SaDarria Player
Atlanta
Summary
Dedicated assistant teacher skilled in fostering positive learning environments, enhancing student engagement, and implementing individualized instruction to meet diverse needs. I enjoy assisting with the development and progression of all students in all levels of education. Education and student are my passion, as it is them that will shape our future.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Teacher
KidsRKids Mableton
Mableton
05.2025 - Current
- Supported lead teacher in daily classroom activities and lesson planning.
- Assisted in developing engaging educational materials for diverse learning styles.
- Supervised children during playtime, ensuring safety and positive interactions.
- Maintained a clean and organized classroom environment for optimal learning.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student progress and behavior.
- Facilitated small group activities to enhance social and academic skills.
- Collaborated with staff to implement individualized education plans for students.
- Monitored student behavior, reinforcing classroom rules and expectations consistently.
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure student success.
- Communicated regularly with parents, teachers, and administrators regarding student progress and needs.
- Created calm and disciplined classroom environment to improve student focus.
- Provided individualized instruction to students who needed additional assistance.
- Organized instructional materials, bulletin boards, displays, and demonstrations.
- Supported and documented student growth and progress to achieve academic, social and emotional goals.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and grades.
- Provided one-on-one help to struggling students during study hall sessions.
- Attended faculty meetings as requested by the lead teacher.
- Evaluated student work using established criteria.
- Utilized technology such as computers, projectors, iPads. to enhance lessons.
- Protected confidential information related to staff and families.
- Assisted in planning field trips and special events such as assemblies or performances.
- Supported student-led discussions and presentations.
- Assisted in developing IEPs for special education students as needed.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
- Evaluated students on monthly basis and adjusted lessons accordingly to incorporate improvements.
- Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
- Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
Household manager/Opare
The Little Family
Atlanta
06.2023 - 03.2025
- Managed daily household operations for a busy family environment.
- Coordinated schedules and activities for family members effectively.
- Planned and prepared nutritious meals tailored to family preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of all living spaces regularly.
- Coordinated family activities such as vacations, visits to relatives, and special events.
- Created a system of organization for filing important documents related to household matters.
- Assisted with grocery shopping and meal preparation for the family.
- Provided assistance communicating, typing correspondence or obtaining information.
- Delivered warm companionship with conversation, emotional reassurance and coordination of mentally stimulating activities.
Behavioral Therapist Assistant
SYKES Early Learning Intervention Center
McDonough
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Developed individualized treatment plans for children with behavioral challenges.
- Implemented therapeutic interventions to support emotional and social development.
- Conducted assessments to identify specific needs and progress of clients.
- Monitored client behavior and documented progress in therapy sessions.
- Provided crisis intervention support during challenging behavioral episodes.
- Taught and helped children develop new verbal, communication and social skills necessary for living healthy lifestyles.
- Maintained accurate records of clinical progress notes detailing all relevant information from each session.
- Developed individualized plans for clients to help them meet their personal goals.
- Participated in regular team meetings with supervisors and other clinicians to discuss case progress.
- Identified potential triggers that may lead to negative behaviors and provided strategies for avoiding them.
- Encouraged clients to express feelings and discuss life events in order to help each person develop personal and relational insights.
- Assisted in developing new programs or activities to promote positive behavior change among clients.
- Conducted assessments of clients' social, emotional, educational and behavioral functioning in order to develop treatment plans.
- Established strong relationships with local organizations that could provide additional resources for clients.
- Designed and implemented scientifically researched and evidence-based interventions.
- Interviewed clients to obtain information concerning social history, treatment and other pertinent information.
- Promoted community awareness by attending conferences or speaking engagements related to behavioral health issues.
- Assisted individuals with stress management, self-esteem and issues associated with emotional and mental health.
- Organized classroom materials and resources for effective student engagement.
- Facilitated communication between educators and support staff for smooth operations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance early intervention strategies.
- Greeted visitors, clients and guests in a professional manner.
- Assisted in the preparation of reports, presentations and correspondence.
- Developed positive relationships with internal customers through effective communication techniques.
- Gathered and sorted data for reports and files.
- Assisted in the development of new policies and procedures to improve operational efficiency.
- Handled confidential information with discretion and integrity.
- Received and distributed mail, letters and packages.
Engagement Director for Dementia Unit
Arbor Terrace At Cascade
Atlanta
03.2017 - 12.2019
- Directed engagement programs to enhance resident satisfaction and well-being.
- Implemented feedback systems to assess resident preferences and interests.
- Advocated for residents' needs during team meetings and care planning sessions.
- Collaborated with staff to create innovative activities for diverse resident needs.
- Recruited new employees who demonstrate an understanding of dementia care principles.
- Developed partnerships with local organizations to enrich community resources.
- Educated family members about home health hospice regulations and procedures related to their loved one's care plan.
- Referred families and individuals to community support services, psychologists, or doctors for necessary care.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as midwives, doulas and lactation consultants to ensure high quality care for clients.
Education
High School Diploma -
Decatur High School
Decatur, GA05-2014
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Individualized instruction
- Curriculum development
- Behavioral assessment
- Child development
- Educational technology
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Certification
- CPR certified
- Fire Safety Certified
- 19 hours of completed and approved training from ProSolutions
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
KidsRKids Mableton
05.2025 - Current
Household manager/Opare
The Little Family
06.2023 - 03.2025
Behavioral Therapist Assistant
SYKES Early Learning Intervention Center
08.2022 - 05.2023
Engagement Director for Dementia Unit
Arbor Terrace At Cascade
03.2017 - 12.2019
High School Diploma -
Decatur High School