Hi, I’m
Laura Gapczynski
Teacher
Calimesa,CA
Summary
Gifted in engagement and guidance of students with a desire to continue inspiring students. Hardworking and experienced educator eager to secure an education position. Ready to collaborate, innovate and create.
Overview
27
years of professional experience
1
Certificate
Work History
Val Verde Unified School DistrictPerris, CA
Teacher
09.2004 - 06.2023
Job overview
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies..
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
- Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects.
- Collaborated with faculty to develop after-school tutoring program for struggling students.
- Piloted program to address proposed state subject area competencies and standards.
Moreno Valley Unified School District
Substitute Teacher, K-12
01.2002 - 09.2004
Job overview
- Assigned, explained and graded homework.
- Diversified classroom instruction and group activities to successfully support students with unique strengths and learning styles.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
Moreno Valley Unified School District
Instructional Assistant
08.1996 - 01.2002
Job overview
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
- Recorded grades for coursework and tests in online reporting system.
Education
Walden UniversityMinneapolis, MN
Master of Science from Education
12.2014
University Overview
- Cum laude
- 4.0 GPA
University of California, RiversideRiverside, CA
Certification from Education
04.2012
University Overview
- 4.0 GPA
Chapman UniversityOrange, CA
Credential from Education
06.2004
University Overview
- 4.0 GPA
Chapman UniversityOrange, CA
Bachelor of Arts from Sociology
11.2002
University Overview
- Awarded Gray Key
Skills
- Experienced in teaching Special Education
- IEP Documentation proficiency
- Expertise in teaching reading and writing
- Student-Centered Learning
- RTI
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Standardized Testing Techniques
- Instructional Best Practices
- Expertise in teaching math, science and social studies
- Technology-Based Strategies
- Technology Integration
Certification
- TESOL Certified
- Certified GATE Educator
- Certified LEGO Robotics coach
Timeline
Teacher
Val Verde Unified School District
09.2004 - 06.2023
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Moreno Valley Unified School District
01.2002 - 09.2004
Instructional Assistant
Moreno Valley Unified School District
08.1996 - 01.2002
Walden University
Master of Science from Education
University of California, Riverside
Certification from Education
Chapman University
Credential from Education
Chapman University
Bachelor of Arts from Sociology