Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
Timeline
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Laurel Bonnin

Laurel Bonnin

Portland,OR

Summary

Nurturing Preschool Teacher's Aide possessing first-rate communication, organizational and time management abilities. In-depth knowledge of early childhood education and development and age-appropriate instructional practices. Warm and caring individual with 12 years of experience supervising classes of 8-16 children simultaneously and employing activities to support learning objectives. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure a part-time, afternoon position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Preschool Assistant Teacher

Mill Plain United Methodist Preschool
08.2011 - Current
  • Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
  • Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
  • Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
  • Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
  • Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
  • Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
  • Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.

Education

Pursued - Special Education Certification, Visual Arts Minor

Seattle Pacific University
Seattle, WA

Skills

  • Preschool Programs
  • Snack Preparation
  • Furniture Arrangements
  • Educational Settings
  • Positive Reinforcement Methods
  • Group Assistance
  • Instructional Assistance
  • Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
  • Letter and Number Instruction
  • Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
  • Student Learning Support
  • Child CPR and First Aid
  • Reinforcing Learning Concepts
  • Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching

Additional Information

Volunteer opportunities in which I currently enjoy being involved include:

* Helping to lead worship at my church

* Serving as a member of my church board

* Sponsoring a cheer squad with an Upward Sports flag football league


Some of my favorite things:

* Reading for my own enjoyment, but even more sharing a book with a child.

* Sewing, all kinds; hand and machine

* Singing

* Drawing


My other occupation is as a caregiver for my Father. From this I have learned and relearned many of life's most important lessons. First and foremost of these is a sense of humor is invaluable. The virtues of kindness and patience matter most when you don't feel like it. And the most valuable rewards are often not experienced immediately or until you are truly able to appreciate them.

Timeline

Preschool Assistant Teacher

Mill Plain United Methodist Preschool
08.2011 - Current

Pursued - Special Education Certification, Visual Arts Minor

Seattle Pacific University
Laurel Bonnin