Lauren Phillips
Kingwood,TX
Summary
Child Development Specialist with seven years of experience in supporting children with behavioral, mental, and developmental challenges. Proven ability to enhance student engagement and academic performance through tailored lesson plans and effective classroom management. Expertise in curriculum development and educational technology integration, fostering dynamic learning environments. Committed to continuous skill-building and monitoring academic progress to promote student growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
4th Grade Teacher
Francis Elementary
Humble, TX
08.2022 - 05.2025
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
Assistant Director of Operations
Dimples Childcare & Learning Center
Houston, TX
05.2019 - 08.2022
- Set goals and expectations for direct reports using performance review process, holding staff accountable.
- Developed and maintained client relationships to grow business and improve account retention.
- Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Updated rules, safety and behavioral guidelines and disciplinary protocols to clarify and share with students.
- Responded to classroom emergencies and helped handle medical, emotional and behavioral concerns.
- Trained childcare providers in instructional approaches to help young children develop foundational learning concepts.
Lead Behavioral Therapist
Spectacular Kids Aba Therapy & Consulting
Houston, TX
01.2018 - 05.2019
- Taught and helped children develop new verbal, communication and social skills necessary for living healthy lifestyles.
- Conducted and wrote psychological evaluations to determine clients' current intellectual functioning and behavioral progress.
- Collected, recorded and summarized data on client behavior and assisted family with applying treatment and behavior reduction protocols.
- Developed individual educational plans designed to promote educational, physical and social development.
- Collaborated with other educational personnel to provide inclusive activities or programs for children with disabilities.
Resident Assistant
Stephen F Austin Univiersity
Nacogodoches , TX
07.2015 - 12.2017
- Managed administrative tasks, maintenance requests, room change process and incident reports.
- Served as positive role model for diverse group of individuals.
- Responded and assisted with diverse needs of residents on wing.
- Assisted with resolving student conflicts and disputes.
- Devised various activities for social, educational and recreational resident programs.
- Maintained student safety by enforcing compliance with campus rules.
- Communicated with families or advocates to discuss resident needs and progress.
Counselor
Ymca Of Greater Houston
Houston , TX
01.2014 - 12.2014
- Monitored behavior in individual and group sessions and intervened when necessary.
- Worked with interdisciplinary team to develop individualized treatment interventions.
- Documented patient progress through counseling and interaction.
- Acted as client advocate to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.
- Assigned group or family sessions to assist with modifying problem behaviors.
- Partnered with teachers to outline therapy goals and monitor progress against objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Child Development
Stephen F Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX12.2017
Skills
- Child Safety
- Child Care
- Lesson Planning
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Instructional Exhibits and Displays
- Problem Solving
- Computer Proficiency
- Experience with Diverse Student Populations
- Educational Materials Development
- Supervising Classroom Activities
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Teacher and Administrator Collaboration
- Classroom management
- Curriculum development
- Student engagement
- Collaborative planning
- Parent communication
- Testing and grading
- Growth mindset
Affiliations
- Cheer Coach at Francis Elementary 2023-2025
Timeline
4th Grade Teacher
Francis Elementary
08.2022 - 05.2025
Assistant Director of Operations
Dimples Childcare & Learning Center
05.2019 - 08.2022
Lead Behavioral Therapist
Spectacular Kids Aba Therapy & Consulting
01.2018 - 05.2019
Resident Assistant
Stephen F Austin Univiersity
07.2015 - 12.2017
Counselor
Ymca Of Greater Houston
01.2014 - 12.2014
Bachelor of Science - Child Development
Stephen F Austin State University
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