Dedicated and experienced professional seeking to provide exceptional assistance and deliver high-quality work to effectively support the administrators of the organization. Committed to utilizing skills and expertise to better serve the team and strive for a higher level of responsibility. Eager to expand professional leadership abilities and enhance customer service qualities for the benefit of the organization.
Hi, I’m
Lauren M. Craft
Rome,GA
Summary
Overview
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Reach for the Stars of Cave Spring
Teacher
04.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
TJX Companies
Sales Associate
06.2019 - 11.2020
Job overview
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Assist loss prevention officers with identifying and detouring shoplifters by giving them good customer service.
AN APPLE A DAY-SARASOTA COUNTY, FL.
CO-TEACHER
04.2018 - 04.2020
Job overview
- Assist in implementing lesson plans and having children’s specific goals met
- Oversee children during nap time, mealtime and on the playground as well as toileting and changing
- Helping children cope with BIG emotions
- Assist with fun activities as well such as bubbles, dance, science and stem activities, and sensory play
- The Reggio Emilia approach learning curriculum was in place in this school
FOUNDATION FOR DREAMS
CAMP COUNSELOR AND ACTIVITIES ASSISTANT
01.2010 - 01.2018
Job overview
- Assisted with the daily activities of living for special needs children at a24/5 respite care camp, prep for specific events around camp, crafts, physical education, and provide care for children with special needs which included; Down Syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy, wheelchair dependent, and deaf children
- Assist the Program Director and conduct various activities
SARASOTA COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD
TEACHER'S AIDE
10.2015 - 04.2017
Job overview
- Assist lead teacher in planning, designing and implementing curriculum
- Assist students with carrying out classroom activities and classroom duties, assist students in social skills and development, assist teachers with clerical/correspondence work
- Provide support in imparting instructions or managing behavior of students inside and outside the classroom
Custom Catering
Food Prep. And Serving
01.2012 - 01.2017
Job overview
- Cook and prepare large amounts of food for parties, galas, weddings and special events
- Work with a caterer preparing dishes and meals to serve all at once
- Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
- Provided excellent service under high-pressure situations, ensuring smooth event operations.
- Served appetizers, delivered entrees, and refilled beverages for banquet guests.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective teamwork and collaboration among staff members.
- Prepared tables by laying out napkins and utensils, refilling condiments and performing other preliminary tasks.
- Greeted customers and answered inquiries regarding menu items and specials.
DR. KEYE WONG
10.2013 - 04.2015
Job overview
- Medical scribe, physician assistant, job duties include, but not limited to: Administer and prep patients for eye injections, enter and maintain patient charts through electronic databases
TJMAXX
SALES ASSOCIATE
09.2012 - 10.2013
Job overview
- Cashier, fitting room, floor sets, customer service
SARASOTA SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS
STUDENT POLL WORKER
01.2012 - 11.2012
Job overview
- PROVIDE VOTERS WITH INFORMATION TO MAKE SURE DIRECTED TO THEIR PRECINCT DURING PRIMARY AND GENERAL ELECTIONS
- POLL WORKER:
- Supported election officials with setting up polling equipment and preparing the voting area for a smooth election day.
- Streamlined registration process for new voters, providing necessary forms and guidance to ensure accurate information was collected.
- Aided first-time voters with understanding the voting process, ensuring they felt confident in casting their ballot.
- Collaborated with fellow poll workers to manage high influxes of voters effectively and maintain an organized workflow.
SARASOTA BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
ASSISTANT COUNSELOR
06.2012 - 08.2012
Job overview
- Assist with organizing and implementing daily events and activities for children; sincerity and care when working with children of special needs in an after school care environment
- Parks and Recreation – Oak Park school
Education
Sarasota High School
Graduate
University Overview
Florida State CollegeJacksonville, FL
from CNA
University Overview
Skills
- PERSONAL COMPUTER AND BASIC OFFICE EQUIPMENT, BASIC SIGN LANGUAGE, FIRST AID, CPR TRAINING, AED TRAINING, CUSTOMER SERVICE, PARAPROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION BY THE SCHOOL BOARD OF SARASOTA COUNTY
Timeline
Teacher
Reach for the Stars of Cave Spring
04.2024 - Current
Sales Associate
TJX Companies
06.2019 - 11.2020
CO-TEACHER
AN APPLE A DAY-SARASOTA COUNTY, FL.
04.2018 - 04.2020
TEACHER'S AIDE
SARASOTA COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD
10.2015 - 04.2017
DR. KEYE WONG
10.2013 - 04.2015
SALES ASSOCIATE
TJMAXX
09.2012 - 10.2013
ASSISTANT COUNSELOR
SARASOTA BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
06.2012 - 08.2012
Food Prep. And Serving
Custom Catering
01.2012 - 01.2017
STUDENT POLL WORKER
SARASOTA SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS
01.2012 - 11.2012
CAMP COUNSELOR AND ACTIVITIES ASSISTANT
FOUNDATION FOR DREAMS
01.2010 - 01.2018
Sarasota High School
Graduate
Florida State College
from CNA
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