Lauren Ghoston
San Antonio
Summary
Dynamic Foundation & Education Specialist with a proven track record at Firstmark Credit Union, excelling in community outreach and strategic planning. Adept at enhancing educational systems and fostering collaboration, I leverage effective communication and financial literacy initiatives to drive impactful change, ensuring educational advancement for diverse communities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Foundation & Education Specialist
Firstmark Credit Union
San Antonio
08.2024 - Current
- Engage in various community events to foster collaboration and outreach.
- Collaborate with non-profits, school districts, and higher education leaders to drive initiatives.
- Identify opportunities to enhance educational systems across multiple communities.
- Support education system employees by providing necessary resources and guidance.
- Assist in awarding grants and scholarships to promote educational advancement.
- Facilitate programs implementing financial literacy for K-12 students.
- Contribute to the development of strategies that improve school effectiveness in diverse areas.
Breakfast Attendant
Homewood Suites by Hilton
San Antonio
06.2023 - Current
- Adhered to sanitation guidelines when handling food products during preparation process.
- Performed opening or closing duties such as setting up and breaking down workstations or restocking supplies as directed by management team members.
- Greeted guests upon arrival and provided menus for breakfast selections.
- Bussed tables efficiently throughout shift ensuring that dishes were properly sanitized before reuse.
- Replenished food items on the buffet line in a timely manner.
- Set up buffet area according to restaurant standards.
- Followed all safety protocols set forth by the restaurant's health department regulations.
Early Childhood Coordinator
George Gervin Academy
San Antonio
12.2023 - 08.2024
- Maintained compliance with program operations by staying updated on guidelines.
- Organized educational programs, field trips, and special events for students.
- Reviewed classroom materials for accuracy and relevance, ensuring quality education.
- Developed strong relationships with families through effective communication about student progress.
- Provided leadership to early childhood staff, including hiring, training, and evaluations.
- Collaborated with professionals to design individualized learning experiences for students with special needs.
- Monitored budgets and allocated funds in alignment with program requirements.
- Created partnerships with schools, childcare centers, libraries, and community groups supporting young children.
ELA Teacher
Compass Rose Public Schools
San Antonio
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Planned, prepared, and delivered lessons in accordance with curriculum guidelines.
- Established effective communication with parents regarding student progress.
- Implemented effective classroom management techniques to ensure a productive learning environment.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills by providing open-ended questions or tasks.
- Created differentiated instruction based on individual learning styles.
ELA Teacher
IDEA Public Schools
San Antonio
08.2018 - 08.2023
- Implement state learning standards and IDEA curriculum.
- Administer formal and informal assessments to track student progress.
- Established effective communication with parents regarding student progress.
- Implemented effective classroom management techniques to ensure a productive learning environment.
- Created differentiated instruction based on individual learning styles.
- Attended professional development sessions related to ELA instruction.
- Cultivated a safe, orderly, and positive learning environment for students.
Instructional Assistant
San Antonio Independent School District
San Antonio
01.2017 - 06.2018
- Provided support services such as tutoring or guidance counseling when needed.
- Supported classroom teachers by supervising students during lunch and recess periods or field trips.
- Facilitated small group instruction for targeted skill development.
- Established positive relationships with community organizations to facilitate referral services for families of special education students.
- Organized data collection systems using technology such as spreadsheets or databases.
- Participated in IEP meetings, parent conferences, and other meetings as needed.
Phone/Military Banker
Wells Fargo
San Antonio
09.2014 - 01.2017
- Provided customer service to bank clients, answering inquiries and resolving complaints.
- Generated monthly reports detailing performance metrics for senior management review.
- Ensured compliance with state and federal banking regulations through regular reviews.
- Performed daily reconciliation of bank accounts to ensure accuracy of records.
- Researched discrepancies between bank records and customer accounts.
- Participated in community outreach events to promote awareness of the bank's services.
- Advised customers on various banking products and services such as loans, investments, and credit cards.
- Developed strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty through excellent service delivery.
Cashier/Server
Doubletree By Hilton
San Antonio
06.2012 - 10.2016
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations within the store environment.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally in accordance with company policy.
- Balanced daily transactions on a computerized point-of-sale system.
- Provided excellent customer service to hotel guests.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business
Texas A&M University-San Antonio
05-2021
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
St. Philip's College
12-2016
High School Diploma -
East Central High School
06-2008
Skills
- Community outreach and engagement
- Financial literacy
- Effective communication
- Team leadership
- Strategic planning
- Assessment strategies
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Foundation & Education Specialist
Firstmark Credit Union
08.2024 - Current
Early Childhood Coordinator
George Gervin Academy
12.2023 - 08.2024
ELA Teacher
Compass Rose Public Schools
08.2023 - 12.2023
Breakfast Attendant
Homewood Suites by Hilton
06.2023 - Current
ELA Teacher
IDEA Public Schools
08.2018 - 08.2023
Instructional Assistant
San Antonio Independent School District
01.2017 - 06.2018
Phone/Military Banker
Wells Fargo
09.2014 - 01.2017
Cashier/Server
Doubletree By Hilton
06.2012 - 10.2016
Bachelor of Science - Business
Texas A&M University-San Antonio
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
St. Philip's College
High School Diploma -
East Central High School
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