Laura Voelker
LANGLEY,WA
Summary
Innovative teacher with a background in fostering supportive and engaging learning environments for young learners. Skilled in developing creative lesson plans that accommodate various learning styles, promoting critical thinking and social skills. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues to enhance curriculum and student experience. Committed to making a positive impact on students' early educational journeys by nurturing curiosity, resilience, and a love for learning. Proactive in assuming leadership roles while fostering mentorship within school and district environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Crescent Harbor Elementary
Oak Harbor, WA
09.2016 - Current
- Designed and executed engaging, differentiated lessons to meet the needs of all students, including multilingual learners and students with special needs.
- Assessed student performance through observations and assessments.
- Organized hands-on activities to encourage creativity and exploration in line with play-based learning.
- Established clear expectations to promote a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Collaborated and met with parents to support student progress and development.
- Lead collaborative learning and work activities among peers through team meetings, school, and district trainings.
- Mentored new teachers on effective classroom management techniques.
- Taught second grade for five years before moving to kindergarten.
- During the COVID-19 2020-2021 school year, I provided push-in lessons in literacy, social studies, science, technology, and garden.
- Led after-school programs such as K-Kids and Garden Club.
Elementary School Teacher
Merrifield Elementary
Duncanville, TX
08.2007 - 06.2023
- Taught kindergarten, first, and second grades to foster foundational skills.
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored for diverse learners, including MLL and special needs students.
- Implemented innovative Project-Based Learning strategies to improve student engagement and understanding.
- Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.
- Collaborated with colleagues in creating interdisciplinary curriculum units.
- Tutored individual students after school hours as needed.
Kindergarten Teacher
Cockrell Hill Elementary School
DeSoto, TX
08.2004 - 06.2007
- Developed lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles and needs.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with parents to support student development and address concerns.
- Encouraged creativity through hands-on projects and interactive play experiences.
- Monitored, documented, and reported students' progress and performance.
Education
Master of Education - Literacy
Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA06-2022
Bachelor of Arts And Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Dallas Baptist University
Dallas, TX06-2004
Associate of Science - Business
University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, IN06-1991
Some College (No Degree) - Education Teacher Certification
Texas A&M University-Commerce
TXSkills
- Differentiated instruction
- Multilingual support
- Creative teaching strategies
- Hands-on activities
- Classroom management
- Faculty collaboration
- Parent-teacher communication
- Flexible
Certification
- Current WA state license
- Certified in Elementary K-4
- Endorsement in Early Childhood Education
- Endorsement in ELL
Affiliations
- Current member of MTSS team
- Member of student intervention team
- Member of Campus Leadership Team for 3 years
- Participated in ELA Fellows Program with Northwest Educational Service District 189
- Hosted and supervised student teachers
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Crescent Harbor Elementary
09.2016 - Current
Elementary School Teacher
Merrifield Elementary
08.2007 - 06.2023
Kindergarten Teacher
Cockrell Hill Elementary School
08.2004 - 06.2007
Master of Education - Literacy
Eastern Washington University
Bachelor of Arts And Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Dallas Baptist University
Associate of Science - Business
University of Southern Indiana
Some College (No Degree) - Education Teacher Certification
Texas A&M University-Commerce
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