Cassie Lawrence
Gilmer,TX
Summary
My primary objective is to provide a safe and nurturing learning
environment that encourages students growth and development. I aim to facilitate engaging and challenging instruction that fosters a love for learning, critical thinking, and problem solving skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2009
2009
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Paraprofessional
Gilmer Independent School District
Gilmer, TX
12.2017 - Current
- Assisted teachers in classroom management and student engagement.
- Facilitated small group activities to enhance learning experiences.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student performance and needs.
- Maintained a safe and organized classroom environment for all students.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Implemented behavioral intervention strategies to promote positive student behavior.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed in the classroom environment.
- Supported classroom teacher with daily instruction and management of student activities.
Teacher
Candy Cane Learning Academy
Palestine, Texas
02.2012 - 11.2017
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student learning styles.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with parents to support student academic and social development.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
Education
The University of Texas At Tyler
Tyler, TX 01.2014 - 05.2015
Associate of Science - Elementary Education
Trinity Valley Community College
Palestine, TX 06.2009 - 05.2014
Northeast Texas Community College
Mount Pleasant, TX 08.2001 - 05.2002
Winnsboro High School
Winnsboro, TXSkills
- classroom management
- student engagement
- behavioral intervention
- parent communication
- small group facilitation
- relationship building
- Educational games
- Educational technology usage
- Enrichment activities
- Classroom support
- Student supervision
- Classroom technology
- Teacher support
- Preparing instructional materials
- Smartboard
- Classroom organization
- Effective communication
- Certified in early childhood education
- Teacher assistance
- Student health and safety
- First aid and CPR certified
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Social skills training
- Group and individual instruction
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Gilmer Independent School District
12.2017 - Current
The University of Texas At Tyler
01.2014 - 05.2015
Teacher
Candy Cane Learning Academy
02.2012 - 11.2017
Associate of Science - Elementary Education
Trinity Valley Community College
06.2009 - 05.2014
Northeast Texas Community College
08.2001 - 05.2002
Winnsboro High School