary
I Supported faculty and classroom needs with a proactive and diligent approach. I am Passionate about helping students and offer proven skills developed over 12 years of related experience. I am Versed in school standards and strategies to optimize learning for preschool students. I am Goal-oriented and I care for students of different learning levels and backgrounds. I am Always ready to step in and positively impact student learning or teacher wellbeing with timely support. I am Reliable in maintaining orderly spaces and preparing daily materials. I am a Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. I am Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. I am a Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Infant Instructional Assistant
St. Andrews Episcopal Church
10.2022 - Current
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Applied specialized teaching techniques to reinforce social and communication skills.
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
- Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
- Handled class records for attendance, assignment grades and course participation scores.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
HeadStart Teacher
Hinds County Human Resource Agency
03.2010 - 09.2022
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Registered student progress and attendance on database to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
Education
Associate Of Applied Science - Child Development
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS05.1995
Basic
Provine High School
Jackson, MS05.1990
Elementary Education
Jackson State University
Jackson, MSSkills
- Positive Learning Environment
- Classroom Management
- Instructional Assistance
- Curriculum Development
- Student Assessment
- Games and Manipulatives
- Student Learning Support
- Multicultural Awareness
- Preparing Instructional Materials
- Small Group Instruction
- Role Playing and Interaction Methods
- Toddler-Preschool Age-Group Experience
- Creating a Safe Learning Environment
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Promoting Social and Emotional Development
Timeline
Infant Instructional Assistant
St. Andrews Episcopal Church
10.2022 - Current
HeadStart Teacher
Hinds County Human Resource Agency
03.2010 - 09.2022
Associate Of Applied Science - Child Development
Hinds Community College
Basic
Provine High School
Elementary Education
Jackson State University