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Laura McElroy

Dakota Dunes,SD

Summary

Qualified Assistant Principal with strong background in early childhood education and fostering positive and engaging learning environment. Successfully implemented creative lesson plans and activities that promote cognitive and social development. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with parents and collaborate with colleagues to achieve educational goals. Driven to continue to learn and grow professionally. Understands and implements new technologies and teaching strategies. Excellent at working with different learning styles.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

First Grade Teacher

Perry Creek School
08.2016 - Current
  • Planned lessons according to district standards and international Baccalaureate units.
  • Enhanced classroom management techniques, resulting in a more focused and productive learning environment.
  • Served as a mentor for new teachers, offering guidance on lesson planning, instructional strategies, and classroom management techniques.
  • Implemented positive behavior support strategies, promoting a respectful and inclusive classroom culture.
  • Collaborated with colleagues, and administration to plan and model research based learning strategies
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
  • Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.

Balanced Leadership Team BLT

Perry Creek School
08.2011 - Current
  • Served on school's BLT for 14 years.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Created school's Self Assessment of MTSS Implementation, schedules, IB units
  • Maintained team flexibility and embraced change to adapt with new curriculums.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.

1, 2, 3, 4, Grade Teacher

Lincoln Elementary School
08.2010 - 05.2016
  • Implemented new curriculum, strategies to align with each grade level.
  • Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
  • Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
  • Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
  • Analyzed student data to plan future lessons.
  • Collaborated with colleagues daily to plan lessons to meet standards.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.

Education

Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction

Wayne State College
Wayne, NE
05.2013

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Briar Cliff University
Sioux City, IA
05.2009

High School Diploma -

Heelan High School
05.2005

Skills

  • Curriculum development
  • Organizational skills
  • Effective time management
  • Implementing International Baccalaureate
  • Relationship building
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Classroom management
  • Professional development
  • Growth mindset
  • Technology-based instruction
  • Collaborative teamwork

Timeline

First Grade Teacher

Perry Creek School
08.2016 - Current

Balanced Leadership Team BLT

Perry Creek School
08.2011 - Current

1, 2, 3, 4, Grade Teacher

Lincoln Elementary School
08.2010 - 05.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Briar Cliff University

High School Diploma -

Heelan High School

Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction

Wayne State College

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