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Lauren Wilber

South Berwick,Me.

Summary

Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths. Motivated paraprofessional offers lesson reinforcement, student supervision and report creation expertise paired with outstanding communication and multitasking abilities. Responsible and versatile professional with several years of experience delivering specialized educational assistance to students and teachers. Recognized for attentiveness to physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of each student.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Prep Cook/Cashier

Berwick Academy/Sage Dining Inc.
South Berwick, Maine
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Prepared ingredients for use in cooking, such as washing, peeling, cutting and slicing vegetables.
  • Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to ensure food safety standards.
  • Followed recipes to prepare meals according to customer specifications.
  • Checked freshness of food and ingredients prior to use.
  • Stocked kitchen with necessary supplies, including food items and utensils.
  • Organized walk-in coolers and freezers according to established guidelines.
  • Assisted in serving meals to customers as needed.

Administrative Assistant

Balanced Health Care
Dover, Nh.
12.2006 - 01.2010
  • Administrative duties, answering phone lines and data entry
  • Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
  • Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies.
  • Coordinated mailings including sorting mail, preparing packages for shipping via courier service or postal service.
  • Entered data into spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel or other similar programs.
  • Handled incoming and outgoing correspondence, including email, mail, and package deliveries, ensuring timely distribution.

Administrative Assistant

Bragdon Real Estate
York, Me.
05.2003 - 11.2006
  • Administrative duties, answering multiple phone line, creating advertisement for properties in newspapers, data entry
  • Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
  • Greeted visitors in a professional manner, responding to inquiries and directing them to appropriate personnel.
  • Composed letters, memos, reports, emails, presentations and other written correspondence as required by management staff.
  • Managed incoming calls while providing information or transferring callers to appropriate personnel.
  • Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies.
  • Ensured efficient operation of office equipment such as printers, copiers and fax machines.
  • Coordinated mailings including sorting mail, preparing packages for shipping via courier service or postal service.
  • Entered data into spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel or other similar programs.

Baker

Sweet Winnies
York, Me.
06.2001 - 10.2003
  • Worked independently as a baker, prepared homemade pies and cakes, distributed product to local restaurant
  • Operated ovens and other equipment to bake products according to established recipes.
  • Provided customer service by answering questions about menu items or taking orders from customers.
  • Stocked shelves with freshly baked goods throughout the day as needed.
  • Adhered to company policies regarding storage, handling and preparation of food items.
  • Measured, mixed and prepped raw materials according to company specifications and recipes.
  • Packaged and labeled baked goods with accurate descriptions and ingredients.
  • Oversaw baking and cooking training to assist new staff members in professional development.

Paraprofessional

Portsmouth Middle School
Portsmouth, Nh.
09.1999 - 06.2001
  • Responsible for shadowing children with academic and behavioral disabilities
  • Assisted teachers with planning and preparing lessons for students.
  • Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
  • Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
  • Collaborated with special education staff to develop Individualized Education Plans.
  • Monitored student attendance records and reported any discrepancies to appropriate personnel.
  • Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
  • Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
  • Observed students to help teachers identify potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.

Prep cook

The Lobster Barn
York, Me.
06.1988 - 08.1996
  • Worked independently as a prep cook preparing various food items, responsible for opening a restaurant for kitchen morning prep and preparing all food duties required for a successful day, worked with ovens, stovetops and various kitchen equipment, followed all food safety handling guidelines

Teacher for before and after school care

Community Child Care Center
Portsmouth, Nh.
09.1996
  • Coordinating enrichment based activities for school age children, responsible for managing the program while working inside the school department
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
  • Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
  • Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
  • Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
  • Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
  • Supervised after school activities such as clubs or sports teams.
  • Prepared weekly newsletters for parents outlining upcoming assignments or events at school.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
  • Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.

Education

Bachelors in Human Services/Liberal Arts -

Mount Ida College1
Newton, Mass
05.1996

Skills


  • Utilizing a positive attitude
  • Great attention to detail and organization
  • Previous experience in the food industry, office support and school system
  • Stock Rotation
  • Customer Service
  • Food Preparation
  • Inventory Stocking
  • Special Education Support
  • Educational assistance
  • Classroom support
  • Small Group and Individual Assistance
  • Behavior Management
  • Teacher Support and Collaboration

References

  • Cindy Furbish, Assistant Director Kittery Adult Education, 207 439-5896, cfurbish@kitteryschools.com
  • Casandra Davidson, Gravestone Rubbing Supplies, small business owner, 800 564-4310, bchernack@gwi.net

Timeline

Prep Cook/Cashier

Berwick Academy/Sage Dining Inc.
08.2023 - 05.2024

Administrative Assistant

Balanced Health Care
12.2006 - 01.2010

Administrative Assistant

Bragdon Real Estate
05.2003 - 11.2006

Baker

Sweet Winnies
06.2001 - 10.2003

Paraprofessional

Portsmouth Middle School
09.1999 - 06.2001

Teacher for before and after school care

Community Child Care Center
09.1996

Prep cook

The Lobster Barn
06.1988 - 08.1996

Bachelors in Human Services/Liberal Arts -

Mount Ida College1

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