Laura Eatchel
Elementary Teacher
West Jordan,UT
Summary
Elementary School Teacher with expertise in early education, child development and collaborative teaching methods. Experienced in developing lesson plans to meet district and state standards. Confidently offers classroom instruction and personalized student support using balance of traditional and modern approaches.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
22
22
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Monticello Academy
West Point, UT
08.2020 - Current
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips.
- Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
- Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social and emotional growth.
STEM Teacher
Jordan School District
West Jordan, United States
08.2017 - 08.2020
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Served on school committee for STEM curriculum development.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Demonstrated willingness to accept feedback and make corrections based on advice from peers, parents and principal.
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites and other educational materials.
- Planned, prepared and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Arranged materials and instructional plans to implement immersive activities delving into STEM concepts.
Preschool Lead Teacher
Little Apple Preschool
West Jordan, UT
08.2012 - 05.2017
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Established guidelines for teacher performance, lesson planning and compliance with established procedures.
- Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Provided open and loving environment where children direct learning process.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education, Psychology, Family Studies
03.1996 - 08.2018
Skills
Time management
Organizational skills
Classroom management
Technology integration
Group and individual instruction
Lesson Planning
Team collaboration
Differentiated instruction
Accomplishments
- Publication of Senior Thesis "The Educational and Psychological Benefits of STEM in Elementary Education" in 2018.
- Nominated for "Teacher of the Year" 2020-2021.
- Nominated for UAPCS Circle of Excellence "Teacher of the Year" 2021-2022.
- Commended for exceptional teaching and support to students.
Certification
LETRS
Timeline
LETRS
01-2022
Elementary School Teacher - Monticello Academy
08.2020 - Current
STEM Teacher - Jordan School District
08.2017 - 08.2020
Preschool Lead Teacher - Little Apple Preschool
08.2012 - 05.2017
Weber State University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education, Psychology, Family Studies
03.1996 - 08.2018