Tiffany Dumas
Lexington
Summary
Coordinated and diligent planner of activities, manager of student behavior and source of support for teacher needs. Passionate about helping students and offering proven skills developed over 14 years of related experience gained in a classroom and community center setting.Experienced with assisting in special education classrooms by supporting individualized learning plans and instructional activities. Utilizes effective communication skills to collaborate with teachers, parents, and students. Knowledge of behavior management techniques and adaptive learning strategies to facilitate student success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant
Charlotte Mecklenburg School System
08.2019 - 06.2026
- Led classroom activities for play-based and immersive learning.
- Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support.
- Supported students with special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments to enhance learning experiences.
- Escorted students to various locations, including restrooms, cafeteria, playground, and field trips.
- Notified instructor about student behaviors or issues that required intervention.
- Assisted in changing or lifting students unable to function on their own.
- Supported individualized education plans by collaborating with teachers and specialists.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet diverse learning needs of exceptional children.
- Implemented classroom management strategies that promoted positive student interactions.
- Facilitated communication between parents and school staff regarding student development.
- Mentored new staff on best practices for supporting exceptional learners in the classroom.
- Supported the inclusion of students with disabilities in mainstream classrooms, fostering an inclusive educational setting.
Community Center Assistant Director
Lexington Parks & Recreation
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Supervised employees and programming in absence of Center Director to ensure continuity of services.
- Built stable, consistent and positive environment for K- 12, and Adults.
- Addressed and documented behavioral issues and incident reports from patrons to maintain a safe environment.
- Address/ document behavioral issues, and incident reports by all patrons.
- Cultivated a respectful environment by enforcing discipline among children. and recommended other measures to correct behavior.
- Planned Halloween Night, Fall Festival, Brotherhood Brunch, and Holiday Celebration Special Events
- Documented all K-5 gym activities on a daily basis to create a monthly activity chart.
- Supported outreach initiatives to promote health and wellness activities within the community.
- Coordinated community events to enhance local engagement and participation.
- Assisted in developing program schedules to optimize resource allocation and accessibility.
- Managed registration processes ensuring accuracy and efficiency for participants.
- Collaborated with team members to evaluate program effectiveness and implement improvements.
Recreational Specialist
Lexington Parks & Recreation
09.2015 - 07.2018
- Planned and led games, reading and activities for groups up to 80 children.
- Organized and facilitated games, reading sessions, and activities for groups of up to 80 children, fostering teamwork and fun.
- Managed behavior of children and implemented corrective measures to promote a positive environment.
- Supervised children during outings and trips to ensure safety and engagement.
- Assisted in organizing special events for children, including planning activities and coordinating logistics.
Visitor Service Specialist
Explorium Of Lexington
11.2015 - 12.2016
- Camp & Group Visit reservations and information.
- Oversaw daily operations of gift shop.
- Handled incoming phone calls professionally.
- Prepared venue for birthday party events.
- Maintained overall cleanliness and upkeep of museum
- Led summer camp programs
- Led engaging summer camp programs, fostering a positive environment for children's learning and enjoyment.
- Birthday Party Setup
- Executed daily end-of-day register and visitor close-out procedures for accurate financial reporting.
- Managed membership registration and renewals.
Recreational Leader
Lexington Parks & Recreation
06.2012 - 09.2015
- Planned and conducted community activities such as Summer Water Games Day, Halloween Celebration and Holiday Celebration.
- Supported children in creating various arts and crafts projects during sessions.
- Ordered and maintained recreational equipment to ensure availability and readiness for activities.
- Ordered and maintained all recreational equipment.
- Kept athletic and games equipment and facilities organized and maintained.
- Coordinated and conducted community events, including Summer Water Games Day and Halloween Celebration, to foster community involvement and enjoyment.
Intern
Lyric Theatre & Cultural Arts Center
05.2011 - 08.2011
- Performed various daily tasks related to office management and support. varied from secretarial duties to coordinating
- Secretarial Duties included answering emails, calls, general information
- Lead individual walk in tours as well as group tours of the facility
- Lead individual walk in tours as well as group tours of the Ahmed Kathrada traveling exhibit
- Drafted detailed contracts for events to outline terms and agreements. for various events
- Coordinated volunteers almost the entire duration of internship, as well as created opportunities for people interested in becoming new volunteers
- Coordinated volunteers at various events including but not limited to: University of Kentucky uniform unveiling, Life's Journey Fashion show and Southland Christian Church Free Family Event.
- Compiled Volunteer Coordinator handbook, providing a comprehensive guide for effective volunteer coordination and engagement
Education
Bachelor of Science - Recreation & Park Administration
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY2011
High School Diploma - undefined
Tates Creek High School
Lexington, KY2005
Skills
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- Adaptive support
- Learning difficulties expertise
- Special-needs experience
- Group instruction
- Skill building
- Progress reporting
- Behavior management
- Conflict resolution
- Parent engagement
- Relationship management
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
Charlotte Mecklenburg School System
08.2019 - 06.2026
Community Center Assistant Director
Lexington Parks & Recreation
08.2018 - 07.2019
Visitor Service Specialist
Explorium Of Lexington
11.2015 - 12.2016
Recreational Specialist
Lexington Parks & Recreation
09.2015 - 07.2018
Recreational Leader
Lexington Parks & Recreation
06.2012 - 09.2015
Intern
Lyric Theatre & Cultural Arts Center
05.2011 - 08.2011
High School Diploma - undefined
Tates Creek High School
Bachelor of Science - Recreation & Park Administration
Eastern Kentucky University