Robin Lapcinski
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Compassionate early childhood education professional highly productive in creating engaging, educational environments that allow young learners to thrive. Skilled in developing age-appropriate curricula, implementing inclusive classroom management strategies, and fostering emotional intelligence in preschoolers. Excel at communication, patience, and empathy, ensuring effective interaction with children, parents, and colleagues for optimal learning outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Nutrition Assistant
Champlin Park High School
Champlin, Minnesota
10.2024 - Current
- Helped prepare nutritious meals according to approved menus while adhering to established recipes and portion control standards.
- Set up cafeteria serving lines for breakfast and lunch.
- Cleaned work surfaces, utensils, equipment, floors, walls and other areas of the kitchen facility as necessary.
- Assisted with the preparation of food for meals and snacks in accordance with health department regulations.
- Maintained proper portions on plates and coordinated food service.
- Stocked cupboards and refrigerators and tended salad bars and buffet meals.
Preschool Assistant Instructor
Anoka Hennepin School District
Anoka, Minnesota
12.2019 - 10.2023
- Observed each child's performance on an ongoing basis and documented progress.
- Monitored student behavior while providing a safe learning environment.
- Provided individualized attention to students with special needs or behavioral issues.
- Assisted in developing and implementing age-appropriate activities to engage children in learning.
- Supported the lead teacher by helping prepare materials for instruction or assessments.
- Implemented strategies for conflict resolution between students as needed.
- Assisted teachers in preparing materials for lessons and projects.
- Supported lead teacher with daily classroom activities.
- Instructed and assisted students during craft activities.
- Organized classroom spaces to meet students' learning needs and smoothly manage planned activities.
- Planned and supervised games and other recreational activities for students.
- Created a positive learning environment by establishing open communication with students, parents and colleagues.
Recess Paraprofessional
Oxbow Creek Elementary
Champlin, Minnesota
10.2016 - 01.2018
- Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills.
- Encouraged a dynamic and pleasant educational environment by promoting both gentle discipline.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to teachers.
- Assisted the classroom teacher in supervising indoor and outdoor play.
- Organized and guided activities for students at recess.
- Observed individual behaviors, suspect actions, and reported issues to supervisory staff.
- Supervised students and maintained security throughout the school buildings.
Education
Cosmetology License -
Regency Beauty Academy
Blaine03-1993
High School Diploma -
Edison High School
Minneapolis, MN05-1992
Skills
- Positive learning environment
- Child development
- Team collaboration
- Professional development
- Safety and supervision
- Teaching strategies
- Special education support
- Small group instruction
Timeline
Child Nutrition Assistant
Champlin Park High School
10.2024 - Current
Preschool Assistant Instructor
Anoka Hennepin School District
12.2019 - 10.2023
Recess Paraprofessional
Oxbow Creek Elementary
10.2016 - 01.2018
Cosmetology License -
Regency Beauty Academy
High School Diploma -
Edison High School
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