ERICA GERROND
Lawrence
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated professional with 13 years of experience supporting and educating fourth-grade students with diverse behavioral, emotional, and academic needs. Demonstrates strong expertise in behavior management, relationship-building, and creating structured, supportive environments that foster stability and growth. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with families, implement individualized support strategies, and promote social-emotional development. Committed to trauma-informed practices and empowering youth to build essential life skills for long-term success.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
4th Grade Teacher
Sunset Hill Elementary
Lawrence, United States
05.2012 - Current
- Provided daily one-on-one and small group support to students with diverse behavioral and emotional needs, ensuring safety and engagement at all times
- Implemented individualized strategies to support students struggling with self-regulation, social skills, and behavioral challenges
- Modeled positive behavior, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills in high-stress situations
- Built strong, consistent relationships with families through regular communication, collaboration, and support
- Designed and facilitated daily morning meetings focused on social-emotional learning and community building
- Used data and observation to assess student progress and adjust interventions to meet individual goals
- Maintained structured routines and clear expectations to create a safe, predictable environment
- Collaborated with school staff, specialists, and support teams to develop and implement student support plans
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability when responding to changing student needs and classroom dynamics
- Participated in ongoing professional development focused on student behavior, inclusion, and instructional strategies
Education
Post Baccalaureate Teacher Licensure - Elementary K-6th with Middle School History 5th-8th grade
Washburn University
Topeka, KSBachelor of General Studies - Political Science, Sociology
The University of Kansas
Lawrence, KSSkills
- Patience
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Clear and inclusive communication with students, families and staff
- Time Management to ensure appropriate academic pacing
- Flexibility
- Behavior Management & Intervention
- Trauma-Informed Practices
- Family & Caregiver Communication
- Crisis De-escalation & Problem Solving
- Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)
- Individualized Goal Implementation
- Documentation & Data Tracking
Certification
Lexia® LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) Certificate of Mastery.
Timeline
4th Grade Teacher
Sunset Hill Elementary
05.2012 - Current
Bachelor of General Studies - Political Science, Sociology
The University of Kansas
Post Baccalaureate Teacher Licensure - Elementary K-6th with Middle School History 5th-8th grade
Washburn University