Jaleigh Napier
Tell City
Summary
Coordinated and diligent activity coordinator skilled in student behavior management and redirection. Supports faculty and classroom needs with proactive and diligent approach. Passionate about helping students and offers proven skills developed over 3 years of related experience. Versed in school standards and strategies to optimize learning for all students.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Assistant
Warren Elementary
01.2025 - Current
- Distributed tests, papers and homework assignments to students
- Maintained composed, professional demeanor in classroom situations
- Utilized positive reinforcement strategies to encourage appropriate behaviors among students while minimizing disruptions or conflicts
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities
- Led small group instruction tailored to each child's unique abilities and interests, ensuring personalized attention during learning activities
- Supported diverse learners by adapting teaching methods to meet individual student needs and learning styles
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in the classroom
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
Service Desk & Money Center Associate
Walmart
08.2023 - 02.2025
- Established strong customer relationships by offering personalized assistance with banking services and transactions
- Performed various money center services to customers
- Provided support in training new associates on policies, procedures, and best practices for exceptional service delivery
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently handling cash transactions and providing accurate account information
- Handled wire transfers accurately, ensuring timely completion of both domestic and international transactions
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new systems/software updates for seamless integration into daily tasks and improved service delivery
- Reduced wait times by effectively managing multiple tasks simultaneously during peak hours
- Utilized strong communication skills to relay complex financial concepts clearly to customers without specialized knowledge or experience in finance matters
- Answered department phone calls
- Balanced safe, prepared tills, and prepared register bags for next sales date
Day Care Teacher
Perry Preschool & Child Care
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about their child's progress and needs
- Oversaw daily transitions between various activities such as snack time, outdoor playtime, naptime ensuring smooth operation of daily schedule
- Utilized positive reinforcement strategies to encourage appropriate behaviors among students while minimizing disruptions or conflicts
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities
- Guided students through daily routines, instilling a sense of responsibility and independence within each child
- Improved classroom management by implementing clear expectations, consistent routines, and age-appropriate rewards systems
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits
- Collaborated with fellow daycare teachers to create a cohesive educational experience across all classrooms within the center
- Maintained accurate documentation of student progress, behavior incidents, and parent-teacher conferences for review as needed
- Led small group instruction tailored to each child's unique abilities and interests, ensuring personalized attention during learning activities
- Supported diverse learners by adapting teaching methods to meet individual student needs and learning styles
- Developed individualized learning plans for each child, catering to their unique needs and abilities
- Assisted children with special needs by providing tailored support and accommodations, ensuring inclusive learning environments
- Supported children's emotional development by providing comforting presence and listening to their concerns
- Cultivated love for reading in children by organizing regular storytime sessions and discussions
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment
- Established positive relationships with students and families
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in the classroom
Hostess and server
Patio Steakhouse
06.2019 - 08.2023
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions and informed of accurate wait times
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating and menu information
- Assigned patrons to tables suitable for needs and restaurant section rotation
- Supported servers, food runners and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest
- Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests
- Monitored seating area and checked restrooms regularly to keep spotless
- Informed servers of newly seated parties for speedy service
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers
- Collected information from arriving customers to seat groups or place them on waitlist
- Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness
- Assisted managers with quickly resolving service- and food-related issues
- Prepared dining room for special upcoming functions by decorating and generating special group menus
- Making drinks, serving drinks and food
- Checking tables out
- Getting orders out in a timely manner
Student Teacher Intern
William Tell Elementary School
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Distributed tests, papers and homework assignments to students
- Maintained composed, professional demeanor in classroom situations
- Wiped down desks and plexiglass dividers with sanitizing products and distributed hand sanitizer to students
- Worked with a classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff and students
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes
- Reviewed faculty handbooks, regional curricula and student guides to formulate deep understanding of duties and student expectations
- Investigated different teaching materials and techniques to understand strengths and weaknesses
- Helped teachers decorate and organize classrooms with age-specific decor and organization prior to classes starting
- Stood in for teachers to supervise classes, deliver lessons and administer tests
- Evaluated student progress through analysis of test scores and homework completion
- Graded tests and checked homework assignments, documenting information in student records
- Had one-on-one sessions with struggling students to increase classroom GPAs and individual student success
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery
- Observed and participated in special learning opportunities to expand horizons and learn different approaches
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement
- Designed lessons for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies
Education
Master of Arts - Education
University of The Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KY05-2028
Interdisciplinary Studies - Education
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY05.2025
High School Diploma - undefined
Tell City Jr-Sr High School
Tell City, IN05.2022
Skills
- Time management
- Good communication skills
- Conflict and complaint resolution
- Customer service skills
- Computer skills
- Problem solving skills
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Lesson planning
- Child safety
- Collaborative teaching
- Instructional strategies
- Strong work ethic
- Lesson development
- IEP adherence
Timeline
Instructional Assistant
Warren Elementary
01.2025 - Current
Service Desk & Money Center Associate
Walmart
08.2023 - 02.2025
Day Care Teacher
Perry Preschool & Child Care
05.2023 - 08.2023
Student Teacher Intern
William Tell Elementary School
08.2021 - 05.2022
Hostess and server
Patio Steakhouse
06.2019 - 08.2023
High School Diploma - undefined
Tell City Jr-Sr High School
Master of Arts - Education
University of The Cumberlands
Interdisciplinary Studies - Education
Western Kentucky University
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