Laura Walker
Martinez,GA
Summary
Committed elementary math and science teacher with strengths in educational planning, technology integration, and experience helping both adults and children master their academic goals. Collaborated with teachers and administrators to improve student understanding of material and provide better teaching methods.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
4th Grade Teacher
Columbia County Board Of Education
Evans, GA
10.2020 - Current
- Planned small group and whole group lessons aligned to GA Standards of Excellence that addressed the needs of all unique learners
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to design engaging lesson plans, reinforcing key concepts
- Utilized assessment data to inform instructional decisions, tailoring lesson plans to target areas needing improvement.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, establishing clear expectations and consequences while fostering a respectful learning environment.
Instructional Technology Facilitator
Washington County School District
Plymouth, NC
07.2013 - 01.2015
- Facilitated implementation of Google Chromebook 1-1 initiative across school district
- Monitored instructional process in all content areas and helped educators incorporate technology and best practices into their daily instruction
- Developed and modeled lessons for educators in their classrooms in various grade levels (K-12) using North Carolina and Common Core Standards
- Worked closely with media coordinators and classroom teachers to prepare and co-teach lessons infused with technology and digital literacy
- Provided subject matter expertise and implemented best training practices and adult learning principles in planning and creation of instructional materials that utilized various forms of technology available
- Collaborated with administrators and teachers to evaluate data and plan lessons that would engage struggling learners across all subject areas
- Reached out to vendors to evaluate available literacy programs and remediation applications
- Designed, implemented, and managed successful training programs to meet both district and school needs
Professional Development Manager
Logical Choice Technologies
Lawrenceville, GA
01.2010 - 06.2013
- Conferred with educators to identify current classroom concerns and diversify instructional strategies using Promethean ActivClassroom
- Created and oversaw technology training programs for districts such as Atlanta Public Schools, Buffalo Public Schools, Los Angeles Unified School District, San Diego Public Schools, and Newark Public Schools
- Assisted school districts with creating customized educational content that met the learning needs of their students, faculty, and staff
- Worked with leading industry experts to write and develop curriculum for Letters Alive early literacy reading program that was aligned to K Common Core Standards
- Created a series of pre-recorded and live training videos on many different types of technologies (both hardware and software) that could be used in academic settings
Educational Technology Facilitator
Logical Choice Technologies
Lawrenceville, GA
07.2008 - 01.2010
- Collaborated with administrators to determine course objectives aligned with each school's specific needs
- Designed, implemented, and managed successful training programs to meet department, school, and district curriculum
- Provided subject matter expertise on all courses, materials, and lesson plans for K20+
- Instructed thousands of teachers through lectures, discussions, group activities, and demonstrations on proper use and incorporation of various educational technologies into their existing lessons
Fourth And Fifth Grade Teacher
Burke County Schools
Waynesboro, GA
07.2005 - 06.2008
- Assessed student learning and understanding by creating engaging lessons that required direct interaction from students
- Planned and delivered lessons according to district standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardized tests while creating a fun and inviting environment for student learning in all core subject areas
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions
- Trained in Terry Alderman Classroom Management Method
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in the educational process
- Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art technologies
- Worked with special education teacher to provide instruction in inclusive math classroom.
First Grade Teacher
Newton County School District
Covington, GA
06.2004 - 07.2005
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict resolution, critical thinking, and communication
- Created daily literacy activity centers to foster a love of reading and language mastery
- Created lesson plans using GA Quality Core Curriculum.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
Education
Education Specialists - Curriculum And Instruction
Augusta University
Augusta, GA12-2025
Master of Education: Instructional Technology -
Troy State University
Troy, AL05-2008
Bachelor of Science: Elementary Education -
Augusta State University
Augusta, GA05-2004
High School Diploma -
Westside High School
Augusta, GA05-2000
Skills
- Elementary Beta Club Sponsor
- Gifted Endorsement
- Reading Endorsement
- Technology integration
- Leadership Team Member
- CCBOE Teacher Leader Course
Certification
- Gifted Endorsement
- Reading Endorsement
- GA P-5 Early Childhood
- NC K-6 Teaching Certificate
- Google Educator
Timeline
4th Grade Teacher
Columbia County Board Of Education
10.2020 - Current
Instructional Technology Facilitator
Washington County School District
07.2013 - 01.2015
Professional Development Manager
Logical Choice Technologies
01.2010 - 06.2013
Educational Technology Facilitator
Logical Choice Technologies
07.2008 - 01.2010
Fourth And Fifth Grade Teacher
Burke County Schools
07.2005 - 06.2008
First Grade Teacher
Newton County School District
06.2004 - 07.2005
Bachelor of Science: Elementary Education -
Augusta State University
High School Diploma -
Westside High School
Education Specialists - Curriculum And Instruction
Augusta University
Master of Education: Instructional Technology -
Troy State University
References
References available upon request.