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Laura B. Carlson

Greendale,WI

Summary

Experienced Mathematics Instructor holding high academic standards paired with an emphasis on building citizens of integrity.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Middle School Mathematics Teacher

Greendale School District
08.2024 - Current

Primary responsibilities include teaching Honors Algebra and 8th Grade Math, Academic Career Planning, Character Strong and Resource Support

National Junior Honors Society Advisor

Greendale School District
08.2024 - Current

Experience in leading team building events with students, volunteer outreach events, community events, voting for officer roles, and maintaining records for honorable membership in NJHS.

Mathematics Teacher

Greendale High School
08.2019 - 08.2024
  • Primary responsibilities include teaching mathematics with experience teaching Algebra 2, Algebra with Math Extension Block, and Advanced Algebra Trigonometry
  • Effective mathematics instructor with high percentage of students mastering concepts and furthering mathematical sequences
  • Alignment of curriculum with Common Core State Standards and Practices and ACT College and Career Readiness Standards
  • Collaboration to create common assessments, effective block instruction for a supportive algebra course, co-teaching experience in Algebra 2
  • Virtual and hybrid instruction during pandemic

Mathematics Teacher

St. Francis High School
08.2000 - 07.2019
  • Primary responsibilities include teaching mathematics with experience teaching AP Calculus, Pre-calculus, Algebra 2, Algebra 1, and Geometry
  • Effective mathematics instructor with high percentage of students mastering concepts and furthering mathematical sequences
  • Curriculum development for Advanced Placement Calculus and Advanced Placement Calculus Institute course completion
  • High success rate on pre and post ACT practice assessments
  • Alignment of curriculum with Common Core State Standards and Practices and ACT College and Career Readiness Standards
  • Training and classroom experience with Gradual Release of Responsibility and PDSA (Plan Do Study Act)
  • Leader of professional learning community discussions and agenda
  • Participation in the UWM Common Core High School Mathematics Program for transforming instructional practices in a new era

Mentor Teacher

St. Francis High School
08.2006 - 07.2019
  • Primary responsibilities include mentoring first and second year teachers with support and assistance in developing classroom instruction, assessments, behavior strategies and overall building expertise

Junior Class Advisor

St. Francis High School
08.2001 - 12.2018
  • Primary responsibilities include fundraising and planning prom
  • Other responsibilities include individual support and assisting students with future goals
  • Involvement with the community through fundraising at community events and football games
  • Eighteen consecutive successful prom events held at various venues in the Milwaukee surrounding area
  • A consistent growth in prom attendance and positive feedback for consecutive prom events

Professional Development Leader in Mathematics

St. Francis High School
01.2011 - 12.2016
  • Primary responsibilities include leading and supporting the department in Professional Learning Community initiatives, Instructional Designs, Best Teaching Practices, Common Core and ACT College and Career Readiness development, Response to Intervention, curriculum, and course design
  • Other responsibilities include data collection and analysis for student growth

Building Leadership Team

St. Francis High School
08.2012 - 12.2015
  • Primary responsibilities include reflecting, analyzing, and refining the goals and initiatives of the high school building

Education

Master of Arts - Education, Major – Master Educator

MARIAN COLLEGE
FOND DU LAC, WI
01.2003

Bachelor of Science -

MARQUETTE UNIVERSITY
MILWAUKEE, WI
01.2000

Skills

  • Mathematics Instruction
  • Leadership
  • Professional Learning Community
  • Mentoring/Impactful Coaching
  • Training in PDSA, GRR, RTI, Love & Logic
  • Universal Instruction
  • Virtual Learning
  • Common Formative Assessments

Timeline

Middle School Mathematics Teacher

Greendale School District
08.2024 - Current

National Junior Honors Society Advisor

Greendale School District
08.2024 - Current

Mathematics Teacher

Greendale High School
08.2019 - 08.2024

Building Leadership Team

St. Francis High School
08.2012 - 12.2015

Professional Development Leader in Mathematics

St. Francis High School
01.2011 - 12.2016

Mentor Teacher

St. Francis High School
08.2006 - 07.2019

Junior Class Advisor

St. Francis High School
08.2001 - 12.2018

Mathematics Teacher

St. Francis High School
08.2000 - 07.2019

Bachelor of Science -

MARQUETTE UNIVERSITY

Master of Arts - Education, Major – Master Educator

MARIAN COLLEGE
Laura B. Carlson