Lauren Walker
Corbiel,ON
Summary
Educational professional prepared for impactful support roles in academic settings. Strong experience in classroom management, individualized student assistance, and instructional support. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability to changing needs. Well-versed in fostering positive learning environments and effective communication with students and staff.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Assistant
Umbrella Family
08.2018 - 06.2022
- 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 decisionmaking.
- Enhanced classroom management through the implementation of positive reinforcement techniques and clear expectations for behavior.
Social Service Worker
Peninsula Family Health Team
10.2013 - 06.2017
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Provided timely assistance to individuals in crisis, utilizing active listening skills and empathy to establish rapport quickly.
- Managed high-stress situations with a calm demeanor, providing the necessary support to both clients and team members during challenging times.
- Developed resources for clients in need, connecting them with community services and programs that best suited their situation.
Community Outreach Worker
Dr. Roz's Healing Place
01.2009 - 2013
- Provided case management services including goal-setting, resource coordination, and follow-up support-guiding clients toward self-sufficiency and improved wellbeing.
- Conducted home visits to assess the living conditions and needs of clients, providing personalized support plans to improve their quality of life.
- Supported fundraising efforts by creating compelling grant proposals, securing financial resources for ongoing projects and new initiatives.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Addictions And Mental Health
Durham College
Oshawa, ON06.2012
Diploma - Social Service Worker
Sir Sandford Fleming College
Lindsay, ON06.2010
Skills
- Teacher support
- Group and individual instruction
- Behavioral support
- Parent-teacher communication
- Materials preparation
- Classroom management
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Dependable and responsible
- Excellent communication
- Organization and time management
- CPR and first aid
- Helping students with special needs
- Student health and safety
Timeline
Educational Assistant
Umbrella Family
08.2018 - 06.2022
Social Service Worker
Peninsula Family Health Team
10.2013 - 06.2017
Community Outreach Worker
Dr. Roz's Healing Place
01.2009 - 2013
Graduate Certificate - Addictions And Mental Health
Durham College
Diploma - Social Service Worker
Sir Sandford Fleming College