Lauri Koons
Winlock,wa
Summary
Dedicated educator with strengths in lesson planning, classroom management, and behavior management. Committed to fostering positive learning environments and enhancing student success. Adaptable professional with extensive experience in creating engaging lesson plans and fostering collaboration among educators. Proven ability to implement behavior management strategies that promote a positive classroom atmosphere. Enthusiastic educator known for strong classroom management and commitment to student success. Experienced in developing tailored lesson plans and cultivating relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to support diverse learning needs.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Summer School Program
Mrs. Charlton
Winlock, Washington
06.2011 - 08.2025
- Assisted teachers in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities.
- Collaborated with educators to adapt materials for diverse learning styles.
- Monitored student behavior and maintained a positive learning environment.
- Organized classroom resources and maintained an orderly environment.
- Created a welcoming atmosphere by introducing new students to the program.
- Attended professional development sessions related to summer school programming.
- Helped supervise Feild trips
TTK Para
Ashlie Auckland
Winlock, Washington
09.2022 - 06.2025
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed in the classroom environment.
- Attended professional development workshops related to job responsibilities.
- Planned and led activities to develop students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Provided technical assistance to teachers when using new software or technology tools.
- I was in charge of recess for all grades. Helped provide recess training to staff and 5th grade
Community / Migrant Preschool Teacher
Mr. Calder
Winlock, Washington
09.2018 - 06.2023
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans for diverse preschool students.
- Facilitated daily activities that promoted social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's individual learning needs and progress.
- Maintained a safe and nurturing classroom environment for all children.
- Coordinated with fellow teachers to create a cohesive curriculum across classrooms.
- Organized special events and activities that enhanced community involvement in education.
- Observed and assessed student behavior to tailor teaching strategies effectively.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians by regularly communicating student progress.
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
- Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
- Incorporated music, art, games, books, blocks, puzzles into daily instruction.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated creative teaching techniques.
- Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.
- Met with parents to discuss child behavior and academic progress.
- Maintained records of attendance, grades, health concerns, and other relevant information about the children in my care.
- Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
- Administered assessments throughout the year to gauge student understanding of content material.
- Integrated multicultural themes into instruction plans to foster respect for diversity among students.
Eacap Preschool Para
Mr. Calder
09.2015 - 06.2018
- Supported children with personal needs, including meals and hygiene routines.
- Monitored child behavior and communicated concerns to lead teacher.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching strategies.
- Assisted with or led story time by reading books to children.
- Arranged classroom furniture and learning materials to keep areas neat.
- Maintained clean, well-kept classroom to encourage children to create, explore and play with confidence.
- Helped prepare preschool-aged children for future education by working with groups and individuals in classroom environments.
- Planned and supervised games and other recreational activities for students.
- Attended in-services, workshops and seminars.
Afterschool Program Para
Mrs. Charlton
Winlock, Washington
09.2011 - 09.2015
- Led STEM program initiatives to enhance student engagement in science and technology.
- Developed curriculum materials aligned with educational standards and industry practices.
- Coordinated workshops and events to promote STEM education and community involvement.
- Instruct entire class and small groups with Science projects etc.
- Help keep a safe and friendly environment
- Helped with clean up and set up
One-on-One Sped Paraprofessional
Jim Swan
Winlock, Washington
09.2010 - 09.2015
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Assisted teachers in implementing individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Supported students during classroom activities to enhance learning experiences.
- Collaborated with educators to develop engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learners.
- Monitored student behavior and provided guidance to ensure a positive learning environment.
- Organized classroom materials and resources for effective instructional delivery.
- Observed individual student performance in order to identify areas of strength or weakness within a subject area or task level.
- Assisted in creating IEPs based on assessment results and input from teachers and parents.
- Escorted students to restroom cafeteria, outside to playground, and on field trips.
- Worked with grades kindergarten to 5th grade
Education
Winlock High School
Winlock, WASkills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Behavior management
- Curriculum development
- Student assessment
- Child development
- Team building
- Leadership
- Parent communication
- Team collaboration
Affiliations
Helped Plan community events such as reading and math night. Christmas concerts and Halloween parties.
Timeline
TTK Para
Ashlie Auckland
09.2022 - 06.2025
Community / Migrant Preschool Teacher
Mr. Calder
09.2018 - 06.2023
Eacap Preschool Para
Mr. Calder
09.2015 - 06.2018
Afterschool Program Para
Mrs. Charlton
09.2011 - 09.2015
Summer School Program
Mrs. Charlton
06.2011 - 08.2025
One-on-One Sped Paraprofessional
Jim Swan
09.2010 - 09.2015
Winlock High School
Similar Profiles
ERICA KRESCOERICA KRESCO
Special Education Paraprofessional at Charlton Middle SchoolSpecial Education Paraprofessional at Charlton Middle School
Toriqul MozumderToriqul Mozumder
Trainer and Assessor at Charlton BrownTrainer and Assessor at Charlton Brown
Ashley RichterAshley Richter
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department at Methodist Charlton Medical CenterRegistered Nurse, Emergency Department at Methodist Charlton Medical Center
Mindi BairdMindi Baird
Assistant City Clerk at City of WinlockAssistant City Clerk at City of Winlock
Grace JamesGrace James
Farm Hand at Britton FromeFarm Hand at Britton Frome