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TENESHA SMITH

Latta,SC

Summary

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help the team achieve company goals.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead 4K Teacher

Sunshine House
09.2023 - 10.2024
  • Designed age-appropriate curriculum that incorporated social-emotional learning principles.
  • Created a safe, nurturing environment conducive to student learning and personal growth.
  • Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies to effectively engage students in the learning process.
  • Fostered an inclusive classroom culture that celebrated diversity of opinions and perspectives.
  • Encouraged creative problem solving through inquiry-based learning activities.
  • Engaged parents in their children's educational journey through parent and teacher conferences and open houses.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan and deliver effective lessons that aligned with state standards.
  • Implemented lesson plans and daily classroom schedules in accordance with curriculum and programming.
  • Set up and organized classrooms that encouraged children to create, explore, and make decisions with confidence.
  • Demonstrated ability to create a safe and nurturing learning environment for young students.
  • Worked collaboratively with colleagues and support staff to ensure student success.
  • Attended and participated in staff meetings and required training.
  • Communicated and developed effective partnerships with parents and families, encouraging parent involvement.
  • Documented observations and maintained child portfolios to aid in assessments.
  • Met with families before enrollment to develop positive relationships and learn about the child's background.
  • Instructed students individually and in groups, and adapted teaching methods to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Assisted and supervised 360 children through the entire school day.

Instructional Assistant

East Elementary
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Consulted frequently with teacher regarding needs, problems, and progress of students.
  • Discussed assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts.
  • Assisted teacher in working with students to complete assignments.
  • Monitored classroom behavior and provided positive guidance techniques when needed.
  • Provided individualized instruction in small groups or one-on-one settings to improve academic performance.
  • Established positive individual relationships with students, helping build confidence and self-esteem.
  • Supported teachers in providing instruction that is consistent with district goals and objectives.
  • Helped with storing and inventorying classroom equipment, materials and supplies.
  • Assisted with classroom setup, organization, and preparation for learning activities.
  • Kept teachers informed of student needs and potential challenges impacting learning.
  • Worked with students individually and in small groups, reinforcing skills.
  • Participated in training and learning activities to improve skills development.
  • Assisted teacher with lesson planning and student evaluations.
  • Supported teacher by locating materials and handling clerical tasks.

Instructional Teaching Assistant

Kids LTD
08.2017 - 03.2021
  • Created a positive learning environment that fostered growth and development.
  • Applied patience and understanding when dealing with challenging student behavior.
  • Implemented lesson plans and daily classroom schedules in accordance with curriculum and programming.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of early childhood education standards and best practices.
  • Set up and organized classrooms that encouraged children to create, explore, and make decisions with confidence.
  • Monitored children at all times to ensure their safety in the classroom setting.
  • Worked collaboratively with colleagues and support staff to ensure student success.
  • Developed lesson plans with goals, activities, and outcomes that represented state early learning standards.
  • Demonstrated ability to create a safe and nurturing learning environment for young students.
  • Attended and participated in staff meetings and required training.
  • Helped children develop cognitive skills through reading books and fingerplay.
  • Collaborated with parents and guardians regarding their child's progress, behavior issues or other concerns.
  • Organized activities such as games, art projects, dramatic play, music and stories.
  • Established strong relationships with students, families and staff members within the school community.
  • Communicated and developed effective partnerships with parents and families, encouraging parent involvement.
  • Provided individual attention to meet the needs of each child's particular level of development.
  • Encouraged social interaction between peers through cooperative play activities.
  • Observed children to assess social, emotional, physical and intellectual development.

Logistics Specialist

US Army
02.2010 - 09.2014
  • Tracked supply, equipment and product inventory quantities to maintain necessary levels.
  • Coordinated incoming and outgoing shipments to maintain schedules.
  • Managed inventory levels for optimal cost savings and minimal stockouts.
  • Oversaw every phase of supply chain, from purchase order to delivery to invoicing, targeting 100% end-user satisfaction.
  • Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
  • Oversaw complex projects for senior leaders by ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery.
  • Tracked and managed transfer paperwork such as packing lists.
  • Worked with customers to integrate processes and correct issues.
  • Managed inventory levels to verify availability of stock for customer orders.
  • Handled escalated calls efficiently, finding satisfactory resolutions for both customers and the company alike.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.

Education

High School Diploma -

Dillon High School
Dillon, SC
05.2007

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Early Childhood Education (AECE)

University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ
03.2026

Skills

  • Project-based learning
  • Language development
  • Social-emotional learning
  • Literacy instruction
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • Social skill building
  • Observational skills
  • Time management abilities
  • Professionalism

Certification

ProSolutions certifications

Timeline

Lead 4K Teacher

Sunshine House
09.2023 - 10.2024

Instructional Assistant

East Elementary
08.2022 - 05.2023

Instructional Teaching Assistant

Kids LTD
08.2017 - 03.2021

Logistics Specialist

US Army
02.2010 - 09.2014

High School Diploma -

Dillon High School

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Early Childhood Education (AECE)

University of Phoenix

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