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Laura Laughlin

Sacramento,CA
Laura Laughlin

Summary

Experienced and passionate person with a love of learning who thrives in scholastic environments seeks like minded people of all ages to join me in our joyful and earnest pursuit of knowledge.


I love nature, libraries and the arts.


About me:

Quiet

Calm

Creative

Sincere

Pragmatic

Honest

I am pro human rights !

Overview

20
years of professional experience
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Acton Boxborough school district
Acton, MA

Evening Office Manager
05.2005 - 08.2010

Job overview

  • Handled scheduling and managed timely and effective allocation of resources and calendars.
  • Coordinated office activities and operations to secure efficiency and compliance with company policies.
  • Kept to tight deadlines and forged strong team bonds to accomplish challenging objectives.

AmeriCorps NCCC
Boston, MA

City Year Camp Liaison
08.2004 - 05.2005

Job overview

  • Provided individuals and families with information and resources to connect with available programs.
  • Cultivated and developed relationships with existing and potential referral sources, identified new partners, uncovered untapped opportunities and raised brand awareness.
  • Gave presentations at public gatherings, community events and school meetings.
  • Developed and implemented programs to fill different community needs.
  • Liaised with community members, business owners and officials to address current issues and find appropriate solutions.

Acton-Boxborough Community Education
Acton, MA

Administrative Assistant
05.2003 - 08.2004

Job overview

  • Organized and maintained filing and document management systems by coordinating, archiving and purging files.
  • Developed administrative processes to achieve organizational objectives and improve office efficiency.
  • Handled management of communication to executives by taking and making telephone calls, reviewing and prioritizing mail and composing and typing correspondence.
  • Updated details in company database by keying in customer contacts and delivery dates.
  • Maintained inventory in supply closet to prevent shortages.
  • Coordinated project materials by managing physical and digital files, monitoring spreadsheets and updating reports.
  • Directed customer communication to appropriate department personnel.
  • Tracked and submitted employee timesheets to accounting department for payroll processing.
  • Monitored attendance records by taking note of staff vacation time, sick days and personal days.
  • Planned events and department activities by acquiring venues, developing guest lists and organizing catering services.
  • Liaised with senior and executive administrative assistants to handle requests and queries from senior managers.
  • Managed scheduling for staff, monitoring resource allocation to provide optimal coverage and service.
  • Supervised team of 30 employees in Educational establishment, maintaining positive and productive atmosphere to enhance employee experience.
  • Trained incoming and returning staff

Penleigh Child Development Center
Sacramento, CA

Teacher
07.2014 - 03.2016

Job overview

  • Alleviated learning gaps and effectively trained students in through introduction of state-of-the-art educational tools and teaching aids.
  • Conferred with specialists to support needs of students with individualized educational plans.
  • Brought in purchased and donated materials to round out supplies for classroom activities.
  • Liaised with teachers to develop cohesive educational plans and improve student support.
  • Identified early signs of emotional, developmental and health delays or problems in students and followed up with parents.
  • Explored different avenues of learning with students to help each prepare for later educational environments.
  • Oversaw class field trips to keep students safe and educate about related topics.
  • Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.

Private Church School
Sacramento, CA

Teacher
02.2017 - 07.2023

Job overview

  • Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
  • Developed interesting course plans with multimedia learning tools to meet academic, intellectual and social needs of students.
  • Worked one-on-one with at-risk students on core subjects.
  • Maintained safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
  • Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
  • Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
  • Encouraged positive self-esteem and mutual respect for others while instilling joy of learning and discovery.
  • Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
  • Established and communicated clear learning objectives to foster student progress and academic performance.
  • Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
  • Utilized various types of equipment and aids to enhance learning experience.
  • Maintained calm, positive classroom environment through gentle discipline and enthusiastic attitude to encourage learning and studying among student.
  • Taught groups of up to 20 students and provided individual support.
  • Referred to district standards to plan lessons and prepare students to take standardized assessments.
  • Differentiated instruction according to student skill level.
  • Helped students build learning and study skills to achieve educational goals.
  • Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
  • Monitored student progress using exams and assignments to check for thorough understanding.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
  • Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
  • Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.

Education

Massachusetts College of Art And Design
Boston, MA

Art History from Art History, Criticism, And Conservation
06.1997

University Overview

School of The Museum of Fine Arts - Boston
Boston, MA

Fine Art Drawing And Painting from Art History, Criticism, And Conservation
06.2006

University Overview

Sacramento City College
Sacramento, CA

Child Development from Child Development
02.2013

University Overview

Skills

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Accomplishments

Accomplishments
  • Dynamic Teaching Techniques - Instructed students in academic subjects using variety of techniques such as phonetics, multisensory learning and repetition to reinforce learning.
  • Data Organization - Organized scores of over 80 students into online database for parents' immediate access.
  • Technology Integration - Participated in technology training courses and trained colleagues in new technology concepts and practices applicable for the classroom.
  • Employed Science, Music and Arts engagement and Montessori techniques to encourage student learning and build community within the classroom.
  • Administration - Managed Camp City Year as the Parent Liaison that resulted in 60% more community engagement.

Affiliations

Affiliations

Americorps

Daughters of the King

Daughters of the Revolution

Stevens Ministries

PRIDE

Norman Bird Sanctuary

Crocker Art MuseumMuseum

Front Street Animal

National Wildlife Refuge

The Nature Connection Inc

Availability
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Quote

My life is my message.
Mohandas Gandhi

Timeline

Teacher
Private Church School
02.2017 - 07.2023
Teacher
Penleigh Child Development Center
07.2014 - 03.2016
Sacramento City College
Child Development from Child Development
02.2013
School of The Museum of Fine Arts - Boston
Fine Art Drawing And Painting from Art History, Criticism, And Conservation
06.2006
Evening Office Manager
Acton Boxborough school district
05.2005 - 08.2010
City Year Camp Liaison
AmeriCorps NCCC
08.2004 - 05.2005
Administrative Assistant
Acton-Boxborough Community Education
05.2003 - 08.2004
Massachusetts College of Art And Design
Art History from Art History, Criticism, And Conservation
06.1997

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