Lauren Mariano

213 Morning View Way Leland, NC 28451

(717) 602-2122 lauren.mariano2014@gmail.com
laurenmariano.weebly.com

Objective
To further enhance my existing experience as a child care professional, while working with children to develop their
emotional, social, physical, mental and spiritual needs.

Education
Seton Hill University
Greensburg, PA
Bachelor of Arts in Honors - Elementary Education (Pre Kindergarten - Grade 4) with Special Education (Pre
Kindergarten - Grade 8)
Major GPA of 3.92 Deans List (8 Semesters)

Educational Practicum and Field Experiences

Student Teacher, Amos K. Hutchinson Elementary School, Greensburg, PA
Spring 2014
Facilitated learning of students in 4th and 5th grade, both learning support and regular education
Established acceptable classroom behavior procedures with students comments to minimize future classroom
management issues
Assisted students with preparation for PSSA standardized testing by working on practice test questions and
modeling various reading and math test taking strategies
Utilized many learning techniques, including hands-on activities, direct instruction and differentiated materials
Attended various professional development experiences including PSSA testing and training, IEP parent-teacher
meetings, inclusion student progress meetings, and a functional behavioral plan meeting
Multicultural Practicum - Dr. Cleveland Stewart Jr. Elementary School, Monroeville, PA
Fall 2013
Created lessons that encouraged critical thinking, interactive instruction, interdisciplinary learning and the use of
various manipulatives
Conducted whole group and small group instruction to third grade multicultural students in the Pittsburgh area
Collaborated with cooperating teacher to instruct all students through team teaching exercises
Grade 4 Tutor - Amos K. Hutchinson Elementary School, Greensburg, PA
Assisted students with daily educational work in a fourth grade classroom
Encouraged communication of students in collaborating small group work
Guided science small group practice after teacher instruction

Fall 2013

Special Education Practicum - Clairview School, Greensburg, PA

Spring 2012
Developed and implemented lesson plans for class of students aged 10-12 in a self-contained emotional support
classroom
Differentiated activities and goals to meet each students individual needs and abilities
Wrote and administered tests and evaluations adapted to the abilities of each student

Work Experience
Aug. 2014 Aug. 2015

Columbia Academy
Columbia, MD
Pre Kindergarten Teacher
-Created developmentally appropriate lesson plans for students ages 4-5 years old.
-Supervised in and out of school field trips.
-Developed behavioral and disciplinary procedures for students.
-Prepared materials for everyday activities and lessons.
-Worked with parents, fellow teachers and administration to create a safe, comfortable and
educational environment for students.

June 2014 Aug. 2014

Columbia Academy
Columbia, MD
Camp Counselor Kindergarten
-Planned and executed developmentally appropriate activities for students.
-Used games, music, artwork, films, books, computers, and other tools to teach basic skills and
review skills learned during the school year.
-Supervised students on out-of-school and in-school field trips.
-Prepared materials for bulletin board displays, instructional centers, and other educational
experiences in the classroom.
-Managed student behavior in the classroom by invoking approved disciplinary procedures.

Jan. 2011Jan. 2014

Seton Hill University Child Development Center

Greensburg, PA
Assistant Teacher
-Assisted director and lead teacher in a variety of classroom management duties.
-Taught students both independently and in small groups.
-Prepared instructional materials and classroom displays for director and lead teacher.
-Maintained classroom organization and discipline of Pre Kindergarten students.
-Taught instructional lessons individually to class of Pre Kindergarten students.

May 2012Aug. 2013

Seton Hill University Career and Professional Development Center

Greensburg, PA
Marketing Intern
- Compiled and created spreadsheet reports with data from Spring 2011- Spring 2013
internships completed by Seton Hill University undergraduate and graduate students.
- Created a database by major for undergraduate and graduate student use in finding internship
opportunities in the Pittsburgh and surrounding areas.
-Created student and faculty newsletter for Fall 2013.
-Created PowerPoint slides for marketing to University constituents.
-Organized new branding: marketed new staff, new department name and career services
software implementation.

May 2012Aug. 2013

Seton Hill University Physicians Assistant Program

Greensburg, PA
Administrative Assistant
-Handled telephone calls and relay messages
-Oversaw offices filing and record management needs
-Prepared memos, invoices, reports, and financial statements by means of word processing,
spreadsheet, database, and presentation software such as PowerPoint
-Contacted preceptors and doctors across the United States to ensure clinical rotations were on
schedule for Physician Assistant students, while utilizing the Typhon Group Healthcare
database.
-Prepared and distributed correspondence such as memos and letters
-Maintained inventory of office supplies and ensured that low supplies are ordered in time
-Ensured that office equipment is in running flawlessly at all times and arranged for equipment
repairs and maintenance
-Prepared administrative reports for the benefit of the management
-Made sure that confidentiality is maintained for both verbal and written information

Skills

Advanced skills in a variety of management software systems including: Microsoft Excel, Powerpoint, Word and
Apple Safari
Advanced skills in presentation applications including: Prezi, Weebly website creator, Ipad applications and
SmartBoard technology
Teaching English as a Foreign Language Certified

CPR and American Red Cross First Aid Certified

Girls Sports and Confidence Clinic- researched, organized, supervised, and evaluated sports clinic for young girls
as part of a two year capstone project for the Honors Program at Seton Hill University

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Honors and Activities

National Association for the Education of Young Children Student Member 2014-2015

Seton Hill University Honors Program Student 2010-2014

Seton Hill University Student Athlete Advisory Committee Representative 2010-2014

National Academic Squad, Field Hockey, 2010-2014

Captain of American Cancer Societys Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Team 2011-2014

References
Mrs. Trisha Goodge
Student Teaching Cooperating Teacher, Greensburg Salem School District
(724) 832-2885
tgoodge@wiu.k12.pa.us
Mrs. Georgine Hallam
Mentor/Employer, Seton Hill University Child Development Center
(724) 454-7851
Hallam@setonhill.edu
Mrs. Renee Starek
Employer, Seton Hill University Career and Professional Development Center
(724) 838-4247 rstarek@setonhill.edu

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