Laura Morris
Wauwatosa
Summary
Caring Early Childhood Educator with outstanding experience and enthusiasm for teaching students vital skills for development and future success. Successful in building strong teacher-student relationships using an upbeat attitude, patience and personable communication. Effective in working diligently to meet deadlines on time. Adaptable in coordinating with peers on team projects as well as working independently to achieve goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Mill Valley Elementary
08.2022 - Current
- Created and implemented IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with a variety of needs in the regular education setting.
- Advocated for rights and needs of students with special education requirements, ensuring access to appropriate resources and accommodations.
Family Nanny
Julie Kowalske
05.2020 - Current
- Engaged with children, providing nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social and intellectual growth
- Planned excursions to enhance physical abilities and expose children to stimulating educational activities
- Minimized TV and mobile device time by engaging children with games and books
- Provided transportation and support during evaluation meetings and various weekly therapies to support and work on developmental skills for a child with multiple disabilities
- Created adaptive learning materials for a child with multiple disabilities in various subject areas
Daycare Assistant Teacher
Innovation Station LLC
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development
- Collaborated with caregivers to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication
- Encouraged early literacy through read-aloud time and alphabet games
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play and learning and development activities
Education
High School Diploma -
Brookfield East High School
Brookfield, WI01.2017
Bachelor's degree - Early Childhood Education- Dual licensure in Regular Education and Special Education ages 0-8
University of Wisconsin Whitewater
05.2022
Skills
- Childcare techniques
- Differentiated instruction
- Superior communication skills
- First aid and CPR certified
- Emotionally supportive
- Flexible
- CPI Certified
- Reliable
- Small group instruction
- People oriented
- Inclusion advocate
- De-escalation techniques
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Mill Valley Elementary
08.2022 - Current
Family Nanny
Julie Kowalske
05.2020 - Current
Daycare Assistant Teacher
Innovation Station LLC
01.2017 - 01.2019
Bachelor's degree - Early Childhood Education- Dual licensure in Regular Education and Special Education ages 0-8
University of Wisconsin Whitewater
High School Diploma -
Brookfield East High School
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