LAURA A. GALGAN
Elementary Teacher
Ridgway,CO
Summary
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER Upbeat and devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Second Grade Teacher
Ridgway School
Ridgway, CO
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
Support Specialist
Munger Elementary, Teton School District
Jackson, WY
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Integrated existing and new technology into classroom to help provide creative and fun learning environment.
- Administered standardized assessments with strict requirements and documented information in permanent records.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Science Instructor
Montana Outdoor Science School
Bozeman, MT
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Utilized curriculum which reflected diverse educational, cultural and linguistic background of student body.
- Planned, developed and executed lessons reflecting K-12 curriculum and Montana's core educational standards.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
Lacrosse Coach for Teton Valley Girls Lacrosse
07.2017 - 01.2018
- Participated in fundraising events, helping team bring in funds to pay for travel and other expenses
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas
- Taught players how to run specific game plays in order to build cohesive, structured team
Second Grade Teacher
Victor Elementary School, Teton, District
, Idaho
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
Second Grade Teacher
Aspen Elementary School
Aspen, Colorado
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments and assessments and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Supervised students based on licensing, administration and compliance standards to promote safe, clean and nurturing classroom environment.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
Student Age Care Sub Supervisor, 2nd Grade Summer Science Enrichment Teacher
Denver Public School System
Denver, CO
04.2012 - 01.2013
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education Curriculum & Instruction
University of Denver
Denver, CO 09.2010 - 05.2011
Specializing - English Language Acquisition
University of Denver
08.2010 - 08.2011
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Michigan State University
08.2002 - 05.2007
Brain Training Certified - undefined
Loveland Ski Patrol
Skills
Differentiated instruction
Quote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Timeline
Second Grade Teacher
Ridgway School
01.2021 - 01.2022
Support Specialist
Munger Elementary, Teton School District
01.2019 - 01.2021
Science Instructor
Montana Outdoor Science School
01.2018 - 01.2019
Lacrosse Coach for Teton Valley Girls Lacrosse
07.2017 - 01.2018
Second Grade Teacher
Victor Elementary School, Teton, District
01.2013 - 01.2018
Student Age Care Sub Supervisor, 2nd Grade Summer Science Enrichment Teacher
Denver Public School System
04.2012 - 01.2013
Second Grade Teacher
Aspen Elementary School
01.2012 - 01.2013
Master of Arts - Elementary Education Curriculum & Instruction
University of Denver
09.2010 - 05.2011
Specializing - English Language Acquisition
University of Denver
08.2010 - 08.2011
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Michigan State University
08.2002 - 05.2007
Brain Training Certified - undefined
Loveland Ski Patrol
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