Marlena Walton
Chicago
Summary
Forward-thinking professional experienced working in educational settings. Focused on building connections with students to strengthen engagement and help students reach full potential. Knowledgeable about planning projects to diversify instruction, immerse students in subject material, and promote continuous skill-building.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade
Rose Educators
Chicago
08.2022 - Current
- Operated computers or audio-visual aids to supplement class presentations.
- Supervised students during recess, break times and dismissal periods to prevent injuries and fights.
- Answered student questions about course concepts.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Southpoint Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Chicago
02.2020 - 10.2021
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
Porter
Chicago Public Schools, Garfield Park Office
Chicago
06.2018 - 04.2019
- Assisted Lunchroom managers in the kitchens, prepped lunch, served food, and cleaned kitchen surfaces.
- I also prepared food to serve
Home Health Aide
Help at Home
Chicago
04.2017 - 02.2019
- Encouraged independence by teaching self-care skills such as grooming and hygiene habits.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Assisted in ambulation and exercise routines for clients.
Loader
Fed Ex Ground
Bedford
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Loaded truck shipments to be distributed in the community.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Humanities
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN05-2010
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Student assessment
- Educational technology
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade
Rose Educators
08.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Southpoint Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
02.2020 - 10.2021
Porter
Chicago Public Schools, Garfield Park Office
06.2018 - 04.2019
Loader
Fed Ex Ground
06.2017 - 08.2017
Home Health Aide
Help at Home
04.2017 - 02.2019
Bachelor of Science - Humanities
Tennessee State University