Laura Meade
Summary
Experienced classroom teacher effectively combines real-life experience with many hours of student teaching to provide an engaging and interactive learning environment. Educational professional accomplished in organizing teacher curricula, assisting with lessons and collaborating with other professionals to provide the highest level of education for each student. Utilizes technology with several years of diverse experience. Skilled in enhancing systems and aligning technical solutions with business objectives. Proven success in leading projects from start to finish and contributing to organizational growth and success.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Work History
Classroom teacher
28 Years 3 Months- Taught an average of 18 students per class.
- Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as oral reading fluency, phonics, and comprehension.
- Planned and led activities to develop students’ physical, emotional and social growth.
- Conducted engaging reading lessons for students to enhance literacy skills.
- Prepared reports and paperwork for parent-teacher conferences.
- Prepared instruction materials, including making copies, constructing bulletin boards and setting up work areas.
- Graded tests and papers and recorded grades for teaching staff.
- Reported on student progress, behavior and social skills to parents.
- Maintained head count and attendance sheets.
- Assigned homework assignments and quizzes and wrote corresponding keys.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Observed and evaluated students' performance, behavior, social development and physical health.
- Encouraged interactive learning by incorporating educational software and the Internet.
- Planned and implemented creative lessons in accordance with district, county, state and federal guidelines.
- Completed and filed all necessary paperwork for classroom activities, including meal count sheets and attendance logs.
- Created an enjoyable and interesting learning environment for 36 students each year.
- Maintained accurate and complete records for 36 students.
- Worked with other teachers and administrators to evaluate and revise elementary school programs.
- Pursued professional development continually by attending educational conferences and teacher training workshops.
- Developed IEPs.
Education
High School Diploma
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education k-8
Skills
Timeline
Classroom teacher
Marshall University
SWVCTC
Chapmanville High School
Work History
Catpult Learning- Jody Trudell Supervisor (352) 817-6251
Ridgeview Global Studies Academy Ralph Frier Director (863) 602-1299
Bethune Academy- Sharon Knowles Principal (863) 421-3334 address: 900 Ave F Haines City, FL 33844