Laura Berridge
822 Crown Street Wenatchee
Summary
Teacher with deep knowledge and passion for student success. Skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and student engagement. Strong focus on collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing educational needs. Ablility to build positive relationships and foster supportive learning environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
7th Grade Humanities Teacher
Pinnacles Prep Charter School
Wenatchee, WA
08.2022 - Current
- Developed and designed lesson plans with Universal Design for Learning (UDL) support, cultural awareness, and rigor that creates an inclusive learning environment.
- Collaborated with peers to design interdisciplinary place-based projects that integrated ELA, History, and other subject areas.
- Implemented targeted interventions using data to close achievement gaps among a diverse student population, ensuring equitable access to educational opportunities.
- Developed strong relationships with peers, students, and parents, creating a positive learning environment in the classroom.
- 2024 EPIC Staff Member of the Year
Title I Intervention Para-edcuator
Cascade School District
Leavenworth, WA
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Collaborated with teachers to help develop individualized plans for students in reading and writing, to align with state standards..
- Assisted in collecting and compiling student test scores and data (DIBELS) for records for admission to the Title I Program.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Preschool Teacher
Mountain Sprouts Children's Community
Leavenworth, WA
02.2020 - 08.2021
- Developed age-appropriate lesson plans fostering cognitive and social skills in children.
- Collaborated with parents to enhance children's learning experiences and address developmental needs.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child's progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Ethnic, Labor, And Gender Studies
Univeristy of Wasihngton
Seattle06-2012
Skills
- IEP & 504 Collaboration
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Data Drive Instruction
- Inclusive Classroom Culture
- Curriculum Development
Timeline
7th Grade Humanities Teacher
Pinnacles Prep Charter School
08.2022 - Current
Title I Intervention Para-edcuator
Cascade School District
08.2021 - 08.2022
Preschool Teacher
Mountain Sprouts Children's Community
02.2020 - 08.2021
Master of Arts - Teaching
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Arts - Ethnic, Labor, And Gender Studies
Univeristy of Wasihngton