Laura Rademacher
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
State credentialed, enthusiastic, positive, flexible, ninth year Elementary School teacher passionately dedicated to the educational and personal development and achievement of all students
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
2nd and 3rd Grade Teacher
Centennial Elementary School
08.2018 - Current
- Taught Wonders and CKLA (Reading Skills and Knowledge), Eureka Math and Eureka Squared with rigor and fidelity.
- Assisted with school-wide initiatives focused on increasing literacy rates among students, implementing targeted interventions for struggling readers. Taught Phonics for Reading, UFLI, ECRI, SIPPS, and Read Naturally.
- Experienced in DIBELS, IReady, CMAS, Dojo, CogAT, Character Strong, EduCLIMBER, Canvas, and Renaissance DnA.
- Created learning targets and success criteria for each lesson.
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards for 2nd and 3rd grade curricula.
- Fostered a positive and inclusive classroom environment enhancing student engagement and participation.
- Implemented assessment strategies to evaluate student progress and adapt instruction accordingly.
- Grew to be highly effective at classroom management.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Maintained effective communication with parents regarding student performance and classroom activities.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and research, continually improving instructional effectiveness.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices and develop innovative teaching methods, enhancing overall instructional quality.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth. Built strong, caring relationships with my students.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in the educational process.
- Utilized educational technology tools to enhance learning experiences and streamline administrative tasks.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices for classroom management and instructional strategies.
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate the diverse needs of each student, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent communication with students and parents.
- Managed extracurricular activities such as clubs or tutoring programs, offering additional support for students'' growth outside of the classroom setting.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards, and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
- Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
- Organized extracurricular activities that supported social development and teamwork among students.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents through regular communication and involvement in school events, promoting a supportive community for student success.
- Enhanced student understanding by incorporating diverse teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Designed interactive classroom displays that showcased student achievements and reinforced key concepts from lessons, creating a visually stimulating learning environment.
- Implemented assessment strategies to track student progress, adjusting instruction accordingly for optimal results.
- Developed engaging lesson plans that incorporated relevant topics, fostering an interest in learning across various subjects.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
Private Tutor
Club Z In-Home Tutoring and Test Preparation
11.2017 - Current
Private in-home tutoring of an advanced sixth grade student in all subject areas, especially Pre-Algebra and ScienceSuccessful in maintaining an A plus average
Community Service: Reading Mentor
Westside Community Center
01.2010 - 05.2011
Volunteered in Reading Mentor ProgramProvided extra reading support to students in an after school program
(Worked consistently as a restaurant server in between)
(Worked consistently as a restaurant server in between)
Educational Assistant
Mesa Ridge High School
- 04.2008
Worked as an educational assistant in the Special Education Department Assisted and supported a student with Cerebral Palsy until his graduation
Provided additional support to students with special needs in general education classroomsTutored students with special needs in all content areas
Provided additional support to students with special needs in general education classroomsTutored students with special needs in all content areas
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biology/Elementary Education
University of Colorado Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO, United States2013
Skills
- Strong work ethic, time management, multi-tasking, problem solving, critical thinking, and organizational skills
- Effective verbal and written communication, parent-teacher communication, professional demeanor
- Classroom management, student motivation, positive reinforcement, student engagement, relationship building, conflict resolution
- Reliability, adaptability, flexibility, positivity, patience, persistence, continuous learning and improvement
- Differentiated literacy, math, science, and social studies instruction
- Lesson planning, progress monitoring, and data-driven instruction
- Teamwork, collaboration, relationship building
- Cultural awareness, emotional intelligence
Affiliations
Curriculum Development and Design
- Developed innovative, creative and well-organized lesson plans and practical application exercises for the classroom
- Designed, developed and implemented daily lessons for 30 students with a wide range of learning styles, special needs, strengths, and weaknesses
- Planned and conducted activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provided students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate
- Created a Life Science unit targeting a wide range of learners to create an engaging and effective educational experience
Classroom Management
- Created a productive and orderly learning environment using a variety of positive reinforcement and active engagement strategies
Dynamic Teaching Techniques
- Instructed students in academic subjects using a variety of techniques such as phonetics, multi-sensory learning, and repetition to reinforce learning
- Employed special educational strategies and techniques during instruction to improve the development of sensory/perceptual/motor skills, language, cognition, and memory.
Goal Setting
- Established clear objectives for all lessons/projects and communicated with students, achieving a total understanding of grading rubric and overall class expectations
Parent Communication
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and to determine priorities and resource needs
Certification
- Elementary Education Teaching License - 5/4/2018-2/18/2028
- Colorado READ Act - 5/29/2022
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
2nd and 3rd Grade Teacher
Centennial Elementary School
08.2018 - Current
Private Tutor
Club Z In-Home Tutoring and Test Preparation
11.2017 - Current
Community Service: Reading Mentor
Westside Community Center
01.2010 - 05.2011
Educational Assistant
Mesa Ridge High School
- 04.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Biology/Elementary Education
University of Colorado Colorado Springs