Lauren Banks
Maryland Heights,MO
Summary
A dedicated Infant Teacher that provides students with a safe and nurturing learning environment. Possesses excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
Distinguished understanding of infant and toddler classrooms, am a professional looking to optimize individual student experiences for long-term success.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Childcare Teacher
Gateway Region YMCA
08.2018 - Current
- Enhanced children''s communication skills by incorporating sign language and visual aids in daily activities.
- Promoted healthy lifestyle among children by fostering daily physical exercises and providing nutritious meals.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Established strong relationships with parents through open lines of communication, regular updates, and informative parent-teacher conferences.
Paraprofessional/Math Interventionist/Substitute Teacher
Pattonville School District
02.2017 - 05.2018
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Fostered positive learning environment by establishing solid rapport with students, parents, and faculty.
Childcare Assistant Teacher
Gateway Region YMCA
03.2016 - 12.2017
- Enhanced student learning by implementing interactive and creative teaching methods in childcare settings.
- Developed age-appropriate lesson plans, resulting in increased student engagement and understanding of key concepts.
- Improved classroom management with positive reinforcement strategies, leading to more conducive learning environment.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering trust and collaboration for their child's development.
Audiographer
Special School District Of St. Louis County
08.2010 - 12.2012
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environments.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
ABA Therapist
Special School District Of St. Louis County
08.2006 - 05.2008
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans tailored to each student's needs.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with students, resulting in increased trust and collaboration in the therapeutic process.
- Enhanced student's communication skills through targeted, evidence-based interventions and strategies.
- Used data collection methods to keep track of students' strengths, needs, and progress for data-driven treatment planning.
Education
Associate of Arts - Child Psychology
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.2025
No Degree - Computer Applications
Hickey College
St Louis, MO06.2002
High School Diploma -
Mccluer North High School
Florissant, MO06.2001
Skills
- Nutrition knowledge
- Student Needs Assessments
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Social Skills Development
- Classroom Organization
Certification
- Adult/Pediatric First Aid-2/17/2024-2/2026
- Basic Life support-2/17/2024-2/2025
- CDA certification 3/2024
Timeline
Lead Childcare Teacher
Gateway Region YMCA
08.2018 - Current
Paraprofessional/Math Interventionist/Substitute Teacher
Pattonville School District
02.2017 - 05.2018
Childcare Assistant Teacher
Gateway Region YMCA
03.2016 - 12.2017
Audiographer
Special School District Of St. Louis County
08.2010 - 12.2012
ABA Therapist
Special School District Of St. Louis County
08.2006 - 05.2008
Associate of Arts - Child Psychology
Liberty University
No Degree - Computer Applications
Hickey College
High School Diploma -
Mccluer North High School
- Adult/Pediatric First Aid-2/17/2024-2/2026
- Basic Life support-2/17/2024-2/2025
- CDA certification 3/2024
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