Lauren Lawrence
Nacogdoches
Summary
Hi there! My name is Lauren Lawrence. I am currently a graduate student in my third year at The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology to become a licensed LPC in the states of Texas and Washington. I am seeking an internship site that helps to support my growth and goals of working with couples, families, and groups. I am also interested in working with children on the spectrum, with individuals who struggle with substance abuse, and with women who experience somatic dissociation.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Spanish & Omnibus Teacher
Regents Academy
08.2018 - 06.2023
- Taught levels Spanish I and II to sophomores and juniors.
- Taught Omnibus III, which is mostly a combination of history and literature that focuses on a large swath of human history. My era was modern day, ranging from the 1500s to present day, reading primary texts from fiction and non-fiction alike to work on understanding just how our (Western) stories have been unfolding.
- House Coordinator of the student-led organization whose goal is to bring intention to school culture.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
Sea Kayak/Raft Guide
OARS
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Co-led multi-day kayak/raft and camping trips on Lake Jackson and the Snake River.
- Educated patrons on wildlife and ecosystems within the Teton and Yellowstone National Parks.
- Built and established positive relationships with patrons, team members and supervisors.
- Swiftwater training with the Swiftwater Safety Institute.
- Certified as a NOLS Wilderness First Responder.
E-Commerce Specialist
Twigs & Tin
08.2017 - 04.2018
- Created and managed the company’s website, which included photography and the creation of a unique inventory management system since there were no duplicates, everything was one-of-a-kind.
- Conducted interviews and wrote biographies for over 80 artists to be able to promote their artistry.
Wildlife Rehabilitator Extern (Seasonal)
Wildlife Center of Virginia
03.2017 - 06.2017
- Managed weighing, feeding, housing, exercise training, and enrichment for a variety of native species that included birds of prey, songbirds, foxes, squirrels, opossums, turtles, snakes, and black bears.
- Participated in daily education hour, which included labs and lectures.
Lead Baker and Chef
Shelley’s Bakery & Café/Blue Horse Bakery
10.2016 - 03.2017
- Prepared and cooked lunch daily in the small but popular café.
- Baked custom order cakes, cupcakes, and cookies.
- The ownership, and thus the name, changed while I was there.
Birds of Prey Trainer & Public Speaker (Seasonal)
World Bird Sanctuary & Stone Zoo
04.2016 - 09.2016
- Trained birds of prey for specific tasks so as to lead three daily educational shows to the public. The birds had all been previously rehabilitated from suffering an injury or from being orphaned.
- Managed weighing, feeding, clealiness, and daily enrichment needs for the birds’ well-being.
Spanish Teacher
Woden High School - WISD
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Taught levels Spanish I and II at the high school level.
- Co-created the Spanish Club and Environmental Science Club with my students. Both clubs planned and organized events to better their relationship and understanding of each other and the local community.
- Lead teacher for UIL Poetry and Prose.
Counselor’s Secretary
Nacogdoches High School - NISD
08.2012 - 12.2012
- Performed filing, recordkeeping and other related clerical tasks for the students (and their parents), who sought school counseling.
- Translated for Counselors and Principals.
- Exercised judgment and tact in dealing students, families, and other employees as sensitive dynamics that are particular to school offices arose (oftentimes that's where family dynamics appear).
Substitute Teacher
Nacogdoches ISD
01.2010 - 05.2012
- Did my absolute best as an early twenty-year old to manage and instruct classes of students of every grade.
Trip Leader
Stephen F. Austin State University
07.2009 - 07.2011
- Co-led SFA students and faculty on outdoor adventure trips, which not only required an abundance of hard skills but required me to attune to clients' physical and emotional needs (within reason) as they bravely attempted a new outdoor, social activity.
- Planned Outdoor Pursuits Trip fiscal budgets.
- Planned, coordinated, and executed with the Outdoor Pursuits team intercollegiate campus events: rock wall competitions, challenge course teamwork, adventure races, and the university's annual community-wide Earth Day event.
Camp Counselor
Camp Redcloud: Christian Mountain Adventures
06.2007 - 08.2007
- Led youth and young adults in a variety of outdoor activities such as mountain biking, rappelling, backpacking, canoeing, and ropes course.
- Served as a Christian mentor to adolescent girls when I was only a girl myself.
Education
Master of Arts - Psychology
The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology
Seattle, WA06-2027
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX12-2010
Skills
- Intermediate Spanish speaker, writer, and reader
- Inquiry-based learning
- Innovative and creative lesson planning
- Parent and teacher conferences
- Effective and attuned listening
- Excellent classroom management
Timeline
Spanish & Omnibus Teacher
Regents Academy
08.2018 - 06.2023
Sea Kayak/Raft Guide
OARS
06.2018 - 08.2018
E-Commerce Specialist
Twigs & Tin
08.2017 - 04.2018
Wildlife Rehabilitator Extern (Seasonal)
Wildlife Center of Virginia
03.2017 - 06.2017
Lead Baker and Chef
Shelley’s Bakery & Café/Blue Horse Bakery
10.2016 - 03.2017
Birds of Prey Trainer & Public Speaker (Seasonal)
World Bird Sanctuary & Stone Zoo
04.2016 - 09.2016
Spanish Teacher
Woden High School - WISD
01.2013 - 01.2016
Counselor’s Secretary
Nacogdoches High School - NISD
08.2012 - 12.2012
Substitute Teacher
Nacogdoches ISD
01.2010 - 05.2012
Trip Leader
Stephen F. Austin State University
07.2009 - 07.2011
Camp Counselor
Camp Redcloud: Christian Mountain Adventures
06.2007 - 08.2007
Master of Arts - Psychology
The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Stephen F. Austin State University
Interests
I have been an active adventurer and explorer, whether on foot, bike, bike, or boat, in the wild for all of my life but, due to the semi-recent development of chronic arthritic pain, I am having to adapt, which is its own process of grief. This has led me to intimately exploring the world of somatic therapy and the personal and cultural confusion around our bodies. In my free time, I love reading the classics, memoirs, and children's literature. Our humble home is where my greatest joy is. It is where my husband, pets, and garden reside. Beauty and simplicity are what I seek.