Kristen McLaughlin
Townsend,US
Summary
Accomplished, collaborative, and highly motivated educator with extensive experience, adept in literacy and technology integration. Spearheaded curriculum development and teacher training, demonstrating exceptional organizational skills and collaboration. Secured an $8,000 grant, underscoring a commitment to enhancing educational resources and student outcomes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phonics Instruction Teacher Leader
North Middlesex Regional School District
09.2024 - Current
- Participated in department meetings to provide input and feedback to colleagues and district leadership about best practices and assessment techniques in the area of phonics instruction.
- Modeled lessons for colleagues using research-based instructional techniques.
Elementary Classroom Teacher
North Middlesex Regional School District
09.2007 - Current
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Impacted lessons positively by incorporating smart boards, computers, games and music into classroom.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Scheduled and directed field trips and hands-on activities to foster student learning and creativity.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
- Pursued professional development during summer months and the school year to maintain certification and extend skills.
- Lead Teacher – development of grade level curriculum maps, universal assessments, and scope and sequence for math and science curriculums.
- Teacher Evaluation Leader – led professional development for implementation of teacher evaluation system, supporting teachers and administrators in goal setting and implementation.
- Led grade level and school-wide information and training sessions for use of district wide protocols, student information programs, and curriculum technology
- Mentor teacher for new educators
- Researched, wrote, and received $8,000 grant from the 3M Corporation
Mentor Coordinator
North Middlesex Regional School District
08.2014 - 06.2017
- Developed topics, create presentations, and present curriculum for New Teacher Induction Program for 25-55 teachers new to the district
- Collaborated with grade level teachers, special educators, Central Office personnel, building and district administrators to develop topics that were relevant for new district professionals
- Maintained accurate and detailed contracts and records to meet both district and state requirements for completion of course
Master Teacher
National Education Association, NEA
08.2013 - 02.2014
- Member of a group of 95 educators in grade K-12 from across the United States chosen to create Common Core Mathematics aligned lessons of math instruction to create an online resource for teachers
- Participant in weekly virtual team and individual meetings regarding curriculum development and best practices
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Fitchburg State University
Fitchburg, MA05.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Fitchburg State University
Fitchburg, MA05.2006
Skills
- Literacy, Phonics (Fundations), Math, Science, Technology, and History/Social Studies instruction
- Study and instruction in Science of Reading backed literacy programs
- Individualized Learning Plans
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Platforms
- Team Collaboration
- Organizational Skills
- Writing instruction
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Classroom Management
- Progress Reporting
- Group and individual instruction
- Compliance standards
Affiliations
- Member of the Massachusetts Teachers and National Education Associations
- Former Member of the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Educator Effectiveness Cabinet
- Member of the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Anchor Standards Development Panel – Helped review and develop anchor standards that were used to guide the development of relevant assessments
- Supervising Practitioner of Practicum Students
Certification
- Licensed Professional Elementary Educator - Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
References
- Ms. Nancy Milligan, Assistant Superintendent
Tewksbury Public Schools, Tewksbury MA 603-490-3987
- Dr. Pauline Cormier, Former Principal
Varnum Brook Elementary School, Pepperell, MA 978-479-2002
- Ms. Carol Angle, Classroom Teacher
Varnum Brook Elementary School, Pepperell, MA 978-761-6689
- Ms. Christina Howard, Classroom Teacher
Varnum Brook Elementary School, Pepperell, MA 978-501-0420
Timeline
Phonics Instruction Teacher Leader
North Middlesex Regional School District
09.2024 - Current
Mentor Coordinator
North Middlesex Regional School District
08.2014 - 06.2017
Master Teacher
National Education Association, NEA
08.2013 - 02.2014
Elementary Classroom Teacher
North Middlesex Regional School District
09.2007 - Current
- Licensed Professional Elementary Educator - Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Fitchburg State University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Fitchburg State University
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