Lauren Leonard
Bridgewater,NJ
Summary
Calm and patient individual with a strong background in behavior management and team collaboration. Known for maintaining a safe, supportive environment, contributing to student success and engagement in educational activities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Teachers Assistant
Flemington school District
Flemington, New Jersey
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Supported teachers in classroom management and lesson preparation to enhance student engagement.
- Supported students with individual learning needs and academic tasks.
- Oversaw student behavior during lunch, recess, and transitions to ensure safety and smooth operations.
- Collaborated with staff to implement educational activities and programs.
- Maintained a safe and positive learning environment for all students.
- Oversaw children's activities during playtime and participated with children in activities.
- Fostered a positive educational environment by applying gentle discipline techniques and encouraging student growth.
- Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
After school Program
Rutgers Preparatory School
Somerset, NJ
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Executed daily tasks with attention to detail, ensuring smooth program operations.
- Supervised children's activities to ensure safety and engagement in learning.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to promote positive interactions among students.
- Supported students with homework and learning activities.
- Monitored student activities to ensure safety and engagement., maintaining safety and fostering a positive learning atmosphere.
Assistant director of after school program
Besttime Llc
Bridgewater, New Jersey
09.2012 - 06.2018
- Assisted students with homework and academic projects during after-school hours.
- Supervised children's activities to ensure safety and engagement in learning.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to promote positive interactions among students.
- Provided assistance with homework assignments and other educational activities as needed.
- Encouraged social interactions between students from different backgrounds or cultures.
- Assisted with the organization of special events such as field trips, holiday parties, and fundraisers.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed during activities.
- Communicated regularly with parents about student progress with parents about their child's progress and behavior at school.
Cafeteria Assistant
Bridgewater Raritan school district
Bridgewater, Nj
09.2016 - 06.2017
- Supervised students during lunch, ensuring a safe and orderly environment
- Enforced rules to promote respectful behavior and safety among students
- Assisted in office tasks post-lunch, supporting administrative operations
Education
Bridgewater Raritan High School
Bridgewater, NjEarly Childhood Education
Raritan Valley Community College
Branchburg , NjSkills
- Classroom management
- Behavior management
- Maintaining safe environments
- Positive reinforcement techniques
- Team collaboration
- Calm and patient demeanor
References
Jamie Ritter 732-921-4931
Melissa Digregorio 732-522-2954
Timeline
Teachers Assistant
Flemington school District
02.2023 - 06.2023
After school Program
Rutgers Preparatory School
09.2022 - 12.2022
Cafeteria Assistant
Bridgewater Raritan school district
09.2016 - 06.2017
Assistant director of after school program
Besttime Llc
09.2012 - 06.2018
Bridgewater Raritan High School
Early Childhood Education
Raritan Valley Community College