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Laura Goldman

Georgina,ON

Summary

Experience as an Instructor Therapist at Autism Unplugged Learning Centre, skilled in play-based learning and individualized education. Proven ability to enhance client independence and quality of life. An effective parent collaborator. Committed to fostering social skills, maintaining accurate data collection, and improving the lives of those around me.

Practical experience as a Teacher's Assistant with a focus on supporting faculty with classroom needs. Successful at maintaining clean and organized classrooms, planning activities, and leading field trips. Provided 1 on 1 tutoring as well as led classes on various subjects including music, math, science, and english.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Produce Clerk

Zehrs
08.2021 - 06.2022
  • Assisted in advertising efforts, creating visually appealing displays for seasonal items.
  • Resolved customer inquiries regarding produce selection.
  • Enhanced product quality by regularly inspecting, rotating, and culling fresh fruits and vegetables.
  • Received and unloaded new items upon delivery and checked products for damage and order accuracy.
  • Assisted customers with price checking fruits and vegetables and finding requested items in department.
  • Prepared and packaged fresh produce items for sale.

Instructor Therapist

Autism Unplugged Learning Centre
06.2023 - 08.2025
  • Provided implementation of therapeutic interventions to enhance client skills and independence.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for learners.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and treatment outcomes.
  • Engaged clients through structured activities promoting communication skills.
  • Observed and recorded behavioral patterns to inform adjustments in therapy techniques.
  • Provided feedback to supervisors on client needs and potential improvements in care strategies.
  • Supported the integration of students into mainstream classrooms by modifying lesson plans and providing accommodations as needed.
  • Assisted in developing individualized therapy plans tailored to learner's specific needs.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, fostering effective communication channels
  • Increased student independence by teaching daily living skills, such as dressing, grooming, and toileting.
  • Organized special events providing a fun and enriching environment for development

Teacher’s Assistant

Pathways Center for Education Private School
04.2025 - 07.2025
  • Collaborated with educators to develop an engaging learning space.
  • Assisted teachers in delivering lesson plans and classroom activities.
  • Supported students with individualized learning needs, fostering academic growth and confidence.
  • Coordinated with parents and staff to address student concerns and promote communication.
  • Organized educational events and extracurricular activities to enrich student experiences and participation.
  • Provided 1 on 1 academic mentoring to support individual needs

Education

- Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Ontario Tech University
Oshawa
04-2028

High School Diploma -

Our Lady of The Lake Catholic Academy
Keswick
07-2024

Skills

  • Play-based learning
  • Social skills development
  • Behavior management techniques
  • Parent collaboration
  • Augmentative communication devices
  • Data collection and analysis
  • Transition planning
  • Applied behavior analysis
  • Reliability
  • Classroom management

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Certification

  • Basic Life Support CPR (BLS)
  • Crisis Prevention Institute training (CPI)

Timeline

Teacher’s Assistant

Pathways Center for Education Private School
04.2025 - 07.2025

Instructor Therapist

Autism Unplugged Learning Centre
06.2023 - 08.2025

Produce Clerk

Zehrs
08.2021 - 06.2022

- Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Ontario Tech University

High School Diploma -

Our Lady of The Lake Catholic Academy

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