Felicia Smith
Merced
Summary
Motivated Instructional Assistant with relevant experience in providing instructional support and creating engaging learning environments. Strengths include effective communication, adaptability, and ability to foster positive relationships with students and staff. Recognized for ability to contribute positively to school culture and climate.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2011
2011
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Instructional Assistant
Merced City School District
Merced
09.2024 - Current
- Assisted teachers in preparing instructional materials for classroom activities.
- Supported students with special needs during lessons and daily routines.
- Organized classroom supplies and maintained a clean learning environment.
- Collaborated with teachers to adapt instructional strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Monitored student behavior and provided guidance during group activities.
- Collaborated with educators to implement individualized education plans effectively.
- Provided classroom support throughout planned instruction and individual lessons.
- Monitored students in class, hallways, and cafeteria to enforce school rules.
- Assisted teachers in providing accommodations for students who need additional support.
- Implemented behavior management strategies designed by the teacher or behavioral specialist.
- Developed positive relationships with students, colleagues, and administrators.
- Supported classroom teachers by supervising students during recess periods or field trips.
Instructional Assistant
Merced City School District
Merced
10.2022 - 09.2023
- Assisted teachers in preparing instructional materials for classroom activities.
- Supported students with special needs during lessons and daily routines.
- Organized classroom supplies and maintained a clean learning environment.
- Monitored student behavior and provided guidance during group activities.
- Collaborated with educators to implement individualized education plans effectively.
- Provided classroom support throughout planned instruction and individual lessons.
- Monitored students in class, hallways, and playground to enforce school rules.
- Assisted teachers in providing accommodations for students who need additional support.
- Implemented behavior management strategies designed by the teacher or behavioral specialist.
- Developed positive relationships with students, colleagues, and administrators.
- Supported classroom teachers by supervising students during recess periods or field trips.
- Cleaned and organized classrooms, materials, and supplies.
- Delivered instruction individually or in small groups with support from instructor.
- Tutored and assisted children individually and in small groups to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers regarding student achievement.
Kitchen Staff Member
Pilot Travel Centers
Ripon
05.2015 - 02.2016
- Prepared food items following safety and health guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen equipment and workspaces.
- Assisted in inventory management and stock replenishment.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient service.
- Operated cooking appliances and tools safely and effectively.
- Followed recipes to produce consistent food quality and presentation.
- Supported training of new staff on kitchen procedures.
- Monitored food storage conditions to prevent spoilage and waste.
- Cleaned and sanitized work surfaces, equipment, utensils, dishes, or silverware.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas throughout shift.
- Cleaned and sanitized frequently to maintain health code standards.
- Carried out basic cleaning duties such as sweeping floors, washing dishes .
- Prepared a variety of foods according to customers' orders or supervisors' instructions, following approved procedures.
- Performed other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
Cashier
Walmart
Ceres
09.2012 - 09.2013
- Processed customer transactions efficiently at checkout stations.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and store navigation.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of checkout area.
- Handled cash, credit, and gift card payments accurately.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth operations.
- Managed inventory levels of register supplies and bags.
- Provided exceptional customer service during peak shopping hours.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Performed other duties as assigned by management.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
Education
GED
Modesto, CASkills
- Classroom management
- Instructional support
- Behavior management
- Individualized education plans
- Learning material preparation
- Student monitoring
- Communication skills
- Relationship building
- Adaptability to change
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Differentiated instruction
- Friendly and outgoing
- Student safety
- Emotional intelligence
- Individual student assistance
- Pupil supervision
- Empathy and patience
- Calm and patient demeanor
Timeline
Instructional Assistant
Merced City School District
09.2024 - Current
Instructional Assistant
Merced City School District
10.2022 - 09.2023
Kitchen Staff Member
Pilot Travel Centers
05.2015 - 02.2016
Cashier
Walmart
09.2012 - 09.2013
GED