Laura Blomquist
Evansville,IN
Summary
Accomplished Special Education Teacher with a proven track record teaching in the EVSC and Warrick County, enhancing academic success through differentiated instruction and effective classroom management. Expert in developing tailored IEPs and fostering parental communication, significantly improving student personal growth and social skills development.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Vogel Elementary School, EVSC
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Special Education Teacher
Castle High School, Warrick County
08.2020 - 05.2023
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
Special Education Teacher
EVSC, Harwood Career Prep Academy (Alternative HS)
08.2007 - 05.2020
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Special Education Teacher
EVSC Helfrich Park, Evans, The Learning Center
08.1991 - 05.2003
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN12.2025
Master of Arts - Theology
St. Meinrad School of Theology
Saint Meinrad, IN05.1999
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
University of Evansville
Evansville, IN05.1991
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Small Group Instruction
- Lesson Planning
- Data Management
- Parent Communication
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Social Skills Development
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Vogel Elementary School, EVSC
08.2023 - 02.2024
Special Education Teacher
Castle High School, Warrick County
08.2020 - 05.2023
Special Education Teacher
EVSC, Harwood Career Prep Academy (Alternative HS)
08.2007 - 05.2020
Special Education Teacher
EVSC Helfrich Park, Evans, The Learning Center
08.1991 - 05.2003
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
American College of Education
Master of Arts - Theology
St. Meinrad School of Theology
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
University of Evansville
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