Lauren Faix
Substitute Teacher
Bronx,NY
Summary
Compassionate Substitute Teacher with distinguished knowledge of child development. Skilled at working closely with students to maintain progression and control behavioral issues. Committed to keeping up with lesson plans while keeping lessons fun and engaging for students through implementation of technology and play.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-5
William B. Ward Elementary School
New Rochelle , United States
2022.05 - Current
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
Student Teacher
William B. Ward Elementary School
New Rochelle , NY
2021.09 - 2022.12
- Collaborated with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
- Stood in for teachers, checking lesson plans to provide consistent teaching to students.
- Conferred with qualified teacher to establish instructional targets and prepare lessons to cover source topics.
- Stood in for teachers to supervise classes, deliver lessons and administer tests.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Met with parents to discuss student behaviors and needs.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Reviewed faculty handbooks, regional curricula and student guides to formulate deep understanding of duties and student expectations.
- Investigated different teaching materials and techniques to understand strengths and weaknesses.
- Helped teachers decorate and organize classrooms with age-specific decor and organization prior to classes starting.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Successfully completed and passed the EDTPA; a performance based assessment used in teacher preparation programs
In-Home Childcare Provider
Private Care
Larchmont , NY
2019.09 - 2022.06
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Created and implemented diverse educational strategies to boost development.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands and share by leading by example.
- Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments and issues.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children.
- Cared for children ages 6 to 10 in nurturing and age-appropriate way.
Hair Salon Assistant
Guys And Dolls Hair Salon
Bronx , United States
2017.04 - 2020.03
- Offered exceptional service and support to walk-in and scheduled customers.
- Freed up stylists to focus on customers by personally handling basic tasks such as restocking supplies.
- Entertained children during cuts to allow guardians to fully focus on appointment services.
- Consistently received positive performance reviews from guests.
- Answered phone calls and emails to schedule client appointments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood/Childhood Education:Dual Degree
Iona College
New Rochelle, NY 2018.08 - 2022.05
High School Diploma -
Cardinal Spellman High School
Bronx, NY 2014.09 - 2018.06
Skills
Group Instruction
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-5
William B. Ward Elementary School
2022.05 - Current
Student Teacher
William B. Ward Elementary School
2021.09 - 2022.12
In-Home Childcare Provider
Private Care
2019.09 - 2022.06
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood/Childhood Education:Dual Degree
Iona College
2018.08 - 2022.05
Hair Salon Assistant
Guys And Dolls Hair Salon
2017.04 - 2020.03
High School Diploma -
Cardinal Spellman High School
2014.09 - 2018.06
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