Laura Kollar
Caroga Lake,NY
Summary
Background in childhood education with hands-on experience in lesson planning and classroom management. Proven commitment to creating a supportive learning environment and fostering positive relationships with students and colleagues.
Overview
1
1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Assistant
Wheelerville Union Free School
02.2021 - Current
- Assisted lead teacher in creating and implementing lesson plans for various subjects
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to meet the diverse learning needs of students
- Facilitated small group discussions and activities to enhance student comprehension of lesson content
- Supported lead teacher in grading assignments and providing constructive feedback to students
- Managed classroom behavior by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining a safe learning environment
- Followed IEP and 504 as written
- Monitored student behavior and progress then communicated concerns to teachers promptly
- Proctored NYS testing for students with IEP
Medical Receptionist
Nathan Littauer Hospital and Nursing Home
10.2020 - 02.2021
- Served patients by scheduling appointments, maintaining records and accounts.
- Verified insurance information daily, scanned insurance cards into charts, and collected copayments to ensure accurate billing.
- Protected patients' rights by maintaining confidentiality of medical, personal, and financial information
- Checked in patients upon arrival to ensure prompt processing of account information.
- Completed medical documents to ensure accuracy of patient records.
Assistant Teacher
Many Happy Adventures Daycare
Johnstown, NY
10.2017 - 12.2019
- Supervised afternoon staff, making sure all were following NYS Regulations
- Coordinated classroom activities and daily routines to create a structured learning environment
- Managed class operations during lead teacher's absence
- Communicated daily with parents, managing paperwork and responding to inquiries
Store Clerk
Canada Lake Store & Marine
Canada Lake, NY
08.2016 - 10.2017
- Managed cash register operations, ensuring accurate transactions and balancing at end of shift
- Provided Customer Service
- Demonstrated effective communication with customers and team members
Education
Health Studies - Associate Degree
Fulton Montgomery Community College
Johnstown, NY05-2019
Regents Diploma -
Johnstown High School
Johnstown, NY06-2017
Skills
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom Management
- Scheduling
- Ability to Multitask
- Time Management
- Organizational skills
- Effective Communication
- Team Player
- Customer Service
- Professionalism
- Basic Computer Skills
- Phone Etiquette
Certification
- Mandated Reporter Training-Child Abuse and Maltreatment
- First Aid/CPR/AED
- Level 3 Teacher Assistant
- EpiPen Trained
Additional Information
Extra Classroom Activity Funds Advisor, Elementary Intramural Coach, Elementary Librarian, Safety Team
Timeline
Teacher Assistant
Wheelerville Union Free School
02.2021 - Current
Medical Receptionist
Nathan Littauer Hospital and Nursing Home
10.2020 - 02.2021
Assistant Teacher
Many Happy Adventures Daycare
10.2017 - 12.2019
Store Clerk
Canada Lake Store & Marine
08.2016 - 10.2017
Health Studies - Associate Degree
Fulton Montgomery Community College
Regents Diploma -
Johnstown High School