Candace Giles
Chambersburg
Summary
Dedicated Assistant Teacher at First Start Partnerships for Children and Families, excelling in behavior management and lesson planning. Enhanced student engagement through innovative teaching strategies and strong parent-teacher communication, contributing to noticeable improvements in academic performance and social skills. Expert in creating supportive and dynamic learning environments, fostering both educational and emotional growth.
Assistant Teacher passionate about helping children complete tasks and learn new concepts. Skilled at evaluating student progression and adapting lesson plans to facilitate learning and growth. Caring and compassionate with students from diverse backgrounds and with different learning styles.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Teacher
First Start Partnerships for Children and Families
04.2022 - Current
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating genuine care for their well-being and academic success.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Supported children''s social and emotional growth by implementing creative play opportunities and group activities.
- Assisted lead teacher in developing age-appropriate curriculum to support child development milestones.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of Arizona Global Campus
Chandler, AZ01-2021
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Behavior management
- Oral communication
- Lesson planning
- Small group instruction
- Behavior modification
- Learning support
- Teaching strategies
- Skills development
Certification
- Early Childhood Educator Certificate – National Association for the Education of Young Children.
- PA Driver's License
- Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED - American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
First Start Partnerships for Children and Families
04.2022 - Current
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of Arizona Global Campus
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