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Lauren Bechtel

Largo,FL

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Title 1 Teacher

Catapult Learning
Largo, Florida
01.2024 - Current
  • Engaged parents and guardians in meaningful dialogue concerning their child's academic progress throughout the year.
  • Conducted small group activities to reinforce concepts taught during whole-group lessons.
  • Adapted curriculum materials based on individual student needs while maintaining high standards of quality instruction.
  • Facilitated small group instruction based on identified needs of students.
  • Implemented research-based instructional strategies that addressed the diverse cultural backgrounds of Title 1 students.
  • Incorporated technology into daily lessons to enhance engagement and foster critical thinking skills among Title 1 pupils.
  • Attended professional development workshops related to best practices in teaching Title 1 students.
  • Developed and implemented individualized learning plans for students with special needs.
  • Monitored student progress and assessed performance through a variety of methods including standardized tests.
  • Served as an advocate for Title 1 students within the school community.

Audit Intern

Defense Contract Audit Agency
St. Petersburg, FL
06.2023 - Current
  • Worked under supervision of auditors to develop working knowledge of company's audit approach, tools and methods.
  • Developed and coordinated trainings to help individuals learn company policies and procedures and job tasks.
  • Developed practical training programs to impart knowledge and improve individual skill sets.
  • Recorded Audio recordings of training programs to make internal company trainings more accessible.
  • Set up audit work paper files and developed client documentation request list.
  • Facilitated office workflow by assisting with administrative tasks and communicating with clients on auditors' behalf.
  • Supported auditors' risk assessments by providing insights and data derived from conducting research.
  • Analyzed balance sheets for mistakes and inaccuracies.
  • Wrote reports, authored papers and organized supporting documentation.

Teacher

Pinellas Preparatory Academy
Largo, FL
08.2020 - 06.2023
  • 7th Grade Civics Teacher (2022-2023), 7th Grade Team Lead Teacher
  • 6th Grade U.S. History Teacher (2021-2022)
  • 3rd Grade Teacher (2020-2021)
  • Take Stock in Children Mentor
  • Tutor 2nd and 3rd Grade
  • Analyzed student's past and current data.
  • Created reports for student learning based on data gathered.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
  • Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
  • Assisted fellow teachers with assignment development, special projects, tests, administrative updates and grading.
  • Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on student's academic performance.
  • Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
  • Worked with school administrators to develop classroom management policies for all grade levels.

Teacher

Indian Rocks Christian Schools
Largo, FL
07.2018 - 07.2020
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
  • Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
  • Assisted fellow teachers with assignment development, special projects, tests, administrative updates and grading.
  • Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.

Cashier

Publix
Largo, Florida
11.2014 - 07.2016
  • Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
  • Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

University of South Florida College of Education
Tampa, FL
05.2018

Associate of Arts - Education

St. Petersburg College
Clearwater, FL
05.2016

Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Teaching, Tutoring and Counseling
  • Communication
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Training and Development
  • Staff Development
  • Time Management
  • Analyzing Data
  • In depth knowledge of Microsoft

Certification

  • Licensed Teacher: 2019 - Present

License Number:

#1399966

License Type

5 Year Renewable Professional

Timeline

Title 1 Teacher

Catapult Learning
01.2024 - Current

Audit Intern

Defense Contract Audit Agency
06.2023 - Current

Teacher

Pinellas Preparatory Academy
08.2020 - 06.2023

Teacher

Indian Rocks Christian Schools
07.2018 - 07.2020

Cashier

Publix
11.2014 - 07.2016

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

University of South Florida College of Education

Associate of Arts - Education

St. Petersburg College
Lauren Bechtel