Lauren Ruokonen
Summary
Caring and competent Childcare Provider experienced in keeping kids safe while nurturing development with age-appropriate activities. Strong verbal and written communication skills, organized nature and proactive approach to solving problems and managing conflict.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Norwin School District
09.2023 - Current
- As a Paraprofessional in the Autistic Support Classroom, I work one on one with students to support their learning and personal care needs in the school setting.
School Age Child Care Director
Greensburg YMCA
10.2022 - 08.2023
- Responsible for overseeing daily operations of the Before & After School Program
- Responsible for planning and executing summer camp for approximately 60 school aged children
- Responded to emails and parental concerns in a timely manner
- Kept an accurate record of all staff trainings, clearances, and hiring documents.
Teacher
Kindercare Learning Centers
03.2020 - 10.2022
- Implemented developmentally appropriate practice and lesson plans within the classroom
- Communicated with parents daily to discuss their child's academic progress in the classroom.
Therapeutic Staff Support (TSS)
Children's Behavioral Health
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Worked individually with children in the home, community, and school settings to implement Applied Behavior Analysis interventions, as outlined in the Behavioral Treatment Plan
- Collaborated with Behavior Specialist, teachers, parents, and other caregivers
- Collected data on individualized behaviors
- Experience included working with children diagnosed with Autism, Down Syndrome, and other special needs.
Teacher
KinderCare Learning Center
05.2017 - 08.2018
- Responsible for the daily care of children ages 12-18 months
- Implemented Developmentally Appropriate Practice within the classroom
- Corresponded with parents and other caregivers on the progress and development of each child.
Education
Bachelor's - Child Development and Family Relations
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PA05.2017
High school or equivalent -
Greensburg Central Catholic High School
Greensburg, PA05.2013
Skills
- Childhood Development
- Organizational Skills
- Behavioral Therapy
- Psychology
- Experience with Children
- Autism Experience
- Teaching
- Toddler Care
- Curriculum Development
- Childcare
- Behavior Management
- Behavioral Health
- Management
- Classroom experience
- Special education
- Experience working with students
- Preschool experience
- Childhood development
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Norwin School District
09.2023 - Current
School Age Child Care Director
Greensburg YMCA
10.2022 - 08.2023
Teacher
Kindercare Learning Centers
03.2020 - 10.2022
Therapeutic Staff Support (TSS)
Children's Behavioral Health
08.2018 - 08.2019
Teacher
KinderCare Learning Center
05.2017 - 08.2018
Bachelor's - Child Development and Family Relations
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
High school or equivalent -
Greensburg Central Catholic High School