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Melissa Taylor

Bridgetown ,Christ Church

Summary

Dedicated School Assistant with the Ministry of Education, skilled in classroom management and effective communication. Enhanced student engagement through tailored support and innovative lesson planning. Proven ability to maintain a safe learning environment while assisting students with special needs. Committed to fostering academic success and personal growth in diverse educational settings.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

School Assistant

Ministry Of Education
  • Assisted in maintaining and organizing classroom environment.
  • Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
  • Provided constructive feedback to students based on results.
  • Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
  • Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
  • Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
  • Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
  • Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
  • Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
  • Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
  • Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
  • Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
  • Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
  • Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
  • Collaborated with instructors to develop engaging lesson plans.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement.
  • Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
  • Maintained and operated classroom equipment to maximize use and lifespan.
  • Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
  • Graded and provided feedback on assignments.
  • Stepped into non-classroom environments such as libraries to help staff manage demand.
  • Assisted with school field trips and special events by collecting permission slips and payments.
  • Monitored students in computer lab to enforce proper use of resources.
  • Developed and delivered presentations on course topics.
  • Utilized answer sheets and electronic marking devices to grade homework and tests, accurately computing and recording results.
  • Conducted weekly review sessions to help students prepare for exams.
  • Planned and prepared bibliographies, charts and graphs.

Teacher's Aide Volunteer

Ministry of Education
09.2023 - Current
  • Assisted in maintaining and organizing classroom environment.
  • Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
  • Provided constructive feedback to students based on results.
  • Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
  • Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
  • Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
  • Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
  • Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
  • Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
  • Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
  • Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
  • Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
  • Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
  • Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
  • Collaborated with instructors to develop engaging lesson plans.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement.
  • Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
  • Maintained and operated classroom equipment to maximize use and lifespan.
  • Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
  • Graded and provided feedback on assignments.
  • Stepped into non-classroom environments such as libraries to help staff manage demand.
  • Assisted with school field trips and special events by collecting permission slips and payments.
  • Monitored students in computer lab to enforce proper use of resources.
  • Developed and delivered presentations on course topics.
  • Utilized answer sheets and electronic marking devices to grade homework and tests, accurately computing and recording results.
  • Conducted weekly review sessions to help students prepare for exams.
  • Planned and prepared bibliographies, charts and graphs.

Education

Graduate Certificate - School Assistant

Erdiston Teacher's College
Erdiston Road Bridgetown Saint Michael
12.2024

Certificate - Early Childhood Care And Education

Erdiston Teacher's College
Erdiston Road, Bridgetown, Saint Michael Barbados
07.2021

Skills

  • Strong organization
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • Classroom support
  • Student supervision
  • Scheduling appointments
  • Special needs assistance
  • Friendly and outgoing
  • Computer skills
  • Classroom management
  • Patient
  • Effective communication
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Calm and patient demeanor
  • Organization and prioritization
  • Classroom organization
  • CPR and first aid
  • Teacher assistance
  • Teacher support
  • Small group and individual assistance
  • Safety
  • Helping students with special needs
  • Social support
  • Supervising student activities
  • Data collection
  • Crisis intervention
  • Life skills training
  • Educational assistance
  • Reading and writing support
  • Teacher support and collaboration

Timeline

Teacher's Aide Volunteer

Ministry of Education
09.2023 - Current

School Assistant

Ministry Of Education

Graduate Certificate - School Assistant

Erdiston Teacher's College

Certificate - Early Childhood Care And Education

Erdiston Teacher's College

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