Teacher's Aide - Farrell Area School District - Farrell, PA
(2023-03)
- Supported Farrell Area School District teachers with classroom instruction and daily routines.
- Prepared learning materials for lessons, activities, and student assignments.
- Supervised students during classroom, hallway, lunch, and transition periods.
- Reinforced behavior expectations and classroom management plans.
- Assisted students with reading, writing, and math practice.
- Monitored student safety during arrival, dismissal, and recess duties.
- Organized classroom supplies, records, and instructional materials.
- Communicated student needs with teachers and school staff.
- Built positive relationships with students, parents, teachers, and administrators to foster a supportive learning environment.
- Contributed to positive, educational setting by delivering gentle discipline and promoting student success.
- Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
- Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
- Assisted teachers with lesson preparation and curriculum implementation.
- Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.
- Helped students master assignments and reinforced learning concepts presented by teachers.
- Assessed student learning styles and understanding of material to redirect and optimize teaching strategies.
Teacher/Assist Teacher/Daycare Floater - Building Blocks Child Center - Hermitage, PA
(2021-02 - 2023-02)
- Designed and implemented age-appropriate enrichment activities that promoted social, emotional, and intellectual growth in students.
- Utilized educational technology to enhance classroom learning.
- Conducted literature and resource research to support classroom projects.
- Developed instructional materials and visual aids to supplement lesson plans.
- Implemented classroom rules and procedures to maintain discipline and order.
- Participated in professional development workshops and training sessions.
- Coordinated with teachers to identify and support students with special needs.
- Acted as a liaison between students and faculty, facilitating communication and understanding.
- Proctored examinations and monitored for cheating.
- Notified instructors of errors or problems with assignments.
- Partnered with administration to address school-wide issues, enhancing communication and teamwork across the school.
- Fully ran elementary school office, due to staffing shortages.
- Was an active part of the school-wide security team.
- Took over multiple clerical duties for classrooms/elementary school office.
- Provided over-the-phone service to parents, and guided them through the steps regarding their individual situations.
- Recorded various data entries into both online databases and paper filing systems.
- Planned age-appropriate lessons for children at child center classrooms.
- Supervised daily activities in Building Blocks Child Center classrooms.
- Supported social-emotional development through positive guidance and encouragement.
- Monitored child safety during meals, transitions, and rest periods.
- Prepared learning materials for indoor and outdoor play centers.
- Communicated classroom updates with parents and child center staff.
- Documented attendance, behavior, and daily care observations.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
After-School Program Assistant/Daycare Floater - Buhl Child Development Center - Sharon, Pennsylvania
(2019-09 - 2021-02)
- Evaluated students on monthly basis and adjusted lessons accordingly to incorporate improvements.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
- Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
- Assisted lead teachers with lesson setup and classroom transitions.
- Performed administrative duties such as filing paperwork, answering phone calls, and responding to emails.
- Organized activities such as games, arts and crafts, reading stories, and singing songs.
- Developed positive relationships with parents by providing updates on their child's day-to-day progress.
- Attended staff meetings in order to stay up-to-date on new regulations or changes within the facility.
- Observed and monitored children to identify developmental strengths and target enrichment activities.
- Updated detailed records for each child with information such as daily observations, meals served and medications administered.
- Managed administrative program tasks such as taking attendance, updating logs and tracking supplies.
- Supported after-school childcare routines at a child development center.
- Supervised children during play, snack time, and homework periods.
- Prepared classroom materials for daily enrichment activities.
- Monitored safety, behavior, and group transitions throughout program hours.
- Communicated with parents and staff about daily child needs.
- Assisted with snack service, cleanup, and room organization.
- Documented attendance and program participation for center records.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during activities.
- Facilitated communication between students, staff, and parents and guardians as necessary.
- Collaborated with teachers and school administrators to ensure program objectives were met.
- Supervised children on the bus used during pick-up time for program.
- Collaborated with bus company to ensure correct pick-up days/times.
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to youth programming.
- Supported the planning and execution of special events such as field trips or guest speakers.
- Communicated suspicious or dangerous behavior to school administration and parents.
- Cared for children in institutional settings.
- Logged and kept track of students in multiple schools/grades on virtual learning during COVID-19.
Cashier - Golden Corral Buffet and Grill - Hermitage, PA
(2018-10 - 2019-09)
- Greeted guests at Golden Corral buffet entrance with friendly, professional service.
- Processed cash, credit, and debit payments at register accurately.
- Issued receipts and balanced cashier drawer during shift changes.
- Answered guest questions about menu items, pricing, and buffet policies.
- Maintained clean checkout area and organized front counter supplies.
- Supported dining room staff with guest flow and front-end coordination.
- Handled customer concerns calmly and resolved payment issues promptly.
- Followed Golden Corral service standards while serving fast-paced restaurant guests.
- Performed other duties as assigned by management.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.
- Followed company security procedures for handling large sums of money.
