Laura Sosik
Avoca,PA
Summary
Dynamic educator and policy advisor with extensive experience at Teach Plus and the Scranton School District, demonstrating a strong ability to enhance student performance through innovative educational research and critical thinking initiatives. Proven expertise in literacy strategies and education policy, effectively translating complex challenges into actionable solutions via strategic planning and informed decision-making.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Grade 2 Teacher
Scranton School District
Scranton, Pennsylvania
07.2007 - Current
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Assessed students' performance through tests, quizzes, projects, and assignments.
National Policy Advisory Board, Senior Fellow
Teach Plus, National
Washington, DC
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Met with federal offices to ensure the policy met best practices.
- Met frequently to thought partner with the U.S. Department of Education, as well as the Secretary of Education of Ed. Dr. Miguel Cardona.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to advise on federal policy.
- Prepared and presented policy briefings.
- Established relationships with Federal offices.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
Teach Plus PA Senior Policy Fellow
Teach Plus, PA
Philadelphia, PA
03.2020 - 06.2022
- Testified at hearings regarding the impact of illiteracy on our community.
- Spoke at press conferences to amplify awareness of unconstitutional school funding practices.
- Conducted research into applicable laws, regulations, and precedents.
- Drafted and published documents such as one-pagers and op-eds.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
East Stroudsburg, PA05-2007
Skills
- Educational research
- Multimedia presentations
- Problem-solving skills
- Literacy strategies
- Progress Monitoring
- Early Childhood Education
- Policy Knowledge
- Report writing skills
Accomplishments
- 2025 PA Teacher of the Year Semi-finalist
- Additional coursework in Language Essentials for Teaching Reading and Spelling (LETRS)
- Contributor: Funding Our Future: Teach Plus Pennsylvania Teacher Leaders on Fixing an Inadequate and Inequitable School Funding System
Timeline
National Policy Advisory Board, Senior Fellow
Teach Plus, National
01.2023 - 12.2024
Teach Plus PA Senior Policy Fellow
Teach Plus, PA
03.2020 - 06.2022
Grade 2 Teacher
Scranton School District
07.2007 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Education
East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
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