Elena Lapa
Wethersfield,CT
Summary
Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Toddler Teacher
University Of Connecticut Child Labs
09.2022 - Current
- Collaborate w/ co-teacher in creating quality lesson plans for 12 toddlers
- Engage in developmental and creative practices with students
- Publish weekly observations/ sit down conferences with parents quarterly to discuss progress of children
- Supervise college students in the classroom for credit grading
Student Teacher
Uconn Child Labs
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Fostered a positive classroom environment dedicated to the learning and development of the children
- Utilized guidance of supervising teacher/ observed appropriate attitudes in all situations
Teacher's Aide/Credit Student
Uconn Child Labs
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Provided care for children's physical needs(diaper changes, feedings, sleep routines, etc)
- Established developmentally appropriate behaviors/ practices for infants & toddlers
Teacher's Aide
Tri-Town YMCA
03.2019 - 08.2020
- Lead support staff of the before and after school program
- Demonstrated leadership skills
- Responded to all parent concerns and queries
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development And Family Studies
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT05.2022
Skills
- Communication
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork
- Creative
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
Certification
First Aid and CPR Training- July 2023
Medication Administration- September 2023
Languages
Albanian
Native or Bilingual
Greek
Professional Working
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Assistant Toddler Teacher
University Of Connecticut Child Labs
09.2022 - Current
Student Teacher
Uconn Child Labs
01.2022 - 05.2022
Teacher's Aide/Credit Student
Uconn Child Labs
08.2021 - 12.2021
Teacher's Aide
Tri-Town YMCA
03.2019 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development And Family Studies
University of Connecticut
First Aid and CPR Training- July 2023
Medication Administration- September 2023
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