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Sonja Lawrence

Cottonwood,CA

Summary

I am a dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with skills eager to successfully complete family worker position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects to help teacher and families get the help that is needed.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Teacher

Shasta Head Start Child Development
06.2015 - 02.2019
  • Developed students'' critical thinking skills by incorporating problem-solving activities in the curriculum.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
  • Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction techniques, accommodating the unique needs of each learner and promoting academic growth.
  • Increased parent involvement through regular communication and conferences, resulting in stronger support for student success.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
  • Designed comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.

Substitute Teacher

Shasta Head Start Child Development
09.2010 - 02.2011

To fill in for teachers who were not able to work that day or cover for centers that were currently looking for teachers, I worked at the Weaverville center for 3 months straight before subbing in other centers before I had to leave due to child care.

Associate Teacher

Shasta Head Start Child Development
02.2006 - 08.2008
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Increased parent involvement through regular communication and conferences, resulting in stronger support for student success.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
  • Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.

Classroom Aide

Shasta Head Start Child Development
08.2005 - 02.2006

To assist the teachers with setting up activities and clean up after. cleaning tables and setting the tables for breakfast and lunch. Check the safety of the playground before children play on the equipment, and set up outside activities before the children come outside. Assist the teacher with any behavioral situations during carpet and activity times.

  • Cleaned and maintained classroom space to promote environment conducive to students' success.
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
  • Cleaned and organized art supplies and related materials.
  • Counted children when lined up for various activities.
  • Promoted a positive classroom environment by fostering strong relationships with students and addressing behavioral issues promptly.

Education

Associate of Science - Human Development

Shasta College
Redding, CA
05.2016

Skills

  • Oral communication
  • Progress Reporting
  • Activity Planning
  • Safety Protocols
  • Creative Instruction Style
  • Student Support
  • Excited to learn new things
  • Service planning

Timeline

Associate Teacher

Shasta Head Start Child Development
06.2015 - 02.2019

Substitute Teacher

Shasta Head Start Child Development
09.2010 - 02.2011

Associate Teacher

Shasta Head Start Child Development
02.2006 - 08.2008

Classroom Aide

Shasta Head Start Child Development
08.2005 - 02.2006

Associate of Science - Human Development

Shasta College
Sonja Lawrence