Jennifer McLaughlin
Leeds,AL
Summary
Results-driven literacy specialist with over 6 years of experience in mentoring educators, providing professional development, and analyzing data trends to inform instructional decisions. Passionate about fostering supportive literacy environments that engage students and parents alike.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ARI Local Reading Specialist
Leeds City Schools
Leeds, Alabama
08.2021 - 06.2026
- Provided professional development workshops for staff on effective reading instruction methodologies.
- Analyzed data trends to identify areas of need and inform instructional decision-making processes related to reading interventions.
- Served as a resource for educators by providing professional development workshops on best practices in literacy instruction.
- Engaged with parents to promote reading at home, fostering a supportive literacy environment.
- Analyzed data trends to identify areas for program improvement and resource allocation decisions.
- Built positive and productive relationships with teachers to drive improvements to reading programs.
- Contributed to the development of school-wide literacy initiatives aimed at improving achievement for all students.
- Mentored new teachers in literacy instruction methodologies, sharing expertise and best practices for successful outcomes.
- Assisted in the selection and adoption of appropriate curriculum materials aligned with state standards and district goals.
- Collaborated with teachers across various subjects to incorporate literacy skills into their lesson plans, enhancing interdisciplinary learning.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
5th Grade Virtual Teacher
Leeds City Schools
Leeds, AL
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to enhance student learning experiences.
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Assessed student progress through formative and summative evaluations.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
Reading and Math Interventionist
Leeds City Schools
Leeds, AL
08.2016 - 06.2020
- Promoted a growth mindset among students by celebrating incremental progress and emphasizing the importance of effort in achieving success.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, using data-driven insights to inform ongoing adjustments to intervention plans as necessary.
- Collaborated with teachers to identify students in need of additional support and developed personalized plans for improvement.
- Supported the development of phonemic awareness and decoding skills through targeted activities, promoting fluent reading in struggling learners.
- Monitored and assessed student progress through data-driven analysis, adjusting instruction as necessary for optimal results.
- Utilized research-based teaching methods proven effective in increasing reading and math proficiency levels among struggling learners.
4th Grade Teacher
Leeds City Schools
Leeds, AL
08.2010 - 06.2016
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs of students.
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state curriculum standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student academic and social development.
- Utilized educational technology tools to enhance learning experiences and promote student engagement.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management and curriculum implementation.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to design interdisciplinary lesson plans, reinforcing key concepts across subjects.
- Utilized assessment data to inform instructional decisions, tailoring lesson plans to target areas needing improvement.
- Assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adjusting instructional approaches as needed.
4th Grade Teacher
Trussville City Schools
Trussville, AL
08.2001 - 06.2010
3rd/4th Grade Flex Teacher
Pinson Elementary
Pinson, AL
08.1998 - 06.2001
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL06-2003
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Univeristy of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL12-1997
Skills
- Literacy intervention
- Literacy support
- Instructional best practices
- Data analysis
- Communication skills
- Verbal and written communication
Certification
- Class A Certification, Elementary Education - 2003
- Class B Certification, Elementary Education-1998
- LETRS Certified
- Orton-Gillingham Trained
- OGAP Math Trained
- AMSTI Math Trained
Timeline
ARI Local Reading Specialist
Leeds City Schools
08.2021 - 06.2026
5th Grade Virtual Teacher
Leeds City Schools
08.2020 - 06.2021
Reading and Math Interventionist
Leeds City Schools
08.2016 - 06.2020
4th Grade Teacher
Leeds City Schools
08.2010 - 06.2016
4th Grade Teacher
Trussville City Schools
08.2001 - 06.2010
3rd/4th Grade Flex Teacher
Pinson Elementary
08.1998 - 06.2001
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Univeristy of Alabama At Birmingham