Teacher's Assistant Resume Example Loudoun County Public Schools

TEACHER'S ASSISTANT

Summary

Attentive educator with 17 years of experience guiding students in a Montessori school setting. Successfully lead classroom activities, tutoring, maintaining a clean and inviting learning environment and highly skilled to supervise children. Maintain student interest using engaging teaching methods, friendliness and enthusiastic attitude.

Skills

Early childhood education
Group and individual instruction
Progress reporting
One-on-one and small group instruction
Behavior modeling

Setting up activities
Classroom supply management
Maintaining safe environments
Supervision

Experience

Teacher's AssistantLoudoun County Public Schools | Sterling, VA | September 2018 - March 2020

Promoted student learning by providing individualized and small group support to reinforce classroom topics.
Assisted teachers with instruction and provided clerical support for diverse needs.
Tutored and supported students individually and in groups of up to 6 by reteaching and reviewing lesson concepts.
Supervised students and maintained security throughout school buildings and on field trips.
Arranged and led activities for students, including mentally and physically challenged.
Distributed and collected tests and homework to collate and prepare for grading.
Monitored students in class, hallways and cafeterias to supervise, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
Graded assignments and tests using answer key, documented results and informed lead teacher of students' performance.
Distributed classroom materials and supplies such as pencils, paper and art materials.
Contributed to positive, educational setting by delivering gentle discipline and promoting student success.
Drove social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development through age-appropriate enrichment activities.
Managed daily attendance and reported absences and tardies to Office personnel for parental notification.
Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
Used Montessori exercises and repetition to assist students in learning foundational educational concepts.
Kept students safe inside and outside classrooms by proactively monitoring behaviors and tracking student movements, safety hazards and visitors.
Straightened classroom, placing books back on shelves to keep areas well-maintained and organized.
Organized and distributed learning materials like homework, textbooks and classroom supplies.
Supervised 25 students on field trips by performing head counts and maintaining group proximity to account for all children in busy, public environments.
Monitored students in class, hallways and cafeterias to supervise, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
Tutored and supported students individually and in groups of up to 6 by reteaching and reviewing lesson concepts.
Marked homework assignments, tests and special projects.
Managed daily attendance and reported absences and tardies to Office personnel for parental notification.
Took attendance, graded assignments, and maintained routine student records.

Assistant Toddler TeacherMontessori School of McLean | McLean, VA | September 2014 - May 2018

Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies such as games and crafts for experiential learning.
Taught children foundational skills such as colors, shapes and letters.
Collaborated with parents to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication.
Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
Disciplined children and recommended other measures to correct behavior.
Managed general housekeeping duties, including feeding, diapering, resting, and cleanup.
Maintained developmentally appropriate environment.
Participated in 2 professional development activities yearly, including early childhood development and various other montessori related seminars.
30 years childcare experience.
Led developmentally appropriate activities for mentally and physically challenged children.
Implemented positive discipline by following policy of warning, timeout and talking with child.
Recognized early signs of emotional or developmental problems in children.
Led reading classes for preschool-aged children to build foundational knowledge.
Introduced groups of 16 toddlers to multisensory activities such as music, dance and stories to encourage exploration and spark curiosity.
Sparked creativity and imagination by helping children discover new things each day.
Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing and crafts.
Planned weekly menus for 16 children following nutritional and allergen guidelines.
Carefully monitored children's play activities to identify additional learning opportunities or behavioral issues.
Communicated in English and Hungarian with parents and other caregivers about child's progress and behavioral concerns.
Planned and led games, reading and activities for groups of 26 children.
Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
Encouraged early literacy through read-aloud time and alphabet games.
Supervised circle time, free play, outside play and learning and developmental activities.
Addressed aggressive behaviors with calming approaches.
Upheld all CPR and VA state regulated certifications.
Maintained daily records of activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
Escorted children on outings and trips to local parks and zoos.
Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.

Preschool Teacher's AssistantMontessori School of McLean | McLean, VA | January 2001 - May 2018

