Laura Burns
Hope Mills,NC
Summary
Dedicated Exceptional Children Teacher with specialized education expertise at Cumberland County Schools. Proven ability in developing customized learning plans and effective classroom management, fostering student participation and social skills. Committed to enhancing student performance through evidence-based decision-making and collaborative team development. Passionate about creating inclusive learning environments.
Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Exceptional Children Teacher
Cumberland County Schools
08.2004 - Current
Exceptional Children Teacher's Assistant
Cumberland County Schools
04.1998 - 08.2004
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
- Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
- Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership And Management
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ12-2010
Bachelor of Arts - History/Psycology
Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, NC05-2003
High School Diploma -
South View High School
Hope Mills, NC06-1975
Skills
- Effective Classroom Management
- Instructional Design
- Specialized Education Expertise
- Evaluation Methods
- Behavioral Intervention Strategies
- Parental Collaboration
- Customized Learning Plans
- Conflict Resolution
- Student Participation
- Dispute Resolution
- Collaborative Team Development
- Effective Problem Resolution
- Social Skills Training
- Clear Communication
- Effective Parent-Teacher Communication
- Team-Based Instruction
- Evidence-Based Decision Making
- Performance Tracking
- Reading Improvement Strategies
- Diverse Learning Strategies
- Specialized Education Knowledge
- Individualized Education Plan Creation
- Effective Team Collaboration
- Effective Organizational Skills
- Informed Decision-Making
- Ongoing Enhancement
- Customized Learning Approaches
- Student Assessment Evaluation
- Techniques for Behavior Modification
- Test Administration
- Personalized Education Plans
Timeline
Exceptional Children Teacher
Cumberland County Schools
08.2004 - Current
Exceptional Children Teacher's Assistant
Cumberland County Schools
04.1998 - 08.2004
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership And Management
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts - History/Psycology
Fayetteville State University
High School Diploma -
South View High School
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