Lorraine Ross
Charlotte
Summary
Distinguished for enhancing student engagement and classroom management at ESS Education, I excel in delivering play-based instruction and compassionate caregiving. Leveraging skills in child development and CPR certification, I've fostered positive learning environments, achieving high request rates for substitute teaching roles. My background also includes specialized care and educational support, demonstrating adaptability and empathy across diverse settings.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-8
ESS Education
01.2025 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Kidie Academy of Cornelius
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Aided in the preparation of instructional materials, ensuring resources were readily available for each lesson.
- Served as a positive role model for students, demonstrating professionalism, empathy, and enthusiasm in all interactions.
- Provided individualized support for students, addressing unique learning needs and fostering growth in all areas.
- Supported lead teacher in conducting assessments to measure student progress and identify areas requiring additional focus.
Private Home Caregiver
Self Employed Services
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Enhanced client comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care in a private home setting.
- Demonstrated cultural competency by respecting diverse backgrounds, perspectives, values, and beliefs of clients served in the private home environment.
- Delivered exceptional patient-centered care by responding promptly to emergencies providing timely assistance.
- Provided essential personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting assistance, ensuring dignity and respect at all times.
Childcare Assistant Teacher
The Fun House
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and orderly classroom environment, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations while supporting an optimal learning space for students.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Assisted lead teacher with snack time, arts and crafts and putting children down for naps.
- Communicated regularly with parents about daily activities and behaviors.
Pizza Maker
Mod Super Fast Pizza Holdings
06.2021 - 10.2021
- Topped pizzas with right ingredients based on orders utilizing recipe-directed amounts and distribution methods.
- Rolled and shaped dough to correct sizes and shapes based on orders to fit in oven and cook evenly.
- Learned and memorized menu items and specials to provide accurate and up-to-date information to kitchen staff.
- Prepared raw materials for cooking by cutting vegetables and preparing dough.
Education
Associates - Pediatric Cardiovascular Technology
Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NC05-2026
High School Diploma -
Porter Ridge High
Monroe, NC06-2023
Skills
- Classroom management
- Play-based instruction
- Compassionate caregiving
- Patience and empathy
- Adaptable
- Child development
- CPR certified
- Age-appropriate activities
- Dementia care
- Music and movement
- Kitchen organization
- Student engagement
- Personal hygiene assistance
Certification
- First Aid Certification
- ServSafe Food Handler's Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- NC Driver's License
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
German
Native or Bilingual
Korean
Full Professional
Interests
- Gym Workouts
- High-Intensity Interval Training
- Swimming
- Pilates
- Drawing and Painting
- Blogging
- Exploring various forms of art, such as playing the flute, playing the piccolo, and marching band, to nurture creativity and personal growth
- Cooking
- Growing herbs, vegetables, or fruits in home gardens
- Gluten-Free Cooking
- Gardening
- Participate in swimming and basketball, as recreational activities to maintain physical fitness
- Hiking
- Volunteering with youth sports programs as a swim instructor
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-8
ESS Education
01.2025 - Current
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Kidie Academy of Cornelius
08.2024 - 12.2024
Private Home Caregiver
Self Employed Services
08.2023 - 01.2024
Childcare Assistant Teacher
The Fun House
03.2023 - 08.2023
Pizza Maker
Mod Super Fast Pizza Holdings
06.2021 - 10.2021
Associates - Pediatric Cardiovascular Technology
Central Piedmont Community College
High School Diploma -
Porter Ridge High
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