Mackenzie Matthews
Three Hills,AB
Summary
Skilled Educational Assistant with background in diverse educational settings. Successfully facilitated learning environments and implemented individualized education plans. Strengths include communication, patience, and understanding of various teaching methodologies. Made significant impact by fostering inclusive classrooms and aiding student growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educational Assistant
Prairie Christian Academy
Three Hills, AB
10.2021 - 06.2024
- Delivered personalized academic support to a student from 6th to 8th grade
- Provided individualized instruction for special needs students according to their IPPs.
- Helped students with reading and comprehension concepts through one-on-one and small group with the leveled literacy intervention program.
- Created a positive learning environment by encouraging cooperation among students.
- Incorporated technology into daily lessons when appropriate.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop lesson plans that are tailored to each student's learning style and academic level.
- Supervised recess periods to ensure safety of all students on the playground.
- Prepared lesson materials and visual aids to reinforce lesson concepts.
- Prepared mid-terms and final exams for individual students.
Mechanical Technician
AVR Heating and Air Conditioning Designs
Georgetown, ON
09.2018 - 08.2021
- Diagnosed mechanical problems and determined solutions to correct concerns.
- Communicated with customers to meet design requirements for projects.
- Used CAD software to create models and simulations for use by manufacturing team.
- Commended for strengths in interpreting, assessing and fulfilling complex product functional specifications and manufacturability concerns.
Special Needs Camp Counselor
Fair Havens Ministries
Beaverton, ON
06.2014 - 08.2018
- Worked 1-on-1 with children creating a safe environment that met their needs while including them in the group activities.
- Developed strong connections with children, parents, and fellow camp counselors through the use of active listening and dynamic interpersonal skills.
- Checked on children struggling with various social and recreational skills to maintain child and parent satisfaction.
- Provided child/children with specialized educational, behavioral, and emotional assistance.
- Created lesson plans tailored to the individual needs of each camper which fostered growth in areas such as self-esteem, problem solving, and decision making.
Education
Diploma - Architectural And Building Technology
Sheridan College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Oakville, ON04.2019
High School Diploma -
Christ The King Catholic Secondary School
Georgetown, ON06.2017
Skills
- Positive relationships
- Teaching strategies
- Test Preparation
- Family Communication
- Safety guidelines
- Check in and checkout procedures
- Communication
- Team management
- Organizational skills
- Supervision
- Flexible
- Kind hearted
- Patient
Certification
- Virtual Educational Assistant Series
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Educational Assistant
Prairie Christian Academy
10.2021 - 06.2024
Mechanical Technician
AVR Heating and Air Conditioning Designs
09.2018 - 08.2021
Special Needs Camp Counselor
Fair Havens Ministries
06.2014 - 08.2018
Diploma - Architectural And Building Technology
Sheridan College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
High School Diploma -
Christ The King Catholic Secondary School
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