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Laura Powell

Lubbock

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Shallowater ISD, excelling in classroom management and relationship building. Enhanced student engagement through innovative lesson planning and collaborative learning. A positive role model, I fostered a supportive environment, empowering students to thrive academically and socially while implementing effective behavior management strategies.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher Life Skills

Shallowater ISD
08.2023 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.

Paraprofessional

Shallowater ISD
08.2021 - 08.2023
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
  • Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.

Financial Counselor

Covenant Children's Hosptial
09.2015 - 08.2021
  • Worked with clients to develop personal recommendations for improvement of financial circumstances, reducing debt and increasing income.
  • Cultivated a positive, non-judgmental environment for clients to openly discuss their financial challenges and concerns.
  • Increased client confidence in managing personal finances by providing tools and resources for long-term success.
  • Conducted interviews with patients and family members and answered questions regarding insurance benefits.

Retail Sales Manager

Cardinals Sports Center
08.2011 - 09.2014
  • Facilitated high volumes of cash, credit, and gift card transactions, verifying cash drawer balance at end of each shift.
  • Boosted sales performance by implementing effective visual merchandising and store layouts.
  • Trained new sales associates on company policies, selling techniques, and customer service best practices to maximize their potential.
  • Maintained company's visual merchandise standards through general housekeeping and planograms.
  • Addressed customer complaints professionally and efficiently, resulting in satisfied customers who continued to patronize the store.
  • Recruited, hired and trained associates to develop into productive team members with excellent product knowledge.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - General Studies

West Texas A&M University
Canyon, TX
05-2023

Associate of Arts - Behavioral Sciences

South Plains College
Levelland, TX
05-2014

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning
  • Motivating students
  • Behavior management
  • Positive role model and mentor
  • Classroom instruction
  • Conflict resolution
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Collaborative learning
  • Innovative lesson planning

Accomplishments

  • Won “Teacher of the Month” award at Shallowater High School in 2024.
  • Named "Teacher of the Year" at Shallowater High School in 2025.

Certification

  • Special Education Certified K-12

Timeline

Teacher Life Skills

Shallowater ISD
08.2023 - Current

Paraprofessional

Shallowater ISD
08.2021 - 08.2023

Financial Counselor

Covenant Children's Hosptial
09.2015 - 08.2021

Retail Sales Manager

Cardinals Sports Center
08.2011 - 09.2014

Bachelor of Arts - General Studies

West Texas A&M University

Associate of Arts - Behavioral Sciences

South Plains College

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