LARA Larsen
Chilliwack,BC
Summary
To secure a full-time permanent position as an Secondary School Career Advisor in SD33 that utilizes my 15 years of experience as an Education Assistant with School District 33 combined with my prior experience as a respite worker and community child care worker. I have a proven record with a reputation for being a loyal and dedicated employee who takes extra initiative and is skilled at encouraging and motivating team members and focusing on fostering a positive and uplifting environment that promotes individual and collective growth. I am diligent in literacy development and behavioral support, utilizing inclusive teaching methods to enhance learning outcomes. I demonstrate exceptional ability in creating trusting relationships and adapting curriculum for diverse learning styles.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Assistant
Chilliwack School District
2014.02 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect to create a positive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Supported students with special needs by adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations in collaboration with special education staff.
- Encouraged social-emotional growth among students by modeling appropriate behavior and guiding conversations around self-awareness, empathy, and responsible decision making.
- Enhanced classroom management through the implementation of positive reinforcement techniques and clear expectations for behavior.
Lash Technician
Self Employed
2022.10 - Current
- Advertises, Networks and markets my services
- Performs thorough client consultations
- Applies eyelash extensions safely and precisely
- Keeps workspace clean, organized and well-stocked for upcoming appointments.
- Improved appointment booking efficiency with effective time management and organization skills.
- Received consistently positive reviews from clients due to attention to detail, personalized care approach, and outstanding results achieved .
Respite Worker
Chilliwack Society for Community Living
2014.01 - 2017.01
- Improved client well-being by providing consistent and compassionate care during respite periods.
- Developed strong rapport with clients and their families, fostering trust and open communication.
- Planned engaging recreational, developmental and entertainment activities.
- Tracked client medications accurately, administering them according to prescribed schedules while monitoring for potential side effects or interactions.
- Provided respite care for a number of individuals ranging from 5-18 years of age.
Community Child Care Worker
Pivot Point Family Growth Center
2011.06 - 2012.12
- Promoted good behavior with positive reinforcement methods.
- Improved behaviors through modeling, role-playing and other effective strategies.
- Promoted language development by incorporating storytelling, music, and conversation into daily activities.
- Prevented behavioral issues with proactive management strategies that encouraged self-regulation among the children.
- Maintained records of ongoing assessments and documentation of updates.
- Delivered high-quality instruction that accommodates diverse learning styles while addressing specific behavioral needs of individual students.
Education
Community Support Worker -
University of The Fraser Valley
Abbotsford, BC09.2004
High School Diploma -
Sardis Senior Secondary School
Chilliwack06.2004
Skills
- Learning Disabilities Support
- Group and individual instruction
- Autism Spectrum Support
- Literacy development
- Behavioral support
- Networking
- Interviewing experience
- Curriculum Implementation
- Positive Reinforcement
- Individualized Instruction
- Appointment Scheduling
- Social Media Marketing
Hobbies
I have many hobbies that include, fitness, hiking, crafting, dance lessons, Zumba, and cake decorating.
REFERENCES
Mr. Shawn McLeod, Prior Principal
Evans Elementary School
7600 Evans Rd,
Chilliwack, BC V2R 1L2
shawn_mcleod@sd33.bc.ca
(604) 858-4510
Cell (604) 819-6505
Mrs. Shawna Petersen, District Principal of Curriculum
8430 Cessna Dr
Chilliwack, BC V2P 7K4
shawna_petersen@sd33.bc.ca
(604)794-5553
Cell (604) 798-4748
Mrs. Lana McDonald, Prior Resource Teacher, SD33
Unsworth Elementary School
5585 Unsworth Rd
Chilliwack, BC V2P 7K4
lana_mcdonald@sd33.bc.ca
(604) 997-7430
Cell (604) 997-7430
Accomplishments
- CPR/AED First-Aid Level C (Expiry Nov. 2025)
- Trauma-Informed Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (2023)
- Diversity and Inclusion Fundamentals (2021)
- POPARD Autism and Related Disorders, Introduction to ASD, Applied Behaviour Analysis
- Food Safe (2022)
- WHMIS (2020)
- Lash Technician Certificate (2022)
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (2023-2024)
- First Aid (Expiry Nov 2025)
- Learning Connection and Brain Science 2024
- Adolescent Brain Under Construction2024
- Trauma Enforced Non-Violent Crisis Intervention 2023
- Using Social Connection, Motivation, and Sensory to Support AAC 2024
- Getting to know your Cricut 2024
- Truth & Reconciliation Blanket Exercise 2023
- Inclusive Physical Activity 2023
- Mental Health, Trauma, and Dealing with Challenging Behaviour 2023
- Moodle Training Modules 2022-2023 (Inclusion Outreach, Mental Health Literacy, Fetal Alcohol, Basic Seizure First Aid, Anaphylaxis in Schools Certificate, Competency based IEP’S)
Languages
English
Timeline
Lash Technician
Self Employed
2022.10 - Current
Educational Assistant
Chilliwack School District
2014.02 - Current
Respite Worker
Chilliwack Society for Community Living
2014.01 - 2017.01
Community Child Care Worker
Pivot Point Family Growth Center
2011.06 - 2012.12
Community Support Worker -
University of The Fraser Valley
High School Diploma -
Sardis Senior Secondary School
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