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Laura Kinner-Fournier

Lexington,Kentucky

Summary

Dedicated high school English teacher with expertise in student engagement, individualized support, and creative writing instruction. Committed to fostering a love for literature and enhancing comprehension through diverse teaching strategies.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

High School English Teacher, Paul Laurence Dunbar

Fayette County Public Schools
Lexington, KY
08.2021 - Current
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
  • Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance critical thinking and communication skills.
  • Promoted critical thinking skills by challenging students to analyze literary texts and express their interpretations in written assignments.
  • Assessed student performance through varied evaluation methods, ensuring comprehension of material.
  • Evaluated student work fairly and consistently, offering detailed feedback to guide future improvement efforts.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and incorporating multimedia resources.
  • Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
  • Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.

High School English Teacher, Lincoln County HS

Lincoln County Public Schools
Stanford, KY
07.2017 - 07.2021
  • Boosted students'' reading and writing skills through targeted lessons, group activities, and individualized support.
  • Fostered a love of literature among students by introducing engaging texts from diverse genres, authors, time periods, and cultures.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and incorporating multimedia resources.
  • Mentored new teachers on instructional strategies and classroom management techniques.

High School English Teacher, Bryan Station HS

Fayette County Public Schools
Lexington, KY
08.2011 - 06.2017

Delivered Advanced English 1, English 1, Creative Writing I and II, 21st Century Digital Literacy courses to foster critical thinking and creativity in students.

  • Created engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards to boost student engagement and academic achievement.
  • Facilitated classroom discussions that encouraged critical thinking and improved student participation.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to meet diverse learning needs of students.
  • Mentored new teachers on effective classroom management strategies and instructional practices.
  • Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
  • Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.

High School English Teacher, Paul G. Blazer HS

Ashland Independent Schools
Ashland, KY
08.2007 - 06.2011
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student comprehension of literary concepts.
  • Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting active participation and critical thinking among students.
  • Utilized diverse instructional strategies to accommodate varying learning styles and needs.
  • Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on curriculum development and classroom management techniques.

High School English Teacher, Henry Clay HS

Fayette County Public Schools
Lexington, KY
08.2001 - 06.2007
  • Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
  • Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance critical thinking and literary analysis skills.
  • Developed and assessed student performance through various evaluation methods.
  • Mentored new teachers on curriculum development and classroom management strategies.

Education

Master of Arts - Secondary English Education

University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
05-2001

Bachelor of Arts - Classical Languages And English Secondary Educatio

University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
05-2000

Skills

  • Parent communication
  • Writing instruction
  • Grammar expertise
  • Literary analysis
  • Critical writing
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Online teaching
  • Classroom management
  • Collaborative teaching
  • Teacher collaboration
  • Team collaboration
  • Creative lesson design

Timeline

High School English Teacher, Paul Laurence Dunbar

Fayette County Public Schools
08.2021 - Current

High School English Teacher, Lincoln County HS

Lincoln County Public Schools
07.2017 - 07.2021

High School English Teacher, Bryan Station HS

Fayette County Public Schools
08.2011 - 06.2017

High School English Teacher, Paul G. Blazer HS

Ashland Independent Schools
08.2007 - 06.2011

High School English Teacher, Henry Clay HS

Fayette County Public Schools
08.2001 - 06.2007

Master of Arts - Secondary English Education

University of Kentucky

Bachelor of Arts - Classical Languages And English Secondary Educatio

University of Kentucky