LAURA FRIEDL
Milton,FL
Summary
Elementary Educator building inclusive classrooms that support academic, social, and emotional growth. Designs lesson plans and uses classroom management techniques, differentiated instruction, and small-group support to meet individual student needs. Partners with families and teaching teams to strengthen student progress and classroom culture.
Overview
3
3
Certifications
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Fifth Grade Elementary School Teacher
SANTA ROSA COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Milton, FL
08.2024 - Current
- Support 5-10 students daily through small-group and individual instruction.
- Develop creative fifth-grade lessons using curriculum development and technology integration to match classroom needs.
- Apply differentiated instruction and assessment design to adjust small-group and individual teaching for varied learning levels.
- Maintain an inclusive classroom environment, manage behavior, and communicate with parents and teammates about student growth.
Language Arts Teacher
DUVAL COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Jacksonville, US
08.2022 - 07.2024
- Implemented a comprehensive Language Arts curriculum for 75 students aligned to Florida B.E.S.T. standards.
- Used visual and auditory techniques to make lessons more interactive and support differentiated instruction.
- Attended department and employee team meetings to review student performance and academic achievement.
- Built parent relationships to strengthen support for students and maintain open communication with families.
- Applied technology integration, classroom management, and small group instruction to keep learning organized and responsive.
Elementary Certified Teacher
CORONA-NORCO UNIFIED DISTRICT
Norco, US
06.2007 - 07.2022
- Supported 32 students served weekly through differentiated instruction, classroom management, and individual support.
- Created a welcoming, encouraging classroom environment that supported students' academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Collaborated weekly with grade-level teams to plan math, reading, and writing instruction.
- Built positive parent relationships to keep families engaged in the educational process.
Elementary Teacher, 3rd Grade
ESCAMBIA COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Pensacola, US
06.2005 - 06.2007
- Designed educational programs and lesson plans aligned with state curriculum standards and classroom learning objectives.
- Differentiated instruction to address individual student needs while maintaining clear daily classroom expectations.
- Used creative lesson planning and team collaboration to adapt instruction for varied learning needs.
Elementary Teacher, Grades 1-5
Corona Norco School District
Norco, CA
07.1996 - 06.2005
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding and retention of core subjects.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive and productive learning environment.
- Assessed student performance through varied evaluation methods, providing tailored feedback for improvement.
Education
Master of Arts - Education Administration
California State University, San Bernardino
San Bernardino2000
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
The University of West Florida
Pensacola, FL1996
Skills
- Reading intervention
- Curriculum alignment
- Small group instruction
- Student progress monitoring
- Technology integration
- Data driven instruction
- Academic intervention planning
- Grade-level team leadership
- Teacher mentoring
- Professional learning facilitation
Certification
Florida Reading Endorsement
Leadership
Math Field Day Coordinator
Science Fair Coordinator
Student Lighthouse Coordinator
Grade Level Chairman
Leadership Team (10+ years )
SAC Officer
After School Reading Intervention Specialist
Timeline
Fifth Grade Elementary School Teacher
SANTA ROSA COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2024 - Current
Language Arts Teacher
DUVAL COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
08.2022 - 07.2024
Elementary Certified Teacher
CORONA-NORCO UNIFIED DISTRICT
06.2007 - 07.2022
Elementary Teacher, 3rd Grade
ESCAMBIA COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
06.2005 - 06.2007
Elementary Teacher, Grades 1-5
Corona Norco School District
07.1996 - 06.2005
Master of Arts - Education Administration
California State University, San Bernardino
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
The University of West Florida