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TEACHER ASSISTANT
Professional Summary
Teacher Assistant with extensive background as Teacher Aide. Excellent skills building nurturing safe learning environments for K-12 student groups. Excels at written and verbal communications coupled with in-depth knowledge of classroom activities and teaching methods. Outstanding skills preparing lessons, providing materials, and supervising students. Detailed-oriented, student-centric Assistant Teacher with 6 years of experience. Strong competencies for reinforcing lessons presented by teachers by reviewing materials with students one-on-one or in small groups. Perceptive at student monitoring in class, between classes, other activities and on field trips.
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Work History
Teacher Assistant, 08/2015 to 06/2020
Michael Gray Foundation Of Dreams – Oak Park , IL
Michael Gray Foundation Of Dreams – Oak Park , IL
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance
- Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills
- Organized classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities
- Supported instructor with test administration, curriculum development and assignment grading
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency
- Oversaw groups of up to 10 students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety and security
- Performed special tasks such as On Job Training at internships and life skills to help students with special needs learn and grow
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, objectives and philosophies
- Helped teachers recognize learning issues students faced and recommended solutions
- Created lesson materials, visuals and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans
- Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher
- Attended training classes, parent conferences, and faculty meetings to stay up-to-date on student progress
- Supervised residential and day treatment children during class and on field trips
- Assigned grades for coursework and tests using answer key, recorded results and informed teacher of performance
Special Olympics Coordinator, 08/2017 to 06/2020
The Paragon School – City , STATE
The Paragon School – City , STATE
- Scheduled all practices as well as coordinator games for both Basketball and Soccer
- In constant Communication with Athletes and families to make sure that there was a clear understanding of expectations and requirements to participate in Special Olympics for Orange County
- Managed coaches and set up teams based off of individuals skills as to promote the best of all athletes participating
- Boosted performance of individual athletes by devising strategic personal training programs
- Introduced games and drills, which helped students to better develop skill levels
- Encouraged everyone to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience and respect for others
- Reminded athletes and coaching staff to display and promote good sportsmanship with competing teams on and off field
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries
- Developed game plans and adjusted to meet various game situations
- Coordinated with parents, boosters and other resources to meet all team needs
- Held special events to promote camaraderie among teammates, families and community members
- Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps and damage
- Readied athletes for tough games by implementing coordinated regimens of practices and physical conditioning
- Directed ambitious practice sessions to boost athletic abilities and teamwork
Co-Teacher/Swim Instructor, 08/2008 to Current
The Winter Park YMCA – City , STATE
The Winter Park YMCA – City , STATE
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support
- Created enjoyable and interesting learning environment for 6 students per group lessons. Also, One to one (Private) Lessons
- Detailed factors such as weather, incidents and aid rendered in daily reports to management
- Maintained rescue equipment in peak condition by conducting inspections and completing basic repairs
- Reminded students to practice swimming strokes to develop their skills and improve technique
- Gave private lessons to special needs students, including those with Motor and/or Mental conditions, teaching such techniques as floating and treading water
- Helped students adjust to pool and unfamiliar surroundings, resulting in better results during individual and group lessons
- Explained and demonstrated swimming strokes, exhibiting proper technique and positioning in water
- Taught students pool and water safety guidelines
- Tracked students' progress and gave constructive feedback for skills requiring improvement
- Monitored student progress through test administration and adapted learning plans to optimize progress
- Decreased learning time by initiating new learning methods and ensuring complete student comprehension
- Oversaw day-to-day operations, including managing curriculum implementation and continuous improvement of industry best practices
- Earned positive feedback from parents regarding classroom instruction and student learning success
- Built and maintained strong parent and student relationships
- Applied play-based strategies, including crafts and games, to provide diverse approaches to learning
Education
Bachelor of Science: Buissness Management , 10/2019
University of Phoenix - City, State
University of Phoenix - City, State
Associate of Arts: 05/2014
Seminole State College of Florida - City, State
Seminole State College of Florida - City, State
- Classes in Child Development and Growth
- Classes in Observing and guiding Children's Behavior
- Classes in Professionalism in Early Childhood Education
Certifications
- First Aid/CPR Certified
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School Attended
- University of Phoenix
- Seminole State College of Florida
Job Titles Held:
- Teacher Assistant
- Special Olympics Coordinator
- Co-Teacher/Swim Instructor
Degrees
- Bachelor of Science : Buissness Management , 10/2019
Associate of Arts : 05/2014
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