Laura Hine
West Des Moines
Summary
Dynamic educator and intervention specialist at Des Moines Public Schools, recognized for fostering a growth mindset and enhancing student comprehension through tailored teaching methods. Proven ability in communication and creative problem-solving, alongside strong organizational skills in managing financial responsibilities as Treasurer for Waukee Athletics Booster Club.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Building Substitute Teacher/Intervention Specialist
Des Moines Public Schools-Morris Elementary School
05.2023 - Current
- Established high expectations for all learners, fostering a growth mindset that encouraged persistent effort toward academic goals.
- Provided individualized support to struggling learners, enabling them to reach their full potential academically.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing various teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
Waukee Athletics Booster Club Treasurer/Volunteer
Waukee Athletics Booster Club
07.2022 - Current
- Worked closely with the club president to align financial decisions with organizational goals and priorities.
- Managed cash flow effectively, ensuring the timely payment of bills and reimbursements to members.
- Collaborated with event organizers to develop accurate budgets for club-sponsored events, promoting fiscal responsibility.
- Supported grant applications by preparing accurate financial summaries and collaborating with program staff on proposed budgets.
- Reconciled monthly statements, invoices and expense accounts, keeping records accurate, and current.
- Maximized investment returns by researching options, monitoring performance, and making informed recommendations to the board of directors.
Study Hall Supervisor
Waukee Community School District
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Optimized study hall schedule by working closely with administrators to accommodate varying student needs and schedules.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering mutual respect and open communication lines for academic concerns or personal issues.
- Managed student conflicts effectively with mediation techniques, fostering a culture of mutual respect and understanding within the study hall environment.
- Managed emergency situations effectively, calmly addressing incidents while prioritizing student safety.
- Improved student behavior by implementing effective study hall rules and guidelines.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK05-2003
Skills
- Confidentiality
- Verbal and written communication
- Creative problem solving
- Adaptable
- Complex Problem-solving
- Bookkeeping
- Accounts receivable
- Quickbooks
- Data inputting
- Exceptional organization
Timeline
Building Substitute Teacher/Intervention Specialist
Des Moines Public Schools-Morris Elementary School
05.2023 - Current
Waukee Athletics Booster Club Treasurer/Volunteer
Waukee Athletics Booster Club
07.2022 - Current
Study Hall Supervisor
Waukee Community School District
08.2021 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Oklahoma
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