Isabella Kennedy
Salem
Summary
Resourceful and adaptable professional with experience in educational support. Skilled in prioritizing tasks and solving complex problems, focused on maintaining a safe and productive learning environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
Westville High School
Westville, IL
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Organized educational materials and resources to streamline lesson preparation.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to promote improvement.
- Contributed to a more organized classroom setting by maintaining accurate records on student attendance, assignments, and progress reports.
- Ensured the safety of all students by adhering strictly to school policies regarding proper supervision during class times as well as extracurricular activities.
- Served as a positive role model for students by demonstrating professionalism, respectfulness, and an unwavering commitment to educational excellence.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
Babysitter
Jamie King
Oakwood, IL
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Supervised children's activities, ensuring safety and engagement in playtime.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks, accommodating dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding child behavior and daily activities.
- Implemented routines that encouraged responsibility and independence among children.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations, maintaining calm during emergencies or conflicts.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up playroom.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Built lasting bonds with the families I worked with through excellent communication skills creating strong rapport which led me to being recommended amongst friends.
- Offered emotional support by actively listening to children's concerns and responding empathetically while fostering their problem-solving abilities.
- Implemented consistent routines for naptime, bedtime, meal preparation, and other daily tasks to create stability within the home environment for the children in my care.
- Ensured proper hygiene among kids under my care by teaching them about personal cleanliness thus promoting good health habits.
Pet Sitter
Edward VanDyne
Riverview, FL
06.2018 - 07.2018
- Provided daily care for pets, ensuring their safety and well-being.
- Maintained clean and safe environments in homes, ensuring hygiene standards were met.
- Observed pet behavior to identify any health issues or signs of distress promptly.
- Prepared food and water following instructions from pet owners.
- Gave animals proper attention to promote a a secure environment in owner's absence.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for pets, ensuring their comfort and well-being at all times.
- Cleaned out and scooped litter trays and food and water bowls to provide a clean environment for pets.
- Ensured timely feedings, grooming sessions, and exercise routines for pets in accordance with owner instructions.
- Conducted regular home visits to check on pets while owners were away, providing peace of mind through routine updates.
- Managed pet safety and wellness in owners' absence by securing yard gates and removing items that could make pets sick.
- Reduced client anxiety regarding pet separation during vacations or work-related travel by providing regular photo updates showcasing animals'' well-being and happiness.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized pet care services tailored to individual needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Westville High School
Westville, IL12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Purdue Global
06-2030
Skills
- Classroom management
- Organization and prioritization
- Attention to detail
- Computer skills
- Excel
- Effective communication
- Written communication
- Interpersonal communication
- Complex Problem-solving
- Stress reduction
- Behavior modeling
- Strong work ethic
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
Westville High School
08.2024 - 12.2024
Babysitter
Jamie King
01.2019 - 12.2019
Pet Sitter
Edward VanDyne
06.2018 - 07.2018
High School Diploma -
Westville High School
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Purdue Global