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Tiera Thomas

Reisterstown

Summary

Dynamic educational professional prepared for impactful support roles in academic settings. Strong experience in classroom management, individualized student assistance, and instructional support. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability to changing needs. Well-versed in fostering positive learning environments and effective communication with students and staff. Committed to helping students achieve academic success and personal growth.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Educational Assistant

Sheppard Pratt
11.2023 - Current
  • Develop strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect to create a positive classroom environment.
  • Support students by adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations in collaboration with special education staff.
  • Assist students in maintaining appropriate behavior by implementing behavior intervention plans and de-escalating undesirable behaviors.
  • Encourage social-emotional growth among students by modeling appropriate behavior and guiding conversations.
  • Support classroom teacher by leading activities, monitoring behavior, taking attendance, and completing other administrative tasks as needed.

Research Technologist

Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
08.2022 - 10.2023


  • Perform research experiments independently in accordance to lab and safety protocols.
  • Prioritize tasks efficiently to meet project deadlines while maintaining high-quality results.
  • Utilize software tools (SnapGene, Benchling, and Fiji) to analyze experimental results.
  • Collaborate with other scientist to develop and troubleshoot experiments.
  • Present experimental findings to an array of audiences.

Social Emotional Learning Intern

Westlawn School
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Provide 1:1 instruction to students in agreement with their accommodations.
  • Utilize positive reinforcement tactics to promote desired behaviors.
  • Assist students in developing social emotional learning skills through problem-solving activities, guided discussions, and group activities.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

Salem College
Winston-Salem, NC
05-2022

Skills

  • Group and individual instruction
  • Individualized learning approaches
  • Effective classroom management
  • Supportive advocate
  • Skilled in software applications including Microsoft Suite and Canva
  • Active listener

Timeline

Educational Assistant

Sheppard Pratt
11.2023 - Current

Research Technologist

Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
08.2022 - 10.2023

Social Emotional Learning Intern

Westlawn School
01.2022 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

Salem College
Tiera Thomas