Laura Barnwell
After reviewing the qualifications and requirements for the Full-time Clerical Leader position at the Knoxville Temple, I am confident that my background aligns closely with your needs and am excited about this opportunity.
For the past 14 years, I have served as a full-time Special Education educator at Farragut Middle School and Hardin Valley Middle School within Knox County Schools. This instructional tenure, combined with my current church calling as a Family History Consultant, has uniquely prepared me for the administrative and interpersonal demands of this role.
In my educational career, I routinely manage complex dynamics by navigating challenging situations with students and families. My focus remains steadfast on delivering exceptional support and fostering collaborative partnerships. This role demands daily behavioral observation, progress evaluation, and real-time adaptation. Additionally, it requires meticulous record-keeping, extensive data collection, and the strict management of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). These plans must be developed, monitored bi-weekly, and occasionally amended.
My Family History Consultant calling has allowed me to become familiar with the church software while teaching me to work, guide, and direct members in using the system
Work History
Special Education Teacher
14 Years- Provide instruction to students with disabilities in their area of need.
- Record accurately the number of students present and absent each day.
- Maintain cordial relationships with the home, parents and community.
- Keep parents duly informed of the child’s progress and hold conferences with parents when necessary.
- Maintain satisfactory, respectful working relationships within the school environment.
- Develop Individualized Education Programs [IEP] to meet specific student learning objectives
- Conduct annual IEP meetings with parents, administrator, general education teacher, and school counselor to review progress and new goals.
- Modify classroom curriculum to ensure accessibility for students with diverse learning needs
- Track student progress toward goals using data-driven assessment methods
- Coordinate with general education teachers to integrate inclusive classroom strategies
- Maintain accurate records of assessment data
- Facilitate parent-teacher conferences to discuss student development and support plans
- Implement positive behavior intervention supports to improve classroom engagement
- Maintain accurate records of student performance for annual compliance reviews
- Collaborate with speech therapists to deliver integrated support services for students