Lori Bachrach
Island Lake,IL
Summary
Dynamic administrative professional with a proven track record at Exceptional Learners Collaborative, excelling in supporting school administrators, staff, and students in a fast paced educational environment. Skilled in office management, scheduling, student record management, and communication with parents and faculty. Known for maintaining confidentiality, improving office efficiency, and creating a welcoming and professional front office for the school community.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Assistant
Exceptional Learners Collaborative
Vernon Hills, IL
06.2025 - Current
- Manage front office operations and greet students, parents and visitors.
- Coordinated schedules for staff meetings, appointments and school events.
- Manage student enrollment, attendance, paperwork and student registration.
- Maintained confidential student records, ensuring accuracy and accessibility for authorized personnel.
- Assisted in budget management tasks related to special education programs, promoting fiscal responsibility within the department.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for special education students, ensuring timely arrivals and departures to/from school activities.
Paraprofessional Educator/Summer School Admin Asst
Hawthorn School District 73
Vernon, IL
09.2014 - 06.2025
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Contributed to a positive classroom culture by establishing strong relationships with students and maintaining open communication with families.
- Supported special needs students through one-on-one assistance, enabling them to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to develop interdisciplinary units, enriching students'' understanding of various subjects.
- Provided ongoing feedback to teachers regarding student progress, facilitating necessary adjustments to better support individual growth.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Promoted social-emotional development through the implementation of character education lessons and conflict resolution strategies.
- Assisted teachers in managing classroom behavior by enforcing rules and implementing positive reinforcement strategies.
Director and Owner
Quest for Knowledge Learning Center
Libertyville, IL
06.2005 - 07.2013
- Oversaw budget, marketing and curriculum development for school operations.
- Promoted professional growth of teachers and staff by implementing [Process] and providing guidance.
- Managed budget allocations effectively, ensuring optimal utilization of resources for maximum impact on student success.
- Strengthened teacher-student relationships by promoting positive discipline strategies and open communication.
- Oversaw day-to-day operations of the school, including staff supervision, facilities management, and budget oversight, ensuring a seamless educational experience for students.
- Cultivated a culture of academic excellence, setting high expectations for both staff and students.
- Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
- Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
- Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Recreation Administration
Aurora University
Aurora, IL05.1992
Skills
Classroom management
Teacher collaboration
Writing support
Classroom organization
Student engagement
Positive reinforcement
Behavioral interventions
Parent communication
Teacher support
Accomplishments
- Coordinated scheduling, meetings and calendars for administrators, reducing scheduling conflicts and improving efficiency.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for parents, students, and staff.
- Assists with attendance tracking and reporting to support administrative and district requirements.
Timeline
Administrative Assistant
Exceptional Learners Collaborative
06.2025 - Current
Paraprofessional Educator/Summer School Admin Asst
Hawthorn School District 73
09.2014 - 06.2025
Director and Owner
Quest for Knowledge Learning Center
06.2005 - 07.2013
Bachelor of Science - Recreation Administration
Aurora University