Lauren Millman
Goodview,VA
Summary
Compassionate and adaptable educator with a focus on creating positive, inclusive classroom environments. Expertise in instructional support and monitoring student progress drives meaningful growth and development for students with learning disabilities.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Bedford County Public Schools
Goodview, VA
08.2018 - Current
- Supported students with individualized education plans, fostering engagement and participation in classroom activities.
- Collaborated with teachers, speech, occupational, physical therapists to reinforce student goals.
- Assisted in developing and modifying teaching materials to enhance accessibility for students with disabilities.
- Monitored and documented student progress,behavior, and performance to assist with IEP reporting.
- Helped feeding and daily living skills to support physical and emotional well-being.
- Maintained classroom equipment and work area to promote safe learning environment and meet mandated requirements.
- provided one-on-one small group instructional support to students with diverse learning, developmental and behavioral needs.
- Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
- Utilized assistive technology tools strategically in order to facilitate increased independence among students with diverse learning needs.
Lead Daycare Teacher
Children's Castle Early Learning Center
Roanoke, VA
02.2008 - 08.2018
- Developed and implemented age appropriate curriculum to support cognitive, social, and emotional development.
- Led daily classroom activities, including structured learning, playtime, and rest periods.
- Oversaw classroom operations, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for children.
- Mentored and trained new teachers on effective teaching strategies and classroom management.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's developmental needs and establish strong communication channels.
- Ensured compliance with state licensing regulations and health/safety standards.
Customer Service Representative
Kroger
Roanoke, VA
04.2005 - 01.2008
- Resolved customer inquiries efficiently, enhancing overall satisfaction levels.
- Managed product returns and exchanges, ensuring compliance with store policies.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline checkout processes and reduce wait times.
- Trained new staff in customer service protocols and operational procedures.
- Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
- Resolved customer complaints and concerns in a professional timely manner.
- Operated cash registers, handled cash/credit transactions, and issued receipts accurately.
Education
High School Diploma -
William Byrd High School
Roanoke, VA05-2007
Skills
- IEP compliance
- Teacher assistance
- Learning disabilities support
- Classroom organization
- Progress monitoring
- Verbal and written communication
- Instructional support
- Nonverbal communication
- Autism and spectrum disorders
- Special needs
- Feeding assistance
- Physical disabilities support
- Visual schedules
- Adaptive equipment
- IEP implementation
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Bedford County Public Schools
08.2018 - Current
Lead Daycare Teacher
Children's Castle Early Learning Center
02.2008 - 08.2018
Customer Service Representative
Kroger
04.2005 - 01.2008
High School Diploma -
William Byrd High School