Laura Thompson
Camdenton,MO
Summary
Friendly and outgoing educator focused on comprehensive, life-based approaches to education. Energetic problem-solver, skill-builder and conflict resolver. I am a versatile and dedicated. I am empathetic and accommodating in the design and implementation of hands-on lessons. I have exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of students. I have beem successful in classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Teacher
Camdenton R3
08.2021 - Current
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Incorporated technology into lesson planning to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
Paraprofessional Educator
Camdenton R-3 School
09.2017 - 12.2019
- Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher
- Assessed student assignments to check quality and completeness and assign grades
- Organized classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments
- Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons
- Created lesson materials, visuals and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety
- Provided support during classes, group lessons and classroom activities
- Assessed student social, emotional and academic needs to plan goals appropriately
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes
- Oversaw 22 children at once managing small groups of 6 children and worked with students individually one on one
Education
Master of Science -
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN09.2024
Baccalaureate Studies - Elementary Education
Columbia College
Columbia, MO04.2021
Skills
- Behavioral improvements
- Safety awareness
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Google Slides, Google Docs
- Organizational skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Technology integration
- Relationship Building
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Lesson Planning
Certification
Early Childhood Birth-3rd
Elementary 1-6th
Family And Consumer Science 9th-12th
Timeline
Elementary Teacher
Camdenton R3
08.2021 - Current
Paraprofessional Educator
Camdenton R-3 School
09.2017 - 12.2019
Master of Science -
Capella University
Baccalaureate Studies - Elementary Education
Columbia College