Public Schools Entry Level

JULIA JACKSON

Durham, NC *****

919-***-**** - ********@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Dedicated and mindful Teaching Assistant offers passionate and informed support for students and staff. Experienced interpersonal communicator addresses unique queries within educational settings and accommodates staff curriculum requirements. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

SKILLS

Role Playing and Interaction Methods

Communication and Interpersonal

Skills

IEP Adherence

Student Assessment

Creating a Safe Learning Environment

Pupil Supervision

Educational Settings

Communicating with Parents and

Teachers

Conflict Resolution

Student Learning Support

Group Classes

Instructional Assistance

Classroom Management

Verbal and Written Communication

Small Group Instruction

Preparing Instructional Materials

Positive Learning Environment

Experience with Diverse Student

Populations

Special Education Support

WORK HISTORY

09/2022 to Current Instructional Assistant

Durham Public Schools – Durham, NC

Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities. Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow. Collaborated with other instructional assistants and teachers to provide comprehensive support to students and deliver instruction aligned with curriculum standards.

Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.

Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork. 02/2014 to 09/2022 School Bus Driver

Durham Public Schools – Durham, NC

Developed positive relationships with students, faculty and parents to support continuous rapport and communication.

Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.

Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules. Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting. Maintained State driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes. Reported vehicle maintenance and repair issues to appropriate personnel for timely resolution.

Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.

Obeyed federal, State and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.

Communicated information to parents to promote good communication and transparency.

Demonstrated strict adherence to safety regulations and traffic laws to safeguard passengers.

Assisted students with boarding and exiting bus to reduce safety issues. 01/2021 to 05/2021 EC Teacher's Assistant

Durham Public Schools – Durham, NC

Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.

Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons. Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.

Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher. Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.

Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.

08/2002 to 11/2002 EC Teacher's Assistant

Durham Public Schools – Durham, NC

Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.

Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons. Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.

Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher. Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.

08/1998 to 05/2000 EC Teacher

Durham Public Schools – Durham, NC

Delivered information to parents about child by discussion at arrival and departure time, written communications and telephone calls.

Demonstrated skills to develop, supervise, plan and teach curriculum best suited to young children.

Exhibited flexibility in scheduling, worked with different levels of staff and handled variety of early childhood situations.

Developed, supervised, planned and taught developmentally appropriate curriculum.

Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals. Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.

Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.

Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.

Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance. Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs. Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.

Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs. Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.

Provided emotional support to students and families. 01/1995 to 05/1996 After-School Program Assistant

Durham Public Schools – Durham, NC

Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline. Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.

Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement. Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes. Assisted with school field trips and special events by collecting permission slips and payments.

EDUCATION

05/1989 Bachelor Of Science: Psychology

Bennett College For Women - Greensboro, NC

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