Lori Adams

Preschool Paraprofessional, Lead and Teacher Role

Box Elder County School District

01.2017 - 12.2024

Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
Created weekly newsletter to keep families informed about school activities.
Guided small group instruction to provide targeted support for students needing additional assistance or enrichment opportunities.
Participated actively in ongoing professional development workshops to enhance knowledge of best practices in early childhood education.
Documented student progress through timely observation notes, providing valuable information for parent-teacher conferences and report cards.
Served as a positive role model for students by consistently demonstrating patience, respectfulness, and enthusiasm towards learning experiences.
Utilized positive reinforcement strategies to encourage appropriate behavior and reinforce desired outcomes.
Promoted early literacy skills by integrating storytime sessions and phonics-based activities into daily lessons.
Assisted lead teacher in creating individualized lesson plans to accommodate diverse learning needs and abilities.
Facilitated smooth transitions between activities, minimizing downtime and keeping students engaged throughout the day.
Boosted student engagement with hands-on learning experiences, incorporating sensory play and creative art projects.
Enhanced preschoolers'' social skills by implementing collaborative group activities and encouraging positive interactions.
Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating genuine interest in their well-being and fostering a sense of trust and support.
Maintained open lines of communication with parents through regular updates on their child''s progress, challenges, and achievements.
Supported children''s emotional development through compassionate listening and empathetic communication strategies.
Implemented accommodations for students with special needs, collaborating closely with specialized staff members to ensure equal access to curriculum materials.
Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
Contributed to the development of a safe, nurturing environment by maintaining cleanliness standards and ensuring child safety measures were followed.
Prepared reports and maintained administrative records.
Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
Collaborated with instructors to develop engaging lesson plans.
Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.

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Work History

Preschool Paraprofessional, Lead and Teacher Role

Education

High School Diploma -

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Preschool Paraprofessional, Lead and Teacher Role

High School Diploma -

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