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Ainslie Steede
Retired First Grade Teacher
Paget Parish,PB
Summary
Reliable retired teacher enthusiastically pursuing opportunity to add immediate value to growing team. Inspired to help others and driven to apply unfailing work ethic to meet objectives. Industrious and committed with skills for multitasking and managing time well.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Caregiver
Self-Employed
Warwick WK09, Bermuda
02.2018 - 07.2020
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly parent.
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patient move around personal and public spaces.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
- Assisted immobile client to support independence and well-being.
First Grade Teacher
Bermuda Education Dept
44 Church Street Hamilton HM12, Bermuda
09.2010 - 06.2020
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Kept classroom clean, organized and safe for students and visitors.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
Substitute Teacher, Preschool, K-5
Bermuda Education Dept
44 Church Street, Hamilton HM12, Bermuda
11.2006 - 06.2009
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Took notes and prepared reports on school day activities to provide to primary teacher.
Project Manager
Self-Employed
Paget PG04, Bermuda
08.2007 - 12.2008
- Developed and initiated building project, managed costs and monitored performance.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives and deadlines.
- Maintained relationships with material vendors personnel, and contractors for project cohesion.
- Managed construction schedules to achieve adequate project labor coverage.
- Directed day-to-day operational aspects of project and monitored progress of construction activities.
- Oversaw employee attendance, handled payroll and ordered new materials for sites.
- Kept projects on schedule and within budget while serving as project leader.
- Held construction progress and regular status meetings with project team.
Afterschool Care
Youth Sports And Recreation
Hamilton HM11, Bermuda
09.1997 - 06.1999
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Led children in creative, athletic and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Bermuda Education Dept
44 Church Street, Hamilton HM12, Bermuda
09.1992 - 06.1999
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance and assessments.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
Preschool Teacher
Glimmerview
Devonshire FL03, Bermuda
09.1990 - 08.1992
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Receptionist
Creative Interiors
Front Street Hamilton , Bermuda
05.1982 - 08.1984
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients.
- Resolved customer problems and complaints.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Maintained confidentiality of information regarding clients and company.
- Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
- Managed multiple tasks and met time-sensitive deadlines.
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
Bank Teller
Bank of N T Butterfield
Front Street Hamilton, Bermuda
04.1973 - 02.1980
- Assisted customers with setting up or closing accounts.
- Counted and packaged currency and coins.
- Built and strengthened customer relationships by leveraging excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Completed highly accurate, high-volume money counts via both manual and machine-driven approaches.
- Reconciled cash drawer and resolved discrepancies.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education K-12
Coppin State University
Baltimore, MD 09.1999 - 05.2005
Skills
Safety awareness
Behavioral improvements
Standardized tests
Patient care
Organizational skills
Curriculum selection
Time management
Problem-solving skills
Activity Planning
Project planning and development
Written and verbal communication
Cash drawer management
Interests
Nutrition
Accounting Fundamentals
Journaling
Gardening
Online Courses
Timeline
Senior Caregiver
Self-Employed
02.2018 - 07.2020
First Grade Teacher
Bermuda Education Dept
09.2010 - 06.2020
Project Manager
Self-Employed
08.2007 - 12.2008
Substitute Teacher, Preschool, K-5
Bermuda Education Dept
11.2006 - 06.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Education K-12
Coppin State University
09.1999 - 05.2005
Afterschool Care
Youth Sports And Recreation
09.1997 - 06.1999
Special Education Paraprofessional
Bermuda Education Dept
09.1992 - 06.1999
Preschool Teacher
Glimmerview
09.1990 - 08.1992
Receptionist
Creative Interiors
05.1982 - 08.1984
Bank Teller
Bank of N T Butterfield
04.1973 - 02.1980