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Laura Echeverry

Dacula,GA

Summary

Compassionate and hardworking educator dedicated to helping children achieve their unique and individual potential. My previous employment/personal experiences have provided me with valuable organizational and communication skills, leadership experience, professional relations, and how to work comfortably in a changing environment with a diverse population of people

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher at Dacula Elementary School

Gwinnett County Public Schools
Dacula, GA
11.2021 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
  • Coordinated with our ELL teacher to support English Language Learners, fostering more inclusive classroom.

Student Teacher

Gwinnett County Public Schools, Lilburn Elementary School
Lilburn, GA
08.2021 - 10.2021
  • Fostered a positive and inclusive classroom learning environment while monitoring and encouraging individual student growth
  • Mentored by compassionate and knowledgeable host teacher who earned the prestigious Teacher of the year for Lilburn Elementary school award
  • Implemented AKS curriculum-based lessons to students while differentiating instruction based on individual needs
  • Attended educational conferences and teacher learning workshops to develop and improve professional competence

Private Pre-K Lead Teacher

Harbins Preparatory School
Dacula, GA
07.2019 - 05.2020
  • Developed weekly theme-based lesson plans in all areas of development: personal-social skills, motor skills, communication skills, and cognitive skills
  • Conducted monthly assessments on each individual student and adjusted strategies and interventions accordingly
  • Communicated with caregivers on a weekly basis as well as conducting parent-teacher conferences every9 weeks
  • Guided children in their daily routine including circle time, center, and group activities
  • Maintained complete responsibility for the organization, teaching, and curriculum planning my classroom
  • Organized activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, show and tell, and field trips

GA Pre-k Lead Teacher

Kids Galaxy
Dacula, GA
07.2018 - 05.2019
  • Developed and instructed age-appropriate lesson plans that encourage personal growth for children4-5 years of age
  • Recorded observations and evaluated students’ academic progress
  • Recorded assessment data through Work Sampling online
  • Provided a full range of social/emotional developmental activities in accordance with Bright from the Start

GA Pre-k Assistant Teacher

Dacula Academy
Dacula, GA
10.2017 - 05.2018
  • Design and administer weekly Newsletters
  • Fostered safe, comfortable, and fun learning environment
  • Worked frequently with parents/Guardians to discuss student’s progress, as well as any areas of concern regarding social, emotional, and academics
  • Serve meals and snacks in accordance with Georgia nutritional guidelines

Education

Masters in Elementary Education - undefined

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
11.2021

Technical College Certificate - Early Childhood Education

Lanier Technical College
Gainesville, GA
01.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL
01.2008

Skills

  • ESOL Endorsement
  • Fully Bilingual in English and Spanish (Speak, read, and write)
  • Recognized for professionalism, commitment, and teamwork

Certification

  • GA Department of Education – GA Elementary Education K-5
  • ESOL Endorsement, completed May 2023

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Teacher at Dacula Elementary School

Gwinnett County Public Schools
11.2021 - Current

Student Teacher

Gwinnett County Public Schools, Lilburn Elementary School
08.2021 - 10.2021

Private Pre-K Lead Teacher

Harbins Preparatory School
07.2019 - 05.2020

GA Pre-k Lead Teacher

Kids Galaxy
07.2018 - 05.2019

GA Pre-k Assistant Teacher

Dacula Academy
10.2017 - 05.2018

Masters in Elementary Education - undefined

Western Governors University

Technical College Certificate - Early Childhood Education

Lanier Technical College

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Florida Atlantic University
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