Laura Glover
Danville,CA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated graduate student pursuing a Master’s in School Counseling with a background as a substitute teacher and former paraprofessional. Experienced in supporting diverse student needs in K–5 classrooms, with a strong commitment to educational equity and inclusion. Passionate about neurodiversity and creating safe, supportive environments where all students can thrive socially, emotionally, and academically. Adept at building rapport with students, collaborating with staff, and applying counseling strategies to promote student well-being.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
San Ramon Valley Unified School District
Danville, CA
03.2021 - Current
- Monitored student progress throughout the day.
- Fostered an environment conducive to learning while managing challenging behaviors.
- Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
- Developed creative learning strategies to engage all types of learners.
Esthetician
Refresh by Laura
Danville, CA
01.2018 - Current
- Provide excellent customer service and skin care treatments to all clients
- Educate clients on skin care procedures and products
- Sell skincare products to patients according to specific needs, boosting overall revenue
- Improve appearance of clients' skin through non-surgical processes
- Conduct private client consultations
Para Educator
San Ramon Valley Unified School District
Danville, CA
10.2021 - 06.2024
- Offer students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support
- Maintain focused, inclusive, and supportive learning environments.
- Handle clerical duties, manage classrooms and coordinate documents for teachers
- Manage distracting or inappropriate classroom behavior by acknowledging feelings of the child and addressing the source of the distress
- Keep over twenty students safe in classroom and outside environments
- Apply positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors
John Baldwin Elementary Education Fund President
John Baldwin Elementary School
Danville, CA
07.2019 - 07.2021
- Presided over all monthly board meetings and the annual meeting of the fund
- Supervised all of the business and affairs of the fund
- Reported to the Foundation on activities and operations
- Attended meetings of the SRVEF Affiliates and reported back to the board when necessary
- Co-signed on all authorizations for payment with the Treasurer
- Reported fund activities at PTA Association meetings
- Collaborated with school principal, School Site Council and PTA on a regular basis
Various Parent Volunteer Roles
John Baldwin Elementary School
Danville, CA
08.2009 - 06.2021
- Room Parent: Coordinated imported communication from teacher to parents, organized class parties and handled funds
- Student supervision: Ensured the safety of students entering and exiting campus before and after school
- Noon-duty supervisor: Assisted school staff in the safety and wellbeing of students during noontime eating and playground activity
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
UC Davis
Davis, CA.06.1998
Esthetics - Skin Care
San Francisco Institute of Esthetics And Cosmetology
San Francisco, CA06.2012
Skills
- Classroom management
- Behavioral support
- Time management
- Inclusive education
- Team collaboration
- Positive reinforcement
- Effective communication
- Behavior management
- Adaptable
- Creative problem solving
- Relationship building and management
Affiliations
- Recipient of San Ramon Valley Education Foundation's Shining Star Award for John Baldwin Elementary School for the 2020-21 school year.
- Active Volunteer for Rolling Hills NCL chapter (2017-2020) contributing to organizations such as Monument Crisis Center, Fertile Groundworks, Challenger Baseball, Loaves and Fishes
- Previous Classified Staff Representative for the John Baldwin School Site Council, a decision making body that represents all stakeholders of the school community.
Timeline
Para Educator
San Ramon Valley Unified School District
10.2021 - 06.2024
Substitute Teacher
San Ramon Valley Unified School District
03.2021 - Current
John Baldwin Elementary Education Fund President
John Baldwin Elementary School
07.2019 - 07.2021
Esthetician
Refresh by Laura
01.2018 - Current
Various Parent Volunteer Roles
John Baldwin Elementary School
08.2009 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
UC Davis
Esthetics - Skin Care
San Francisco Institute of Esthetics And Cosmetology
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