Experienced Multilingual Learner Program Paraeducator
Resume:
Elba Sims
ML Reading Specialist
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August 1, 2026
To Whom It May Concern,
It is with the highest regard and enthusiasm that I write this letter of reference for Lauren Hunt. Lauren has worked alongside me as a paraeducator in our New Arrivals Program for the past 13 years. Over more than a decade of close collaboration, I have witnessed her dedication, impact, and rare selflessness. I can say with certainty that my own success as an educator in this program would not have been possible without her partnership.
The New Arrivals program serves Multilingual Learners (MLs) who are navigating academic, cultural, and linguistic transitions. Lauren can foster both academic and social growth in these students. She breaks down language barriers to make curriculum accessible, ensuring no child falls behind. Socially, she builds a feeling of belonging for students who often arrive feeling isolated. Her energetic, kind, and motivational character light up the classroom.
Lauren routinely goes far beyond the standard expectations of her classroom role. She sees our students not just as pupils, but as whole individuals who deserve care. For instance, when she noticed a young female student being teased by peers for her clothing, Lauren took immediate, quiet action. She personally funded a new wardrobe for the student out of her own pocket, resolving the issue with discretion and restoring the girl's self-esteem.
Her commitment to our families extends deep into the community. For years, Lauren has volunteered her personal time with Filling in the Blanks, an organization dedicated to providing weekend meals to low-income families. Because of her active involvement, many of our own New Arrival students benefited directly from this essential food security resource.
Additionally, our program has been relocated to various schools over the last 13 years. Every single time we moved, Lauren was the first to volunteer, dedicating hours to personally decorate and transform each new classroom into a warm, vibrant, and welcoming environment for our students.
It is incredibly rare to find a partner who elevates your teaching, changes student lives and becomes your forever friend because of who she is.
Lauren is a humble and selfless professional who never seeks recognition for her contributions. She is a pillar of strength, empathy, and motivation for her colleagues and the students she serves. She will bring invaluable heart and excellence to any classroom situation, fortunate enough to have her. Please feel free to contact me if you need any further information.
Sincerely,
Elba Sims
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