Darlene Grant
Education Assistant
Cranbrook,BC
Summary
Passionate Teaching Assistant offering 3 1/2-year background working with students at elementary and middle school levels. Skilled in assisting teachers with classroom functions, lesson planning and individual and group instruction. Talented in using various strategies to model positive behavior and maintain classroom discipline.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Education Assistant
School District #5 Multiple locations
Cranbrook, BC
09.2022 - Current
- Supervised students in common areas such as library and playground.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to teachers, and parents.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Participated in professional development opportunities and attended in-services and seminars.
- Distributed learning materials such as worksheets, textbooks and group assignments.
- Supervised students on field trips for safety and proper behavior in public settings.
- Administered tests and assessments to evaluate student progress and performance.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
Education Assistant
School District #5 Laurie Middle School
Cranbrook, BC
09.2019 - 06.2022
- Supervised student at dances on school grounds and in library
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining safety, and security.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable the teacher to address relevant issues.
- Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
- Supported struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Participated in professional development opportunities and attended in-services and seminars.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to increase support and provide best learning environment.
- Administered tests and assessments to evaluate student progress and performance.
- Assisted in maintaining safe and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
School Secretary
School District #5 - Laurie Middle School
Cranbrook, BC
09.2018 - 06.2019
- Answered multi-line telephones and greeted visitors and parents.
- Documented attendance, grades and test scores to update permanent records.
- Processed student registrations and withdrawals.
- Participated in meetings, workshops and seminars.
- Participation in special events by creating calendars and other office updates.
- Opened and properly distributed incoming mail.
- Volunteered to help with special projects.
- Provided clerical support by copying, faxing, and filing documents for administration and teaching staff.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence.
- Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls.
- Created and updated student records and files to keep documents current.
- Screened visitors to maintain safety and security of the school.
- Built and maintained excellent relationships with students, staff, and parents.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Completed forms, reports, and records for Principal and Vice Principal.
Optical Assistant
Nelson Family Eyecare
Nelson, BC
04.2013 - 07.2017
- Conducted pretest procedures to gather data before exam and make eye appointments more efficient and productive.
- Helped patients with selecting and ordering glasses or contact lenses.
- Collaborated with optometry staff to reach individual and team goals.
- Assisted with dilating patients or using eye medications when directed by optometrist.
- Instructed patients on contact lens insertion and removal and lens care guidelines.
- Assisted with insurance questions, eligibility, and prior authorizations of medications and glasses.
- Coordinated patient scheduling, monitored patient flow throughout office and properly communicated delays.
- Input patient information and exam findings into electronic medical records system to facilitate accurate record-keeping..
- Performed additional testing when ordered by optometrist and thoroughly explained procedures to patients.
- Managed administrative duties with phone reception, appointment scheduling and payment processing.
Education
Education Assistant
09.2019 - Current
- Professional development completed in Education Assistant
- Bullying and Harassment – certificate
- The Mandt System Certificate
- Universal Design for Learning – class
- Autism Spectrum Disorder: What you Need to Know about Neurodiversity Learners – class
- Quik books – certificate
- Microsoft Word 2010 level 1
- Microsoft Excel 2010 Core certification
- WHIMIS – certificate
- Optometric Assistant Course
- Office Assistant course
- Road Safety – flagging
- Hairdressing
- Graduated grade 12
WEBINARS AND PRO D DAYS:
- Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
- Mathletics
- Kurzweil
- Continuing education in [Subject]
- POPARD classes
- Immersive Reader
- Online Seminar Pastel
- Education Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Simple Digital Tools for your Toolkit
- Universal Design for Learning.
Skills
Problem-solving, and using real-life scenarios to explain how the lesson may fit into their life
Classroom preparation and maintenance
Following specific policys and standard set with the IEP
Individual and group instruction
Helping and advising Students with class lessons
Student safety
Dependable, I try not to miss many days, this cause stress to the students and staff
Trustworth, I understand that confidentiality is most important in this job
I am flexible and adaptable, I know things can change very quickly in a school so we need to be prepared for anything
References
References:
- Aaron Thorn – Principal LMS – 250 421 3038 – aaron.tnorn@sd5.bc.ca
- Mary Elliott – Aboriginal Education Support LMS – 250 421 2721 mary.elliott@sd5.bc.ca
- Ryan Fleming – Teacher LMS – 778 517 1524 – ryan.fleming@sd5.bc.ca
Timeline
Education Assistant - School District #5 Multiple locations
09.2022 - Current
Education Assistant - School District #5 Laurie Middle School
09.2019 - 06.2022
Educational Seminars - , Education Assistant
09.2019 - Current
School Secretary - School District #5 - Laurie Middle School
09.2018 - 06.2019
Optical Assistant - Nelson Family Eyecare
04.2013 - 07.2017