Stella Croskey
Winston-Salem,NC
Summary
Resilient EC Teacher Assistant familiar with challenges associated with teaching EC children. Remains positive under times of stress or conflict. Works well with classroom teachers to develop accommodations and special techniques for EC students.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
EC Teacher Assistant
Speas Global Elementary
08.2021 - Current
- Increased 65 students engagement through use of interactive whiteboards, videoconferencing, and other modern technology tools.
- Incorporated project-based learning experiences to encourage critical thinking and problem-solving skills among students.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, inspiring continuous improvement in their performance and understanding.
- Enhanced classroom management skills by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and establishing clear expectations.
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities into lessons.
- Promoted social-emotional well-being within classroom, integrating character education and mindfulness techniques into daily routines.
- Actively participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in education, applying new knowledge to enhance teaching effectiveness.
- Mentored struggling 15 students with targeted interventions, resulting in increased academic success.
Family Investment Specialist
Charles County Department Of Human Resources
06.2019 - 08.2021
- Interview 18 customers and analyze documentation daily.
- Educated clients on program policies and resources available to assist them.
- Performed case management through caseload maintenance operating systems.
- Interacting and providing quality customer support through in-person and telephone communications.
EC Teacher's Assistant
Calvert County Public Schools
08.2011 - 06.2019
- Managed student behavior as directed by and modeled by teacher.
- Helped implement fun and interactive learning experiences to enhance early childhood education.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
- Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
- Collaborated with teachers and specialists to assess student progress.
Education
Master of Science - School Counseling
Salem College
Winston-salem, NC05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Frostburg State University
Frostburg, MD12.1996
Skills
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Positive Reinforcement
- Sensory Integration
- Special Education
- Creative Learning
- Student Engagement
- Progress Monitoring
- Instructional technology
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
- Active Listening
- Motivating students
- Relationship Building
- Social Skills Development
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Time management abilities
- Adaptability
Timeline
EC Teacher Assistant
Speas Global Elementary
08.2021 - Current
Family Investment Specialist
Charles County Department Of Human Resources
06.2019 - 08.2021
EC Teacher's Assistant
Calvert County Public Schools
08.2011 - 06.2019
Master of Science - School Counseling
Salem College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Frostburg State University
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