LaRee Bigelow
Bend,OR
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at NeighborImpact Head Start, skilled in individualized instruction and fostering student rapport. Successfully implemented innovative teaching strategies, enhancing student engagement and progress. Committed to professional development and collaboration with faculty to optimize learning environments and support diverse learners. Passionate about creating safe, effective educational experiences.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Teacher
NeighborImpact Head Start
11.2022 - Current
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Assisted in implementation of new learning tools, systems and materials.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
- Worked with teacher to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements.
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support focused on student progress.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Assistant Teacher
Neighborimpact Head Start
11.2013 - 12.2022
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Monitored and reported student progress and development, offering mentoring as needed.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
Lead Teacher
Learning Ladder Preschool
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Central Oregon Community College
Bend, OR03-2026
High School Diploma -
Eagle Point High School
Eagle Point, OR06-1996
Skills
- Supplementary instruction
- Learning support
- Classroom restocking
- Faculty collaboration
- Instructional support
- Teaching strategies
- Safe learning environment
- Oral communication
- Lesson plan implementation
- Student rapport building
- Individualized instruction
- Parent and caregiver relations
- Professional development
- Small group instruction
- Behavior modeling
Certification
CDA
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
NeighborImpact Head Start
11.2022 - Current
Lead Teacher
Learning Ladder Preschool
08.2022 - 11.2022
Assistant Teacher
Neighborimpact Head Start
11.2013 - 12.2022
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Central Oregon Community College
High School Diploma -
Eagle Point High School
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