Teacher assistant
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Relied upon and trusted to complete several duties and take on responsibilities as directed by the teacher while remaining motivated and enthusiastic. Demonstrated outstanding efficiency and organization to create an environment of learning where students could thrive and be confident about their abilities and possibilities.

• Circulated the classroom to assist students to complete assignments by answering questions and directing them toward solutions.
• Demonstrated exceptional interpersonal, communication, patience, and creativity skills to adapt lesson strategies to students’ unique needs.
• Directed to assist students functioning below grade level across multiple subjects, especially in reading and writing.
• Participated in ongoing staff development programs, and provided insight/feedback on the effectiveness of current training practices.
• Worked with students in teacher-directed groups, whole groups, small groups, and on a one-on-one basis.

Followed the teacher’s instructional and assessment strategies to ensure individual students’ needs were effectively met. Assisted to prepare for and conduct quarterly teacher-parent meetings. Helped create a positive growth environment by cultivating professional relationships with staff, students, and families.

• Assisted lead teacher with attendance, grading, and other types of administrative duties throughout the week.
• Worked one-on-one with students to help them comprehend and apply the principles taught by the lead teacher.
• Monitored students’ work habits and progress to provide the lead teacher with insight into their performance and possible needs.
• Set up audio and visual equipment to help lead teacher adequately prepare lessons and oversee last-minute classroom responsibilities.
• Provided additional supervision for students during lunch, P.E., between classes, and field trips or class outings.

Performed numerous tasks including writing and editing curricula, creating worksheets, giving short lectures, facilitating small groups, and participating in interactive lessons inside and outside of the classroom. Helped to maintain a safe learning environment and administered best practices/strategies to correct disruptive student behavior under the teacher’s discretion.

• Reviewed and recommended low-cost, online learning tools and products for the school during the pandemic.
• Participated and volunteered in off-campus activities and events to encourage relationships and enhance engagement between parents and teachers.
• Volunteered to edit a monthly student-parent magazine to increase local awareness and encourage greater participation from the community.
• Championed local fundraising events and recruited community leaders to volunteer time to develop after-school programs.
• Facilitated student assessment and created preliminary reports according to school and teacher guidelines.