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Laura Rowland

Fountain Valley

Summary

Dedicated Teacher's Assistant committed to fostering student success through effective support of educators and enhancement of classroom dynamics. Skilled in supply organization, classroom maintenance, activity planning, and meticulous record keeping. Focused on providing instructional assistance and promoting academic achievement among students. Known for building positive relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Certified Montessori Teacher with many years of experience guiding self-directed elementary age students. Observant and curious career educator with deep love and passion for developing children via Montessori method. Dedicated to observing and guiding students to reach mastery of skills with maximum independence and ongoing love of learning. Tactful Montessori Teacher with background in childhood education for children. Adept at establishing healthy relationships with students and parents. Dedicated to instructing students to support social, cognitive, emotional, physical and spiritual growth.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Scout Master

Troop 412 and Pack 563
Fountain Valley
06.2018 - Current
  • Ensured that all participants had necessary supplies before embarking on trips.
  • Facilitated team building exercises to build trust among scouts.
  • Conducted parent-scout conferences to discuss individual progress.
  • Provided guidance to scouts on leadership, camping, and outdoor activities.
  • Developed lesson plans to teach scouts about citizenship, character development, and personal fitness standards.
  • Assisted in developing and implementing a variety of scouting activities.
  • Supervised merit badge workshops as needed.
  • Coordinated with local businesses to secure discounts for scout equipment purchases.
  • Provided feedback on performance evaluations for each scout's advancement level.
  • Worked with the Scoutmaster to ensure compliance with BSA safety guidelines.
  • Helped plan monthly campouts and other events.
  • Created an environment conducive to learning through positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Maintained accurate records related to troop membership, advancement, and awards.
  • Organized and led weekly meetings for Boy Scouts.
  • Instructed scouts in safety practices during all outdoor activities.
  • Attended district training sessions for adult leaders.
  • Led hikes while teaching proper navigation techniques.
  • Created educational materials such as handouts, videos, or presentations related to scouting topics.
  • Monitored behavior of scouts during meetings and outings.
  • Kept youth safe and secure at facility and in public.
  • Provided feedback on individual actions, behaviors and verbal responses.
  • Attended group sessions and participated in activities to develop new skills.
  • Compiled paperwork for extended trips, meeting information and fundraising efforts.
  • Facilitated activities and opportunities to achieve rank advancements.
  • Organized fun, interactive activities to address interests and community needs of troop members.
  • Oversaw troop funds according to council policies and procedures.
  • Cultivated relationships with community leaders, organizations, and businesses to support volunteer efforts.
  • Developed events and programs in consideration of needs, abilities and interests of participants.
  • Assisted with transporting and escorting program participants to, from and within program activity locations and on external trips.
  • Administered first aid and notified emergency medical personnel.
  • Assessed needs and interests of individuals and groups and planned activities accordingly.
  • Documented individual progress toward meeting treatment goals.

Co Teacher

University of Montessori Schools of Irvine
Irvine
08.2000 - Current
  • Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
  • Supervised recess times and other non-instructional periods throughout the day.
  • Developed and implemented lesion plans.
  • Have a clear understanding and know each childs own schedule.
  • Monitored student behavior in the classroom and provided guidance when needed.
  • Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
  • Maintained records of student attendance, grades and other pertinent information.
  • Encouraged active participation from all students during lessons and discussions.
  • Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.
  • Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
  • Handled clerical duties, managed classrooms, and coordinated documents for teachers.
  • Assisted in organizing and supervising school events and field trips.
  • Assisted teachers with lesson preparation and curriculum implementation.
  • Participated in professional development workshops and training sessions.
  • Graded assignments and tests and documented results into filing systems.
  • Implemented classroom rules and procedures to maintain discipline and order.
  • Created and maintained a safe and engaging learning environment for all students.
  • Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
  • Kept track of teaching materials and regularly stocked school supplies.
  • Taught daily life skills and behaviors to students to build practical knowledge.
  • Arranged lesson outlines and individual plans according to course syllabus and district requirements.
  • Assisted in preparing lesson materials and bulletin board displays.
  • Attended in-services, workshops and seminars.
  • Backed up lessons with personal support, small group instruction and hands-on activities.
  • Organized classroom spaces to meet students' learning needs and smoothly manage planned activities.
  • Organized and labeled student materials when setting up classrooms.
  • Took class attendance and recorded absences.
  • Managed daily attendance and reported absences and tardies to appropriate personnel for parental notification.
  • Observed student performance and recorded academic and attendance.

Cashier Team Lead

Disney Store
Westminster
06.1998 - 09.2010
  • Recognized potential theft or fraud attempts by monitoring suspicious behavior.
  • Conducted inventory audits to ensure accuracy of product levels in the register area.
  • Performed daily opening and closing procedures for the register area.
  • Monitored cashier performance, providing feedback as needed.
  • Assisted customers with locating items within the store when requested.
  • Processed refunds and exchanges according to company policy.
  • Supported other teams when necessary, such as stocking shelves or bagging groceries.
  • Assisted cashiers with resolving customer complaints and inquiries.
  • Developed strong working relationships with team members to foster collaboration.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations while performing tasks.
  • Maintained a clean work environment by sweeping floors and wiping down counters regularly.
  • Provided guidance to cashiers on how to accurately ring up customers' purchases.
  • Trained new cashiers on proper use of registers and store policies.
  • Assisted with training new cashiers and customer service team members to increase speed of onboarding.
  • Answered customer questions and provided store information.
  • Rotated and merchandised products at point-of-sale to improve impulse buy rate.
  • Authorized discounts and special actions to resolve customer disputes and maintain satisfaction.
  • Assisted management with developing and managing employee improvement strategies to encourage exceptional performance from staff.
  • Performed merchandising and signage updates during weekly and seasonal promotional changes.
  • Maintained work area and kept cash drawer organized.
  • Welcomed customers, offering assistance to help find store items.
  • Counted and balanced cashier drawers.
  • Greeted customers promptly and responded to questions.
  • Processed returned merchandise by strictly following store return and exchange procedures.
  • Maintained current knowledge of store promotions to highlight sales to customers.
  • Answered customers' questions and provided information on store procedures or policies.
  • Kept check-out areas clean, organized and well-stocked to maintain attractive store.
  • Trained and mentored new cashiers to maximize performance with skilled, efficient and knowledgeable team members.
  • Answered phone calls to assist customers with questions and orders.

Education

Early Education of Montessori

University California Irvine
Irvine, CA
06-2002

Early Childhood Care And Education

Irvine Valley College
Irvine, CA

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • First aid certification
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Parent engagement
  • Setting up activities
  • Student and parent relations
  • Safety compliance
  • One-on-one and small group instruction
  • Classroom support
  • Friendly and outgoing
  • Multicultural awareness
  • Relationship building
  • Student health and safety
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Student supervision
  • Student safety
  • Maintaining safe environments
  • Progress monitoring
  • Mentoring students
  • Student engagement
  • CPR and first aid
  • Early childhood education
  • Child development certification
  • Individual student assistance

Timeline

Assistant Scout Master

Troop 412 and Pack 563
06.2018 - Current

Co Teacher

University of Montessori Schools of Irvine
08.2000 - Current

Cashier Team Lead

Disney Store
06.1998 - 09.2010

Early Education of Montessori

University California Irvine

Early Childhood Care And Education

Irvine Valley College

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