Lauree Placencia
King’s Way Christian School
Vancouver,WA
1
Certification
13
years of professional experience
Dedicated preschool teacher's assistant with strong skills in lesson planning, classroom safety, and positive reinforcement. Committed to fostering a nurturing environment that supports children's emotional and cognitive development.
Work History
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
7 Years 5 Months- Assisted lead teacher in developing age-appropriate lesson plans and activities.
- Facilitated individual and group activities to promote social skills and emotional development.
- Collaborated with teachers to assess student progress and implement tailored support strategies.
- Organized classroom materials and resources, ensuring accessibility for students during lessons.
- Served as an empathetic listener when comforting upset or frustrated children while fostering resilience in handling challenging situations.
- Fostered a positive and nurturing classroom environment conducive to optimal learning and growth.
- Supported children''s emotional, social, and cognitive development through active engagement in various classroom activities.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
In-Home Nanny
2 Years 7 Months- Supervised playtime, ensuring safety and fostering positive interactions among children.
- Developed engaging educational activities to promote cognitive and social development in children.
- Implemented daily routines to establish structure and discipline within the household.
- Collaborated with parents to address behavioral issues and set developmental goals for children.
- Prepared nutritious meals tailored to dietary restrictions and preferences of children.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to support children's health and well-being.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
- Supported families by managing household tasks such as laundry, light cleaning, and errand running.
Preschool Teacher
1 Year 10 Months- Implemented classroom management strategies fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to individual learning styles and developmental needs.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations, adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Collaborated with parents to support student growth and address behavioral or academic challenges.
- Organized educational activities integrating faith-based principles, enhancing student engagement and understanding.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained an organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Assisted and supervised 15 children through the entire school day.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Early child education
Lesson planning
Supervising classroom activities
Emergency preparedness in classrooms
Emergency response
Positive reinforcement
Parent communication
Parent-teacher conferences
Caring and empathetic demeanor
Work ethic
Early childhood training
Health and safety
Certification
- Child Care Basic 30 hours certification
- Annual 10 hour continuing education
- CPR for Infant, Child and Adult
- Basic First Aid
- Mandated Reporter
- Food Handler Permit
- Bloodborne Pathogens
Timeline
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
King’s Way Christian School
03.2019 - 08.2026Read More
In-Home Nanny
Jami Satterthwaite
06.2015 - 01.2018Read More
Preschool Teacher
King’s Way Christian School
08.2013 - 06.2015Read More
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High School Diploma
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