Heather LaGuardia
Littleton,NH
Summary
Upbeat teacher 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. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Teacher and Substitute Middle School Science Teacher
Cornerstone School
08.2020 - Current
- Cornerstone is a therapeutic education center treating students with trauma related backgrounds (social-emotional, behavioral, and/or early childhood trauma).
- Maintain flexibility and patience with the day to day moods and struggles of the students, insuring a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students. Helped out by filling in for the 4/5th grade classroom (ELA, Social Studies, and Science) and the 6/7th and 7/8th grade classrooms (Science).
- Responsible for developing and implementing a well rounded curriculum that meets the needs of each of all the students in the class and follows state standards
- Helping them to develop social, emotional, and behavioral skills in a welcoming and structured environment.
- Implemented creative classroom management techniques to maintain an orderly and focused learning environment.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments, adjusting teaching strategies as needed for improved outcomes.
- Increased overall student achievement by utilizing differentiated instructional methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Contributed to the improvement of school-wide curriculum by participating in professional development workshops and sharing insights with colleagues.
- Enhanced student motivation and participation through the development of diverse, hands-on learning experiences.
- Supported special education inclusion efforts by adapting lessons and working closely with specialists to meet individual student needs.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
CAP1 associate
Walmart
03.2020 - 07.2020
- Learned to stock, organize, and maintain areas of the store to make sure the product is available to customers.
- Assisted customers when needed by answering questions and showing them where to find certain items.
- Worked as a team to make sure duties are completed in a timely manner.
- Stocked and inventoried products in a timely manner following a daily schedule.
Substitute
SAU #35 (Bethlehem Elementary School)
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Worked as a sub for SAU #35 on an on-call basis, when needed to cover for teachers and paraprofessionals in grades K-12.
Retail Sales Associate and Nordic Retail Supervisor
Mount Washington Hotel
09.2015 - 03.2020
- Learned to follow procedures and policies to uphold the Omni Service Moto.
- Learned to use computer software to process guest purchases.
- Greeted guests and answered questions about the hotel and where activities and amenities are located in the hotel.
- Checked-in incoming orders and made sure that items have proper prices and labels.
- Helped with quarterly inventory in our different retail stores.
- Worked with other associates to maintain the hotel and make sure the guests had a wonderful experience.
Substitute
SAU #84 (Littleton High School and Daisy Bronson Middle School)
09.2018 - 05.2019
- Worked as a sub for SAU #84 on an on-call basis, when needed to cover for teachers and paraprofessionals in grades K-12.
Ticket Agent/Postmaster
Mount Washington Cog Railway
07.2015 - 09.2015
- Learned to follow procedures and policies to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Learned to use computer software to sell and print tickets for customers boarding the trains.
- Greeted customers and answered their questions about the trains and details about Mount Washington.
- Sold postcards and postage stamps for postcards and letters (domestic and international).
- Stamped mail and made sure it is ready to go down on the right train.
Fine Wire Bunching Operator
New England Wire Technology
06.2015 - 07.2015
- Learned to follow procedures and policies in order to develop a quality product in a timely and reasonable period to obtain client satisfaction.
- Maintained knowledge of procedure and following instructions to develop products to customer specification.
- Practiced teamwork and multitasking skills while maintaining a safe working environment.
Pet Care Technician
Littleton Pet Center and Kennel
11.2014 - 06.2015
- Learned to use new computer software.
- Greeted clients as they come in and helped them with their dogs if needed.
- Took in dogs when owners bring them in for daycare or boarding so that everyone is kept safe.
- Monitored all the dogs on a daily basis and learned each of their personalities.
- Arranged play groups so that all the dogs get along with and try to avoid fighting for the safety of employees and people.
- Maintained a clean atmosphere and environment at the kennel to keep everyone healthy and to have a safe place for animals to come into every day.
Education
Masters of Education -
Franklin Pierce University
Bachelor of Science -
University of New Hampshire
05.2011
Bourne High School
06.2007
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Relationship Building
- Lesson Planning/Curriculum Development
- Positive Reinforcement
- Technology Integration/Google Classroom
- Classroom Management
- Growth Mindset
- Problem-solving skills
- Student Motivation
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Safe, Positive Learning Environment
- Multitasking and Organization
Certification
- New Hampshire - Secondary Life Science (Grades 7-12)
- Vermont - Secondary Biology (Grades 7-12)
- Vermont - Elementary Education (Grades K-6)
Honors And Awards
Member, Pi Lambda Theta Honor Society
Salary
Negotiable
References
Available upon Request
Extracurricular Activities
Student leader for Aikido sports club, 09/2008, 05/2011, University of New Hampshire, Helped to create a budget for the club and to organize team trips and seminars.
Captain of the Archery team, 09/2009, 05/2011, University of New Hampshire, Helped to create a budget for the team, organize team trips, practice times, and shoots.
Timeline
Elementary Teacher and Substitute Middle School Science Teacher
Cornerstone School
08.2020 - Current
CAP1 associate
Walmart
03.2020 - 07.2020
Substitute
SAU #35 (Bethlehem Elementary School)
10.2019 - 03.2020
Substitute
SAU #84 (Littleton High School and Daisy Bronson Middle School)
09.2018 - 05.2019
Retail Sales Associate and Nordic Retail Supervisor
Mount Washington Hotel
09.2015 - 03.2020
Ticket Agent/Postmaster
Mount Washington Cog Railway
07.2015 - 09.2015
Fine Wire Bunching Operator
New England Wire Technology
06.2015 - 07.2015
Pet Care Technician
Littleton Pet Center and Kennel
11.2014 - 06.2015
Masters of Education -
Franklin Pierce University
Bachelor of Science -
University of New Hampshire
Bourne High School
- New Hampshire - Secondary Life Science (Grades 7-12)
- Vermont - Secondary Biology (Grades 7-12)
- Vermont - Elementary Education (Grades K-6)
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