Laura Lambert
Tallahassee,FL
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective teacher with valuable experience in classrooms from preschool to 2nd grade, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and community program organizer. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher- 1st Grade
Encanto Elementary
08.2021 - 06.2024
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
Teacher- 1st Grade
Arthur Edwards Elementary
03.2018 - 06.2021
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
Preschool Teacher
MCAS Yuma Child Development Center
10.2015 - 02.2018
- Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Increased parent involvement by effectively communicating with families about upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and student progress reports.
Education
Masters of Education - Curriculum And Instruction- Elementary Education
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Nothern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ12.2017
Skills
- Subject matter expertise
- Parent-Teacher Communication
Curriculum Implementation
- Literacy development
- Curriculum Development
- Performance Assessments
Timeline
Teacher- 1st Grade
Encanto Elementary
08.2021 - 06.2024
Teacher- 1st Grade
Arthur Edwards Elementary
03.2018 - 06.2021
Preschool Teacher
MCAS Yuma Child Development Center
10.2015 - 02.2018
Masters of Education - Curriculum And Instruction- Elementary Education
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Nothern Arizona University