Reading Tutor

Tajuana Riley-Dones

Riverdale, GA ***** 770-***-**** **********@*****.***

Professional Summary

Dedicated and passionate educator with over 15 years of experience developing engaging, inclusive lesson plans and fostering academic and personal growth in students from diverse backgrounds. Proven ability to motivate learners, build strong parent-teacher partnerships, and lead educational programs with skill and compassion. CPR and First Aid certified.

Key Skills

- Curriculum & Lesson Planning

- Student Progress Monitoring

- Classroom Management

- Team Leadership & Staff Training

- One-on-One Tutoring (K-12)

- Parent-Teacher Collaboration

- Scheduling & Program Coordination

- Safety & Compliance Awareness

- Early Childhood Development

- Remote Learning Tools (Google Classroom, Zoom, Microsoft Teams)

- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Professional Experience

Reading Corps Tutor

AmeriCorps — Riverdale, GA Aug 2024 – Present

- Provide targeted, one-on-one literacy support to K–1 students using research-based interventions.

- Track student performance and progress, offering daily encouragement and visual reinforcement tools (e.g., sticker charts).

- Collaborate with school staff to support reading goals and foster early literacy.

Education Consultant (Remote)

Varsity Tutors Aug 2023 – Sept 2024

- Conducted consultations with prospective clients to assess educational needs and recommend tailored tutoring solutions.

- Met or exceeded monthly performance and sales targets.

- Delivered high-quality customer support and participated in ongoing training.

Program Coordinator

Youth Life Center of The Arts – Riverdale, GA May 2022 – May 2023

- Provided administrative support, tracked documentation for county programs, and onboarded new staff.

- Delivered tutoring to students, helped with academic planning, and maintained regular communication with parents and teachers.

- Managed logistics for community and student-focused programs.

Freelance Tutor (Self-Employed)

Atlanta, GA Mar 2020 – Present

- Offer academic support in multiple subjects and test preparation through in-person and virtual sessions.

- Create personalized lesson plans, provide feedback, and adapt teaching methods to suit student needs.

- Successfully build rapport with learners and families across diverse backgrounds.

Lead Teacher

Imhotep Academy – Atlanta, GA Aug 2007 – July 2021

- Designed and delivered engaging lesson plans for Pre-K students aged 3–5, focusing on literacy, numeracy, and social development.

- Supervised teaching assistants, mentored staff, and led classroom instruction for up to 20 students.

- Coordinated field trips, communicated frequently with parents, and maintained compliance with state curriculum standards.

- Used positive reinforcement strategies to manage classroom behavior and improve student engagement.

- Conducted regular assessments and maintained detailed records of academic progress and developmental milestones.

Education

Atlanta Technical College — Atlanta, GA Aug 2016 – May 2018

High School Diploma

Ritenour Sr. High School — Overland, MO May 1988

Certifications

- First Aid Certified (Valid through April 2027)

Accomplishments

- Promoted to Lead Teacher within 6 months

- Trained 5 Head Start staff members

- Facilitated parent support groups to improve family engagement

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