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Laura Toler

Dallas,TX

Summary

Driven and effective academic professional passionate about promoting inclusion, critical thinking skills and student development through innovative teaching techniques. Skilled in managing classroom environments and student behavior with positive and proactive strategies. Excellent communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving abilities.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Golden Rule Charter School
Dallas, TX
08.2020 - Current
  • Teacher of the Year Award 2022-2023
  • Served as an advocate for special education students within the school system.

Restaurant Hostess

Kenny's Wood Fired Grill
Addison, TX
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner while maintaining a positive attitude towards guests.
  • Performed opening and closing duties such as restocking supplies and cleaning work areas.
  • Managed reservations, waitlists, and special requests for large parties.

2nd Grade Teacher

Youth Believing In Change (After School Program)
Dallas, TX
08.2015 - 03.2020
  • Created and constantly adapted curriculum to meet specific needs of diverse students.
  • Instructed students in standardized subjects, learning strategies, and skills for social development.

4th Grade Teacher

The Highlander School
Dallas, TX
08.2012 - 05.2015
  • Enhanced student engagement through interactive classroom management strategies.
  • Supported students in overcoming challenges and fostering a mindset of lifelong learning.

Education

Master of Education - Special Education

Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX
05.2012

Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations

Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX
08.2010

Skills

  • Verbal and written communication
  • Effective classroom management
  • Technology integration
  • Curriculum development
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Cognitive and behavioral development

Certification

  • All-Level Special Education Teaching Certification, Texas Education Agency
  • Registered Yoga Instructor (200 Hours), Yoga Teacher Alliance
  • Texas Food Handler Program, expires 5/22/2026

Volunteer Work

  • Citysquare, Adult Literacy Instructor
  • Lake Highlands UMC, Special Needs Ministry Volunteer
  • Special Olympics- The Arc of Northeast Tarrant County, Volunteer

Timeline

Restaurant Hostess

Kenny's Wood Fired Grill
05.2023 - 08.2023

Special Education Teacher

Golden Rule Charter School
08.2020 - Current

2nd Grade Teacher

Youth Believing In Change (After School Program)
08.2015 - 03.2020

4th Grade Teacher

The Highlander School
08.2012 - 05.2015

Master of Education - Special Education

Texas Tech University

Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations

Texas Tech University
Laura Toler