Laura Antonsen

• Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
• Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
• Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
• Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
• Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
• Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures and materials.
• Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
• Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters, numbers, beginning sounds, journaling and STEAM.
• Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and management.

Followed Illinois Standards in all areas of the classroom.

• Updated the front desk's concierge book on a daily basis so that visitors could access the most relevant information.
• Rectified volatile situations quickly and efficiently through active listening, conflict resolution, and dynamic communication skills.
• Contacted previous visitors and potential guests through emailed newsletters with information on events and happenings in an effort to build a clientele base.
• Welcomed guests, provided answers to questions, and anticipated guests' service needs.
• Answered department telephone calls within 1 ring, using correct salutations and telephone etiquette.
• Greeted all guests in a courteous and professional manner.
• Compiled and produced documents and reports and filed, copied or faxed required papers.

• Developed a well-managed classroom of 20 children.
• Employed interactive and social techniques to encourage student learning and build community within the classroom.
• Received high remarks for the creativity of classroom lesson plans and instructional techniques from students, parents and faculty.
• Led groups of youth in discovery exercises and offered personalized support to individuals in need of extra assistance.
• Designed lesson plans focused on age and level-appropriate material.

• Sustained ideal staff-to-student ratio in home licensed for 8 children aged 6 weeks-12 year olds.
• Employed a variety of materials for children to explore and manipulate in learning activities and imaginative play.
• Sparked creativity and imagination by helping children discover new materials each day.
• Incorporated music and art activities to encourage creativity and expression.
• Upheld all CPR and Illinois regulated certifications.
• Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and issues.
• Offered stimulating curriculum that accommodated all learning styles.