Lauren Reynoso
Beverly Hills,CA
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Second Grade Lead Teacher
St. James' Episcopal School
08.2020 - Current
- Collaborate with partnered Second Grade Lead Teacher on classroom policies, teaching strategies, curriculum, and social-emotional learning within the same classroom
- Plan lessons according to school standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests
- Implement Responsive Classroom, RULER, project-based approach to teaching
- Promote exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities
- Teach lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading, and listening
- Equity Committee Team Member implementing diversity and inclusion lessons in the classroom
Interim Second Grade Lead Teacher
St. James' Episcopal School
02.2020 - 04.2020
- Followed classroom plans left by the class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts
- Took over second grade class for three months, managing all classroom assignments, student needs, family conferences, and recordkeeping
- Administered assessments with strict requirements and documented information in permanent records
- Lead a virtual classroom during COVID-19
- Diversified classroom instruction and group activities to successfully support students with unique strengths and learning styles
Second Grade Associate Teacher
St. James' Episcopal School
10.2019 - 02.2020
- Spent each day in the classroom, working with students, collaborating with the Lead Teacher in carrying out learning expectations, teaching lessons, and reflecting upon practices
- Prepared units of study including the preparation of lesson plans and the sharing of ideas during team planning
- Participated in all student conferences including all family conferences
- Supervised lunch, recess, and carpool duties as scheduled each day
- Assumed and equally shared the general housekeeping tasks: Organizing materials, bulletin boards, setting up learning centers, photocopying
- Assume an equal share of responsibility for the ordered arrangement, appearance, decor, safety and learning environment of the classroom
Second Grade Classroom Assistant
St. James' Episcopal School
01.2017 - 10.2019
- Instructed up to 22 students individually and in groups
- Assisted Second Grade Lead Teacher with lesson materials, bulletin board displays, and demonstrations
- Adapt teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
- Work with other teachers and administrators to evaluate and revise elementary school programs
- Mentored and guided by Second Grade Lead Teacher and administrators to become an elementary school teacher at St. James Episcopal School
Play Facilitator and Art Assistant
St. James' Episcopal School
09.2016 - 01.2017
- Facilitate and engage students (grades K-6) in activities, sports, and games during recess, lunch, and after school
Boarding Supervisor
Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy
08.2013 - 05.2016
- Oversaw daily operations of the boarding facility with 61 female students (ages 13-18) from the United States, Mexico, China, Malaysia, Taiwan, Thailand, Singapore, South Korea, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Russia and Mongolia
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Visual and Performing Arts
California State University San Marcos
San Marcos, CAMaster of Education - STEAM Specialization
University of San Diego
San Diego, CA12-2025
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Safe learning environment
- Classroom management
- Behavior modeling
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Student engagement
- Peer support ethics
- Community engagement
- Training and mentoring
Certification
CITI Program – Human Subjects Research Certification
Completed: May 2025
Modules: Human Subjects Research - SBR, Social & Behavioral Research - Basic/Refresher, 1 - Basic Course
Timeline
Second Grade Lead Teacher
St. James' Episcopal School
08.2020 - Current
Interim Second Grade Lead Teacher
St. James' Episcopal School
02.2020 - 04.2020
Second Grade Associate Teacher
St. James' Episcopal School
10.2019 - 02.2020
Second Grade Classroom Assistant
St. James' Episcopal School
01.2017 - 10.2019
Play Facilitator and Art Assistant
St. James' Episcopal School
09.2016 - 01.2017
Boarding Supervisor
Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy
08.2013 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Visual and Performing Arts
California State University San Marcos
Master of Education - STEAM Specialization
University of San Diego