Wilson Devolk-Dodge
Program Aide
Santa Barbara,CA
Summary
Compassionate Program Aide with a background in issue resolution and lesson planning. A determined employee with over two and a half years of encouraging children to play and learn cooperatively and with compassion. Looking to secure steady and rewarding part-time employment or paid learning opportunity. Noted by teachers and adults for communication skills and leadership abilities. Very reliable, and high ratings by managers on speaking with customers, students, and parents.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Class Leader
Hope School District
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Achieved higher student participation by incorporating interactive activities and group projects in the curriculum.
- Enhanced students critical thinking skills through problem solving exercises
- Improved overall classroom management by implementing clear expectations, consistent consequences, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Provided individualized support for diverse learners by differentiating instruction according to their unique needs and strengths.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Program Aide
PUSD ESS
08.2020 - 06.2023
- Supervises and teaches up to 35 kids at one time
- Implement safe and welcoming environment for children to interact in
- Observe activities among kids to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate
- Plan and coordinate day-to-day activities to encourage positive behavior and enhance interactions and development
- Utilize positive reinforcement to help children develop communication, social engagement, and collaboration skills
- Applied encouraging behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Engage with children individually to promote physical activity and academic curiosity
Percussion Mentor
Mt. Carmel High School Marching Band
08.2014 - 11.2016
- Music mentor to younger players, responsible for 5-10 members
- 30+ hour weeks
- Worked in disciplined and competitive environment, taught with positive reinforcement
- Provided timing and rhythmic foundation for band members to coordinate performances
- Performed routine maintenance and cleaning of percussion inventory to provide optimal sound quality
Education
High School Diploma -
Mt. Carmel High School
San Diego, CATransfer - History
Palomar College
San Marcos, CACurrent
Seeking Degree - Business
Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CA08.2023
Skills
- Promoting motivation and initiative among peers and within work environment
- Communicating efficiently
- Partaking in healthy learning environments and adapting to various types of environments
- Utilizing safety measures and procedures
- Enrichment program planning
- Conducting individual and group instruction in classroom setting
- Promoting products to uphold company reputation
- Operating POS (Point of Sale) cash registers
Timeline
Class Leader
Hope School District
09.2023 - 06.2024
Program Aide
PUSD ESS
08.2020 - 06.2023
Percussion Mentor
Mt. Carmel High School Marching Band
08.2014 - 11.2016
High School Diploma -
Mt. Carmel High School
Transfer - History
Palomar College
Seeking Degree - Business
Santa Barbara City College
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