Laura Bryant
Canton,OH
Summary
Dedicated lifelong learner in special education with a strong focus on dyslexia. Experienced in hands-on training and adept at navigating challenges. Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and a results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
StetchLab Jackson Township
04.2024 - Current
- Gain understanding of customers goals to find the product that best met their needs.
- Managed conflict resolution with dissatisfied customers professionally, resulting in improved customer retention rates.
- Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
- Assisted in training new staff members on company policies, product information, and sales techniques for a seamless onboarding experience.
Supervising Fellow
The Stern Center
08.2018 - Current
- Company Overview: Nonprofit Learning Center
- Provide AOGPE accredited practicum supervision and training at the Classroom Educator, Associate, and Certified Levels, review applications for accreditation.
- Applied research technique to determine effectiveness of OG tutoring.
Curriculum Consultant
Stark County Educational Service Center
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Provide direct instruction, training, and assistance to administrators and classroom teachers on testing, curriculum and implementing best practices for daily instruction.
- Built and delivered learning content according to priority and scope.
Intervention Specialist
Jackson Middle School
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Provide one-on-one and small group instruction to 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students in math calculation & reasoning and reading comprehension, fluency & decoding while collaborating with colleagues to ensure student academic needs were being met in the classroom.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by incorporating social-emotional learning strategies into daily activities.
- Increased student engagement through the use of differentiated instruction tailored to individual learning needs.
Aide
Heritage Christian Academy
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Provide one-on-one Orton-Gillingham tutoring, RTI math instruction, and differentiated daily work to help support specific students in the second and fourth grades.
- Maintained accurate records of students progress through detailed documentation of instruction provided.
Director of Language Enrichment and Development Tutoring Program
Trident Academy
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Company Overview: Private K-12 School
- Provide AOGPE accredited courses, practicum supervision, and training at the Associate and Certified Levels.
- Developed high-performing tutors by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Optimized staff performance by designing comprehensive training programs tailored to individual needs.
K-5 Curriculum Coordinator & OG Tutor
Trident Academy
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Company Overview: Private K-12 School
- Provided direct instruction and assistance to classroom teachers on curriculum and implementing OG into daily instruction.
- Managed resources effectively by overseeing budgeting processes and allocating materials according to needs.
- Collaborated with administrators to determine course objectives.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of curriculum implementation by analyzing student performance data and identifying areas for improvement.
- Facilitated sharing of best practices among educators through regular team meetings and collaborative planning sessions.
4th & 5th Grade Classroom Teacher & OG Tutor
Trident Academy
09.2012 - 05.2015
- Company Overview: Private K-12 School
- Incorporated Orton-Gillingham instruction and principles into daily instruction of reading, language arts, math, science, and social studies to students with various learning disabilities including traumatic brain injury & dyslexia.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
- Organized field trips and guest speakers related to curriculum topics, enriching students'' educational experiences beyond the classroom walls.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, enhancing students'' understanding of the connections between subjects.
Education
Fellow -
Academy of Orton-Gillingham Practitioners and Educators
11.2018
Certified Member -
Academy of Orton-Gillingham Practitioners and Educators
05.2015
Associate Member -
Academy of Orton-Gillingham Practitioners and Educators
05.2013
Graduate Classes - 12 additional hours, Singapore Math, Reading Strategies (RTI), Discipline, Learning Disabilities, Inclusion, and Autism
Ashland University
08.2011
M.A. - Education, Early Childhood Education
Malone College
12.1995
B.S. - Education, Multi-handicapped and Early Childhood Special Education
Ohio University
06.1992
Skills
- Customer service
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Problem-solving skills
- Conflict resolution
Relatedtraining
- University of Florida Literacy Institute Program, 08/01/23
- 4-12 Dyslexia Facilitator Training, ODE, 05/01/23
- Acadience Assessment and Diagnostic, 05/01/23
- K-3 Dyslexia Facilitator Training, ODE, 09/01/22
- Children of Trauma and Resilience, 02/01/21
Timeline
Sales Associate
StetchLab Jackson Township
04.2024 - Current
Curriculum Consultant
Stark County Educational Service Center
08.2022 - 06.2024
Intervention Specialist
Jackson Middle School
08.2021 - 05.2022
Aide
Heritage Christian Academy
08.2020 - 05.2021
Supervising Fellow
The Stern Center
08.2018 - Current
Director of Language Enrichment and Development Tutoring Program
Trident Academy
08.2016 - 05.2018
K-5 Curriculum Coordinator & OG Tutor
Trident Academy
08.2015 - 05.2016
4th & 5th Grade Classroom Teacher & OG Tutor
Trident Academy
09.2012 - 05.2015
Certified Member -
Academy of Orton-Gillingham Practitioners and Educators
Associate Member -
Academy of Orton-Gillingham Practitioners and Educators
Graduate Classes - 12 additional hours, Singapore Math, Reading Strategies (RTI), Discipline, Learning Disabilities, Inclusion, and Autism
Ashland University
M.A. - Education, Early Childhood Education
Malone College
B.S. - Education, Multi-handicapped and Early Childhood Special Education
Ohio University
Fellow -
Academy of Orton-Gillingham Practitioners and Educators
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