Grace Kimbrell
Tupelo,MS
Summary
My name is Grace Kimbrell I am 24-year-old hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organization al skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. I am a results-driven candidate with successful track record of providing administrative support in busy office environments. Adept at handling multiple projects and prioritizing tasks. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. My dad and sister both work at Cardiology Associates and they come home all the time talking about how much they love their job and coworkers. I would love to work with such an amazing company and learn new things while working there. Thank you for taking the time to look at my resume.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
SPED Teacher Assistant
Pontotoc City Junior High School
10.2020 - 07.2024
- Partnered with parents and guardians to develop strategies for supporting their child''s learning at home, enhancing overall student success.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples in lesson plans.
- Conducted regular assessments of student progress, adjusting instructional methods as needed to optimize learning outcomes.
- Improved student reading comprehension and fluency through targeted interventions and small group instruction.
- Designed instructional materials tailored to meet the unique learning styles of each student, resulting in increased understanding of course content.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment, resulting in decreased classroom disruptions.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
- Greeted guests in with friendliness and professionalism.
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Learning Tree Daycare Center
09.2020 - 10.2020
- Maintained tidy and clean classroom consistent with safety and health standards.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Communicate with Parents about the child's behavior
- Meet the parents at the check-in to log in the child and take them to the classroom
- Checked out the children and handed them to the parents at check out at the end of the day.
- Assisted with school field trips and special events by collecting permission slips and payments.
Daycare Worker
Lolly's Daycare
09.2019 - 09.2020
- Improved daycare environment by maintaining cleanliness, organization, and safety standards consistently.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Handle Money when time for the payment to be due.
- Discuss with parents a schedule when the child will be present or absent
- Make a plan for the week for meals, learning time, and naps
Daycare Worker
Kangaroo Pouch
06.2018 - 09.2019
- Improved daycare environment by maintaining cleanliness, organization, and safety standards consistently.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Assisted in creating a nurturing atmosphere by actively engaging with children through play, conversation, and care routines.
- Distributed food, napkins, and beverages in preparation for snack time.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Implemented creative arts and crafts projects to foster imagination and enhance fine motor skills development among children.
- Encouraged good behaviors using positive reinforcement methods.
- Managed daily routines efficiently while ensuring smooth transitions between activities for minimal disruption in the daycare setting.
- Maintained child-friendly environment with access to outdoor activities.
- Increased parent satisfaction with regular communication about their child''s progress and daily experiences.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through open communication channels and ongoing collaboration on their child''s care plan requirements.
- Enhanced children''s social skills by organizing group activities and promoting positive interactions.
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively by employing positive reinforcement techniques and redirecting negative actions towards more constructive outlets.
- Provided compassionate emotional support for children experiencing stress or anxiety throughout the day, fostering a secure attachment bond between caregiver and child.
- Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
- Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
- Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
- Liaised with parents and guardians to discuss child progress.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
- Worked closely with fellow staff members in developing and implementing educational and recreational activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pontotoc City High School
Pontotoc, MS05.2018
Skills
- Functional Behavior Assessment
- Inclusion Strategies
- Positive Reinforcement
- Life Skills Instruction
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Visual supports
- Data Collection
- Parent Communication
- Positive Role Model
- Team Collaboration
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Relationship Building
- Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Excellent Communication
- Self Motivation
- Professionalism
Timeline
SPED Teacher Assistant
Pontotoc City Junior High School
10.2020 - 07.2024
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Learning Tree Daycare Center
09.2020 - 10.2020
Daycare Worker
Lolly's Daycare
09.2019 - 09.2020
Daycare Worker
Kangaroo Pouch
06.2018 - 09.2019
High School Diploma -
Pontotoc City High School
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