Lauren Wolk
Whitehall
Summary
Experienced with classroom management, fostering productive learning environment. Utilizes effective communication techniques to engage students and support their educational development. Track record of collaborative teamwork, ensuring smooth classroom operations and positive educational outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Teacher
Colonial Intermediate Unit 20
2017.05 - Current
- Work with eight intellectual disabilities students from grades fifth to eighth grade.
- Compiled data to support the development of personalized treatment and educational strategies.
- Directed educational initiatives aimed at fostering language skills and behavioral growth.
- Guided students in personal hygiene routines to foster self-sufficiency.
- Facilitated collaboration among IEP team members to enhance service quality and care delivery.
Freedom Assistant Coach/ JV Head Coach
Freedom Basketball
2018.11 - 2024.11
- Managed scheduling of practice sessions to facilitate effective skill development and team cohesion.
- Facilitated team development by guiding players through diverse offensive plays.
- Coached teams in executing diverse defensive techniques while improving individual skill sets.
- Achieved player skill enhancement through effective execution of shooting drills. Cultivated dribbling proficiency among players through tailored practice sessions. Elevated passing accuracy through focused training exercises.
- Acted as a guardian for eighteen female players, prioritizing their safety and comfort during away game events.
- Analyzed team performance data to identify areas for improvement and optimize strategies.
- Mentored junior coaches, fostering professional growth and enhancing coaching methodologies.
- Collaborated with head coach to design strategic game plans and practice schedules.
Freedom Assistant Coach
Freedom Softball
2021.03 - 2022.03
- Facilitated personal growth and teamwork skills among thirty female high school athletes to enhance their performance.
- Coordinated practice schedules, ensuring optimal resource allocation and attendance.
- Collaborated with head coach to design season plans aligned with team goals.
- Developed strong relationship with players to assist in reaching goals, build trust and rapport.
- Assisted head coach in evaluating player performance, identifying areas for improvement, and providing constructive feedback to ensure continuous growth.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Mentored athletes on sportsmanship, leadership skills, and maintaining a strong work ethic both on and off the field.
Mental Health Technician
Kidspeace
2013.03 - 2021.08
- Managed over fifteen conducted and intellectual disabilities teenage boys on a residential facility
- Monitored patient behaviors and emotional well-being to ensure safety and therapeutic stability.
- Provides services to children with behavioral and educational challenges along with their families
- Works collaboratively with members of a multidisciplinary treatment team
- Collects data for treatment goals for each individual client
- Utilizes de-escalation techniques with clients in a high-stress environment
- Facilitated daily group therapy sessions, promoting communication and social skills among patients.
Day Care Provider
Rising Star Learning Center
2012.01 - 2013.01
- Managed over twenty early learning students.
- Planned activities that promoted growth and learning in language development
- Aided students in self-care and personal hygiene
- Assisted in creating schedules, lesson plans, and adapting them to the individual needs of students
- Lead group sessions that promoted growth in fine and gross motor skills with students of all ages
Education
Associate Degree - Early Childhood Education
Northampton Community College
Bethlehem, PA06.2022
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
Lock Haven University
Lock Haven, PA01.2011
Skills
- Behavioral assessments
- Classroom management
- Cleaning procedures
- Activity planning
- Skill development
- Special education
- Verbal and written communication
- Relationship building
- Motivating students
- Positive role model and mentor
- Student engagement
- Team building
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Skill building
Turk Award
The Turk Award is for an outstanding volunteer. A person who goes above and beyond for the Northampton County Miracle. In being able to help athletes with swinging the bat, holding the bat correctly or assisting with other aspect when participating in Northampton County Miracle League.
Timeline
Freedom Assistant Coach
Freedom Softball
2021.03 - 2022.03
Freedom Assistant Coach/ JV Head Coach
Freedom Basketball
2018.11 - 2024.11
Associate Teacher
Colonial Intermediate Unit 20
2017.05 - Current
Mental Health Technician
Kidspeace
2013.03 - 2021.08
Day Care Provider
Rising Star Learning Center
2012.01 - 2013.01
Associate Degree - Early Childhood Education
Northampton Community College
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
Lock Haven University