Miranda Laurent
Instructional Assistant III
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About
Dedicated education professional with experience supporting elementary and middle school students in academic, behavioral, and social-emotional development. Skilled in classroom and behavior management, small-group and one-on-one instruction, de-escalation strategies, and individualized student support. Experienced in collaborating with teachers and support staff to create safe, structured, and positive learning environments.
Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies with a strong commitment to continued growth in the field of education.
Experience
Instructional Assistant III - Coyle Elementary School - Carmichael, CA
(2024-10)
- Support students with academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs in a specialized classroom setting.
- Implement behavior intervention and de-escalation strategies while promoting emotional regulation and conflict-resolution skills.
- Provide small-group and one-on-one academic support in reading, writing, and mathematics.
- Collaborate with teachers and support staff to implement individualized student support plans.
- Monitor student progress and document behavioral and academic data.
- Support student transitions and mainstreaming between general education and special education settings.
- Assist with classroom organization, lesson preparation, and daily instructional activities while maintaining a safe, positive learning environment.
Teacher Assistant - Eustis Middle School - Eustis, FL
(2023-01 - 2023-05)
- Supported classroom and behavior management to maintain a structured learning environment.
- Assisted with differentiated instruction and provided academic support to students.
- Prepared instructional materials, maintained classroom records, and communicated with teachers and staff.
Walmart Associate - Walmart - Clermont & Leesburg, FL
(2021 - 2023)
- Provided customer service, processed purchases and returns, answered customer inquiries, and assisted with inventory.
Sales Associate - Dollar General - Pass Christian, MS
(2019 - 2020)
- Operated the cash register, stocked and recovered merchandise, and assisted customers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies - California Baptist University (2027)
Associate of Arts - Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College (2019 - 2021)
