APRIL LA BARRE

Former 7th and 8th grade Social Studies teacher and co-advisor of Student Council with multicultural awareness and a varied educational and professional background. Successful at introducing subjects and content in a fresh perspective that gains interest and maintains engagement. Strong leadership, communication, interpersonal, facilitation, public speaking, writing, analytical, research, and subject advocacy skills. Excellent teaching references with a background in educating and coaching children ages five to eighteen, and adults in professional development and training settings. Nine years of curriculum development experience, and overseeing alignment of standards and assessments. As an educator, I am extremely capable of teaching and managing multiple projects at one time in-person, or virtually through various e-learning platforms. I am proficient at encouraging others, staying organized, developing lessons and curriculum, thinking critically, and abiding by deadlines. Adherence to a schedule and focusing on group-success are primary. I also have the ability to recognize the need to adapt, change, or repeat lessons, as well as the administration of formative and summative assessments as needed throughout training and conversation. Additionally, I am knowledgeable in a variety of learning strategies as they pertain to each type of learner and can develop training to meet the needs of everyone.

Instructional II

References available upon request