Jamie Laurendeau
East Providence
Summary
Professional instructional leader dedicated to enhancing teaching practices and improving student outcomes. Expertise in data analysis, professional development and research based instructional practices. Committed to fostering goal-driven team collaboration while remaining adaptable to evolving needs. Recognized for building trust, cultivating a positive learning environment, and driving significant educational success.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Coach
Milford Public Schools
2018.09 - Current
- Conducted in-depth 1:1 coaching cycles focused on data analysis and instructional observation, delivering non-evaluative feedback to improve instructional practices.
- Demonstrated best practices in literacy and math instruction through structured lesson modeling within coaching cycles.
- Created and facilitated professional learning communities in the areas of literacy and math.
- Supported teachers with the adoption and implementation of Illustrative Mathematics and Expeditionary Learning.
- Supported new educators by offering mentorship in effective classroom management and teaching strategies.
- Established norm-setting and reflective practices to enhance team functionality and collaborative impact.
- Partnered with school administration to align instructional coaching with overarching district goals and schoolwide improvement plan.
- Worked alongside district and building administrative teams to design monthly and weekly professional development
- Facilitated professional development for educators to improve instructional effectiveness in both small group and whole staff settings.
- Collaborated with CTLs and administrators to create a systematic plan for assessing foundational skills in literacy.
- Designed and supported a progress monitoring system for tier 2 literacy assessment and instruction.
- Collaborated with school based reading specialists to assess data and refine tiers 1, 2, and 3 instructional practices across the building.
- Worked alongside ELD teachers to design and implement project-based learning strategies within an English Language Development science unit.
- Evaluated data trends as a member of the school-based data team to inform and enhance strategic initiatives.
- Contributed to school office team discussions on crisis calls and strategized improvement initiatives.
- Co-led the school-based MTSS team, driving student goal-setting and teacher intervention strategies.
- Keys to Literacy Facilitator trained
- Attended Project Based Learning training
- Presented at MATSOL conference
- Participant in Early Literacy Grant
- Pre-K-2 Mentor Coordinator
Reading Specialist- Grades 3-5
Woodland Elementary School
2011.09 - 2018.06
- Implemented specialized reading strategies for tier 2 and tier 3 small group instruction to support regular education, special education, and English language learners struggling with grade-level material.
- Utilized ongoing assessment data to inform instructional decisions and track student progress effectively.
- Collaborated with the reading specialist team and classroom teachers to assess and address students' needs and progress monthly.
- Assisted classroom teachers in assessing reading skills and collecting data for targeted tier 2 instruction.
- Supported regular education, special education, and ELD teachers in developing effective lesson plans for small group literacy instruction.
- Modeled tier 2 literacy instruction in classrooms
- Observed classroom reading practices and provided non-evaluative feedback to teachers.
- Mentored newly hired teachers
- Presented various literacy topics at the 2017 NEASC and MRA conferences.
- SEI endorsed
Classroom Teacher- Grade 3
Woodland Elementary School
2001.09 - 2011.06
- Taught in a regular, full inclusion, and pull out settings
- Provided small group, differentiated instruction across all subject areas
- Partnered with special education educators to create tailored weekly lesson plans that address diverse learning needs.
- Implemented tier 2 differentiated literacy instruction differentiate reading instruction
- Implemented workshop model in writing instruction, facilitating one-on-one conferences with students to address individual writing and reading objectives.
- Mentored newly hired teachers
- Created a professional development workshop that focused on the Words Their Way Developmental Spelling program
- Facilitated Words Their Way spelling workshops for grades K-5. Delivered presentation at MRA conferences.
- Created spelling resources binders and distributed to K-4 classroom teachers
- Coached teachers to analyze results from reading assessments and the Elementary Spelling Inventory.
- Modeled small group spelling and reading lessons for teachers
- Developed & implemented incentive-driven, classroom management reward system
Education
Masters of Education - Concentration in Language And Literacy
Framingham State University
Framingham, MA2005-06
Bachelor of Arts in Education - Elementary Education, Creative Arts
Framingham State University
1999-01
Skills
- Committed to continuous improvement
- Goal-oriented and ambitious
- Building rapport and trust
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Organization and planning skills
- Dependable and responsible
Timeline
Instructional Coach
Milford Public Schools
2018.09 - Current
Reading Specialist- Grades 3-5
Woodland Elementary School
2011.09 - 2018.06
Classroom Teacher- Grade 3
Woodland Elementary School
2001.09 - 2011.06
Masters of Education - Concentration in Language And Literacy
Framingham State University
Bachelor of Arts in Education - Elementary Education, Creative Arts
Framingham State University