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Portrait of Ahshauntay Dixon-Taylor

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Ahshauntay Dixon-Taylor

Classroom Assistant at The University of Chicago Laboratory School

  • City Colleges Of Chicago Kennedy King College
  • Early childhood education
  • Class of 2013
  • CHICAGO, Illinois

Member since June 2021

About

Enthusiastic, high-energy, seasoned teacher with a deep understanding of classroom management, behavior modification, and individualized support. Strong communicator with a knack for fostering meaningful relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. Comfortable working with students of varying skill levels and diverse backgrounds. Who believe in fostering a cohesive learning atmosphere while encouraging creativity and high-order thinking to increase children's performance. Proven track record of creating organized, engaging learning environments that foster students’ ability to thrive. I excel in, adaptability, and professionalism, coupled with a caring, compassionate, and diligent approach as an educator.

Education

  • Malcom X

    Associates of Arts - Psychology

    2023 – 2025

  • Columbia College

    Dance

    2006

  • City Colleges of Chicago-Kennedy King College

    Education

    2005 – 2007

  • Robert Morris College

    Interior Design

    2004

Honors and awards

  • Dean's List

  • Honor Roll

Goals and interests

Career goal

Education /Psychology

Graduate school interests

Psychology

Outside the classroom

Cleaning /Organizing
Dancing
Singing
DIY'S

Experience

  • Classroom Assistant

    The University of Chicago Laboratory School

    Sep 2019 – Sep 2025

  • Teacher Assistant

    Malone Workforce Solutions

    Feb 2019 – Jul 2019

  • Preschool Teacher

    Bright Horizon

    Jul 2014 – Jul 2015

  • Preschool Teacher Assistant

    Bright Horizon

    Jul 2013 – Jul 2014

  • Early Childhood Teacher Assistant

    Concordia Place

    Jun 2010 – Mar 2012

  • Substitute Teacher

    Concordia Place

    Mar 2010 – Jun 2010

Volunteering

  • Child Helper

    LaRabida Children's Hospital

    Sep 2005 – Jun 2006

  • Art Teacher

    Femi Elementary

    Oct 2003 – Jun 2004

Languages

  • English (US) Fluent
  • Spanish Beginner

Additional information

  • Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society

  • Honor Society

  • One million Degrees