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Laura Stec

Ithaca

Summary

Highly organized and detail-oriented professional with a strong work ethic and dedication to building relationships. Skilled at organizing and maintaining data collection, fostering a positive school community, and effectively administering crisis intervention support. Recognized for excellent communication skills, empathy, and providing a safe and supportive environment.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Responsible Thinking Coordinator

Ithaca Public Schools
08.2010 - Current
  • Maintained accurate and confidential records of student behavior documentation.
  • Promoted positive school climate through proactive prevention measures.
  • Established strong working relationships with students, staff, and families.
  • Maintained school focus on learning by enforcing rules related to student discipline.
  • Developed individualized behavior support plans to address specific student needs.
  • Organized behavior data collection for tracking student progress in order to adjust intervention plans as needed.
  • Served as an expert resource on behavioral issues, offering guidance to staff members faced with challenging situations.

Substitute Teacher

Willsub
01.2009 - 06.2010
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI
12-2008

Skills

  • Crisis intervention strategies
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Patience and perseverance
  • Relationship building
  • Effective communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Emotional regulation techniques
  • Individualized planning
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Conflict resolution techniques

Accomplishments

    Organized our school district's Help for the Holidays Program for families in need.

Certification

Trained in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI)


CPR and First Aid Trained


Trained member of our Building Emergency Response Team (BERT) and Cardiac Emergency Response Team (MERT)





Timeline

Responsible Thinking Coordinator

Ithaca Public Schools
08.2010 - Current

Substitute Teacher

Willsub
01.2009 - 06.2010

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Central Michigan University