Crystal Bryant
Hampton,VA
Summary
Instructional Assistant experienced in special education and student assessment. Fostered strong relationships and enhanced classroom management through effective lesson planning and public speaking. Engaged diverse communities to drive impactful initiatives and achieve outreach goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Outreach Volunteer
BIS
Hampton, VA
04.2022 - Current
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators to foster a supportive community.
- Established strong connections with clients through personalized attention and support in achieving their individual goals.
- Guided participants in setting realistic objectives, empowering them to achieve success through hard work and dedication.
- Developed and delivered inspirational speeches to large audiences.
Instructional Assistant
HCS
Hampton, VA
01.2021 - Current
- Assisted the classroom teacher in planning, implementing, and assessing instructional programs for students requiring special education services.
- Under direction of classroom teacher, assists in planning and implementing instructional activities; utilizes a variety of instructional materials, media, and technology to enhance student learning.
- Evaluated student achievement and tailored instructional activities to meet individual and group goals; administered assessments to identify student abilities in relation to educational objectives.
- Monitored students to ensure timely completion of assignments and compliance with classroom instructions.
- Supervised student activities in classrooms, on school grounds, and during off-site events; ensured safety during loading and unloading of buses, lunch periods, recess, and escorting students to assemblies and resource services.
- Assists with set up of audio-visual and computer equipment; prepares and laminates teaching aids; checks out, collects, and returns teaching aids, films, records, tapes, and kits; organizes and replenishes supplies in classroom; prepares and puts away equipment and supplies such as recreational and vocational materials.
- Monitors classroom to ensure comfortable learning environment is provided for students with regard to cleanliness, good ventilation and lighting, and proper seating; may assist in light maintenance and cleaning of toileting and eating areas as needed.
- Assists students with basic functions to include, but not limited to, toileting, bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting, and positioning. Participates in staff development activities and attends staff meetings as required by school administrator.
- Served as a substitute teacher at the assigned school to ensure continuity of instruction when the teacher was unavailable.
INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT SPED
HCS
Hampton Va
01.2020 - Current
- Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, enabling them to achieve academic success.
- Facilitated student engagement through individualized support and tailored learning activities.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Facilitated small group instruction sessions based on specific skill sets or subject matter, boosting overall student achievement levels.
- Developed and implemented behavior management strategies to enhance student focus and cooperation.
- Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
- Collaborated with educators to assess student progress and adjust instructional methods accordingly.
- Supported classroom instruction by assisting teachers with lesson preparation and materials organization.
- Trained new instructional staff on classroom procedures and effective teaching techniques.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZSkills
- Community outreach
- Event coordination
- Program development
- Impact evaluation
- Community engagement
- Relationship building
- Volunteer training
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Communication skills
- Active listening
- Written communication
Affiliations
Community out reach for youth and elderly events. Feeding homeless and many activities to aid families in need. Being able to open new ideas to help families and individual's thrive.
References
References available upon request.
Education and Training
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Timeline
Community Outreach Volunteer
BIS
04.2022 - Current
Instructional Assistant
HCS
01.2021 - Current
INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT SPED
HCS
01.2020 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Special Education
Grand Canyon University