Laura Martin Shultice
Mt. Pleasant,TX
Summary
With over 24 years of experience in education, I have dedicated my career to supporting diverse student populations, including English language learners, low-income students, and those with special needs. I am known for being dependable, professional, and organized, with a strong ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and families. My passion lies in creating inclusive, engaging learning environments that empower all students to succeed. As a lifelong learner, I am committed to continuous growth and sharing my love for education to inspire both students and fellow educators.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educational Diagnostician
Pittsburg ISD
07.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate and place students in appropriate special education programs, ensuring compliance with federal and state guidelines.
- Facilitated ARD (Admission, Review, and Dismissal) meetings for up to 16 students per month, ensuring accurate interpretation of assessment data and parent understanding.
Elementary/Early Childhood Classroom Teacher
Pittsburg ISD
08.2001 - 06.2021
- Delivered high-quality instruction in Pre-K, Kindergarten, English as a Second Language (ESL), and Special Education settings, with a specialization in reading development and supporting diverse learners. Demonstrated effective classroom management and consistently achieved strong student performance outcomes.
- Integrated Smart Board/Eno Board technology, various educational software programs, Brain Gym activities, and the Love and Logic behavior management approach to foster an interactive, supportive, and effective classroom environment.
- Served as Grade Level Leader for over five years, leading team collaboration and instructional planning. Actively contributed to school improvement initiatives as a member of the site-based decision-making committee.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education, Reading
East Texas A&M University
Commerce, Texas05.2001
Master of Education - Special Education-Diagnostician
Lamar University
Beaumont, Texas12.2022
Skills
- Technical Skills: Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, charts), SuccessEd, Google Workspace for Education (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Calendar), Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), Blackboard, Smartboard /Eno Board, Zoom / Google Meet, Seesaw / Remind, Canva (graphic design)
- Soft Skills: Communication – Clear, effective verbal and written expression; Collaboration / Teamwork – Working well with colleagues, families, and communities; Problem-Solving – Identifying solutions and adapting to challenges; Organization – Managing time, materials, and responsibilities efficiently; Adaptability – Staying flexible in changing environments
Certification
- Reading Self-Contained (Grades 1-8)– State Board for Educator Certification, 2001
- Early Childhood Education – State Board for Educator Certification, 2002
- English as a Second Learner (ESL) – State Board for Educator Certification, 2002
- Special Education– State Board for Educator Certification, 2021
- Diagnostician– State Board for Educator Certification, 2023
Timeline
Educational Diagnostician
Pittsburg ISD
07.2021 - Current
Elementary/Early Childhood Classroom Teacher
Pittsburg ISD
08.2001 - 06.2021
Master of Education - Special Education-Diagnostician
Lamar University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education, Reading
East Texas A&M University
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