LAURA M. JEAN
Newark, NJ **106
adup7r@r.postjobfree.com
OBJECTIVE
Obtain a position where my experience can be utilized and become part of an environment full of success, growth and excellence.
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
YMCA of Greater New York – New York, NY August 2009 – February 2018
Teacher
Design unit plans and lessons aligned with Common Core State Standards in English and Spanish
Provide development assessment plans and discuss the developmental growth during parent teacher conferences
Communicate with specialists to create the appropriate early intervention plans according to a child’s needs
Prepare art projects and display completed pieces within the classroom
Provide a variety of activities to help students develop fine and gross motor skills
Encourage children to develop self-help and independent skills through modeling
Facilitate separation anxiety and help transition through potty training
Create developmentally appropriate activities to allow for children to express themselves easily
Adults and Children in Trust Preschool – New York, NY September 2009 – June 2012
Assistant Teacher
Assisted in setup of monthly classroom environment
Set up cooking and planting projects, oversaw and supervised preschoolers (Spanish speaking population)
Open Door Associates – New York, NY March 2004 – September 2006
Teacher’s Aide
Assisted with supervision of children and planned indoor/outdoor activities (Spanish speaking population)
Boys Harbor Inc – New York, NY June 2003 – March 2005
Teacher’s Aide
Assisted with lesson planning and daily activities
Provided daily reports and monthly observations of children (Spanish speaking population)
OTHER EXPERIENCES
Parks Department – New York, NY June 2005 – September 2005
Lifeguards, ski patrol, and other recreational protective service workers
Ensured safety and enjoyment of park users
Protected parks property and issued summons of park rules and regulations violation when necessary as well as detention or arrest of city and state laws violators
Disseminated information and education on park use, rules, regulations, and safety hazards.
CERTIFICATES
New York State Department of Education Assistant Teacher Certification
Child Abuse Prevention Certificate
SKILLS PROFILE
Computer: Microsoft Word and Excel
Language: Fluent in Spanish
EDUCATION
Touro College Bachelor’s Degree in Liberal Arts & Social Science New York, NY
NYACK College Currently obtaining Masters in Biblical Studies New York, NY
INTERESTS:
Community Service: Church activities, Homeless outreach and Love Kitchen/Pantry (Spanish speaking population).