Tykea Haley
Alexandria
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
3's Lead Teacher
Prince William Academy
03.2021 - 07.2023
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
- Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Implemented assessment tools that monitored student progress throughout the year, allowing for targeted interventions when needed to close achievement gaps.
- Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Designed and executed project-based learning experiences, promoting teamwork, problem-solving skills, and real-world connections for students.
- Incorporated culturally responsive teaching practices into curriculum design and delivery models promoting inclusivity within the educational setting.
- Maintained detailed records of attendance, test scores and assignment grades for each student to identify trends and rectify issues.
- Led a team of educators in developing cohesive curricula aligned with state standards, ensuring consistency across grade levels and subject areas.
Lead PreK Teacher
Seven Oaks Academy II
05.2017 - 03.2021
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Organized extracurricular activities for students, promoting social-emotional growth and fostering a sense of community within the school.
- Implemented creative teaching methods to make lessons more engaging, leading to higher levels of student interest and participation.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating various learning styles and strategies in lesson planning.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development and instructional best practices, contributing to a cohesive learning experience for students across grade levels.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Evaluated student progress through ongoing assessments, providing timely feedback and adjusting instruction as needed to ensure mastery of skills.
- Promoted early literacy skills by introducing age-appropriate reading materials and incorporating phonics instruction into daily lessons.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Mentored new teachers in the Pre-K program, sharing insights and resources to help them succeed in their roles.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
Takeout/Hostess
Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill
11.2019 - 02.2020
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, balancing responsibilities such as answering phone calls, greeting guests, and updating reservation logs simultaneously.
- Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming environment, ensuring the comfort of guests throughout their visit.
- Monitored seating area and checked restrooms regularly to keep spotless.
- Contributed to positive guest experiences by providing personalized service and attention to special requests or preferences.
- Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
- Proactively assisted servers during busy times, helping to expedite food delivery and maintain high levels of guest satisfaction throughout their meal.
- Enhanced customer experiences by efficiently managing reservations and seating arrangements.
- Maximized table turnover rates by monitoring dining room activity closely and anticipating when tables would become available for new parties.
- Reduced wait times for guests by effectively coordinating with other team members during peak hours.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Accommodated special seating requests for guests to enhance satisfaction.
- Increased overall dining satisfaction by promptly addressing and resolving guest concerns or issues.
- Ensured smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining detailed notes on table statuses, incoming reservations, and outstanding tasks for follow-up action.
Teacher Aide
Annie's Early Learning Center
02.2017 - 03.2017
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Supported children's development by encouraging teamwork and understanding of others.
- Established trusting relationships with patients through consistent reliability and genuine empathy towards their unique situations.
- Observed and monitored children's activities.
- Offered caring companionship and emotional support.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
Classroom Monitor
Washington Mills Elementary School
11.2023 - Current
- Proactively addressed potential conflicts within the classroom using conflict resolution skills.
- Provided one-on-one support to struggling students, helping them achieve academic success in challenging subjects.
- Helped classroom teachers and supported overall center team.
- Supported an inclusive classroom environment by respecting diverse perspectives from both students and colleagues.
- Helped maintain fun and interactive classroom with focus on safety, organization and student engagement.
- Developed good relationships with students and staff.
- Enhanced student behavior by implementing effective classroom management strategies.
- Reduced instances of classroom disruptions by addressing behavioral issues promptly and professionally.
- Promoted student accountability by enforcing school policies and upholding high expectations for conduct.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education and classroom management techniques.
- Actively supervised students during transitions between classes, lunch periods, or extracurricular activities to ensure safety at all times.
- Assisted teachers in maintaining a safe and orderly learning environment for optimal student engagement.
- Supported students with special needs by adapting materials and providing individual attention as needed.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
- Stepped into non-classroom environments such as libraries to help staff manage demand.
Teacher Aide
Imagination Early Learning Center
10.2016 - 01.2017
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Observed and monitored children's activities.
- Offered caring companionship and emotional support.
Assistant Teacher
Seven Oaks Academy II
07.2014 - 08.2016
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Monitored and reported student progress and development, offering mentoring as needed.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating genuine care for their well-being and academic success.
Education
High School Diploma -
Freedom High School
Woodbridge, VA06.2014
Skills
- Childcare needs
- Lesson Planning
- Activity Planning
- Classroom Management
- Child Development
- Behavior Modeling
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Safety awareness
- Key decision making
- Lesson development
- Training and mentoring
- Educational leadership
- Critical Thinking
Certification
Virginia Health and Safety Update Training for Child Care Staff- 2021
Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff- 2018
Childhood Obesity Prevention: LMCC- Support Infant Feeding- 2017
Child Abuse and Neglect Training- 2021
Preschool Foundation: Environments and Routines That Work!- 2022
Timeline
Classroom Monitor
Washington Mills Elementary School
11.2023 - Current
3's Lead Teacher
Prince William Academy
03.2021 - 07.2023
Takeout/Hostess
Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill
11.2019 - 02.2020
Lead PreK Teacher
Seven Oaks Academy II
05.2017 - 03.2021
Teacher Aide
Annie's Early Learning Center
02.2017 - 03.2017
Teacher Aide
Imagination Early Learning Center
10.2016 - 01.2017
Assistant Teacher
Seven Oaks Academy II
07.2014 - 08.2016
High School Diploma -
Freedom High School
Virginia Health and Safety Update Training for Child Care Staff- 2021
Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff- 2018
Childhood Obesity Prevention: LMCC- Support Infant Feeding- 2017
Child Abuse and Neglect Training- 2021
Preschool Foundation: Environments and Routines That Work!- 2022
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