RESUME OBJECTIVE
Caring and motivated teacher assistant with 7 years of classroom experience. Strong multitasking ability, recognized for excellent communication skills and ability to manage and enthusiastically engage with classes of 30+ students. Deeply committed to providing creative, high-quality educational materials and superior instructional support to create the best environment for education possible. Fully certified by the state of Minnesota.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
ZACHARY LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plymouth, MN
Teacher Assistant August 2014 – Present
- Received award for Teaching Assistant of the Year from Zachary Lane Elementary School in 2015, with commendation for patience and enthusiasm when managing large groups of students
- Independently supervised classes of 30-40 students during arrival and dismissal, mealtimes, on the playground, and on field trips
- Assisted and mentored students in groups and on an individual basis
- Provided educational materials, including daily lesson plans, and weekly homework packets that averaged a 95% completion rate
- Assisted teachers in creating quizzes and activities with creative questions that encouraged out-of-the-box critical thinking
CONCORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Edina, MN
Classroom Aide September 2011 – June 2014
- Engaged one-on-one with students with behavioral problems in both classroom and extracurricular settings, resulting in an improvement of more than 10% in their grades
- Supervised weekly reading group that encouraged elementary students to read an average of 3 new books monthly
- Proctored biweekly quizzes and weekly tests, ensuring academic integrity and an appropriate testing environment
- Worked under teacher’s direction to maintain a clean, safe and comfortable classroom
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
- Proficient with classroom technology and virtual learning environments, including Microsoft Office, SMART Learning Suite, and Blackboard Learn
- Ability to play the guitar and piano
- Patient and able to function well under pressure
EDUCATION
EDINA HIGH SCHOOL Edina, MN
Diploma, June 2011
- GPA 3.6/4
CERTIFICATIONS
- First Aid and CPR (American Red Cross)
- CCA (Child Care Assistant)