Arranged classroom furniture and learning materials to keep areas neat.
Supervised students outside classroom during recess, lunch and breaks.
Prepared instructional materials such as laminated cards, cut paper for various works, set up work stations such as painting, puzzles, cutting/gluing, hand-washing station, dishwashing station, folding laundry, various Montessori stations.
Maintained and cleaned nap mats by making minor repairs and wiping down.
Assisted with or led story time by reading books to children.
Prepared classroom for naptime by cleaning floors, setting up cots with sheets and pillows, folding and wiping down cots after nap.
Made and distributed nutritious snacks by preparing and dividing into portions.
Instructed and assisted students during craft activities.
Set up for special events, including parties and parent meetings.
Created and assembled classroom displays and decorations.
Maintained hygiene of students by changing diapers and clothing if deemed necessary.
Monitored students to observe behavior, enforce rules and maintain safety.
Attended field trips to sites such as garden centers, museums, planetariums, seasonal activities to accompany and supervise children.
Organized student items by labeling and documenting collection.
Supported lead teacher with daily classroom activities.
Evaluated student's progress and documented in reports.
Planned class activities, including social events.
Supervised students and maintained security throughout school buildings and on field trips.
Assisted teachers with instruction and provided clerical support for diverse needs.
Cleaned and organized classrooms, materials, and supplies for maximum efficiency.
Prepared bulletin boards, classroom materials and individual student portfolios to support teacher plans.
Prepared lesson materials and visual aids to reinforce lesson concepts.
Modeled and taught basic and advanced social skills, conflict management techniques and study approaches to students.
Promoted student learning by providing individualized and small group support to reinforce classroom topics.
Monitored students in class, hallways and playgrounds to supervise, enforce rules and support lead teacher.

Private NannyChris and Andrea Roberson | Falls Church, VA | November 1995 - April 2006

Engaged with children, providing nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social and intellectual growth.
Planned fun excursions to enhance physical abilities and expose children to stimulating, educational activities.
Regulated children's schedules to balance rest, learning and play.
Helped children complete homework and special assignments daily to support academic performance.
Coordinated after-school activities and transportation for 3 children for practices and events.
Monitored playtime to prevent overuse of technology, television or other detrimental influences.
Researched food allergies to better understand and provide higher level of care and oversight for individuals with such conditions.
Prepared snacks and meals, scheduled and coordinated projects and reinforced appropriate discipline for children according to parents' specifications.
Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
Performed light housekeeping duties, such as preparing nutritious meals, cleaning laundry, tidying bedrooms, dusting and sanitizing play areas.
Cleaned and tidied living room and kitchen after activities.
Cut snack foods into bite-sized pieces before serving to young children and monitored closely during snack time to prevent choking.
Calculated amount owed for services and collected payment from parents.
Cooked nutritious meals for family of 5 each week to promote healthy diet.
Documented and communicated daily reports outlining each child's daily activities.
Built relationships with children by regularly discussing school, friends and favorite activities.
Bathed and dressed babies, changed diapers and prepared bottles and feeding equipment.
Minimized TV and mobile device time by engaging children with games and reading books.
Monitored indoor and outdoor playtime by guiding activities while watching for dangers.
Assisted children by checking homework, quizzing on various subjects and helping with hard to understand concepts.
Kept parents' contact information, emergency services phone number and child's health history on hand in case of emergency situations.
Assisted children with homework and implemented school material in practical, everyday activities.
Followed routines to foster stability and structure in children's lives while parents were away.
Helped with bathing, dressing, teeth brushing and diapering to promote healthy personal hygiene and good oral health.
Facilitated safe, caring and warm environment for children between ages of 3 months and 10 years old to stimulate development.
Transported children safely to range of extracurricular activities, including baby gym, baseball, swimming, various sport activities.
Transported children to and from school, extra-curricular activities and play-dates.
Coordinated drop-off and pick-up times for 3 children according to school schedules and drove to multiple extracurricular commitments.

Education and Training

High School DiplomaHerman Otto Gimnazuim | | Miskolc, Hungary | May 1991

Additional Information

I was born and raised in Hungary, Europe. I left the country at age 21 and came to the United States in hopes of a better life. I am married to a Hungarian and have a 14 year old son who is entering high school this August. He is bilingual and loves spending time in Hungary with relatives. We do go back once every other year to visit. I help my husband with his construction business from home.

My favorite activity is reading and watching movies. We do travel quite often, we love traveling as a family.

I am passionate about babies, absolutely LOVE them!

We have a cat, named Marshall, I hope nobody in your family has a cat allergy. I am ok with dogs also and willing to walk them as well.

Background

As I mentioned I've been passionate about babies and young children ever since I was a young girl. I started baby-sitting at age 16, I used to watch 2 girls for a young divorced mother (in Hungary) with whom we are friends to this day still. The girls are now over 30 years old.

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Loudoun County Public Schools
Montessori School of McLean
Chris and Andrea Roberson

School Attended

Herman Otto Gimnazuim

Job Titles Held:

Teacher's Assistant
Assistant Toddler Teacher
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Private Nanny

Degrees

High School Diploma

Teacher's Assistant Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%

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