Dynamic education professional with sales experience and a proven track record at GradePower Learning, where I drove revenue growth by 20% through effective sales strategies and exceptional communication. Skilled in teaching and training, I excel in creating engaging lesson plans and fostering strong relationships with students, parents, and prospective clients alike.
Hi, I’m
Laura White
Largo,FL
Summary
Overview
14
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
GradePower LearningLargo, USA
Center Director
02.2023 - Current
Job overview
- As the Center Director, I was responsible for managing all facets of the center: hiring and managing center staff, building relationships with all stakeholders and in the community, and generating revenue through sales and client retention.
- In this position, I increased monthly revenue significantly. Most months, we were 12%–20% higher than the previous year.
Hardin County Schools (HCS)Elizabethtown, USA
Middle School Teacher
01.2022 - 05.2022
Job overview
- At this alternative school, I taught secondary English to sixth through twelfth graders.
- Responsibilities included creating lesson plans, differentiating instruction, and communicating with administration and parents.
Revolution PrepRemote, Remote
Professional Tutor
01.2020 - 12.2020
Job overview
- I tutored several subjects online. I worked one-on-one and in small groups. In addition to teaching, I also maintained records, which I used to update parents periodically.
- Subjects included English/Reading (K-post secondary), Middle School Social Studies, Math (K-Trig), SAT, ACT, GRE, and the Praxis.
KIPP TulsaTulsa, USA
ELA Teacher
07.2019 - 07.2020
Job overview
- 6th-grade ELA teacher at a Title I school.
- Responsibilities included creating lesson plans, differentiating instruction, and communicating with administration and parents.
Kindezi SchoolsAtlanta, USA
ELA Teacher
10.2015 - 06.2017
Job overview
- 5th and 6th grade ELA teacher at this charter school.
- Responsibilities included creating lesson plans, differentiating instruction, and communicating with administration and parents.
KIPP Vision Academy
6th Grade ELA Teacher
06.2014 - 03.2015
Job overview
- I taught 6th grade English at KIPP Vision Academy. Left before the end of the year on good terms with my administration for personal reasons.
KIPP Vision AcademyEast Atlanta, USA
5th Grade ELA Teacher Fellow
06.2013 - 05.2014
Job overview
- I assumed all teaching responsibilities in a fifth grade Reading & Language Arts classroom under the supervision of a master teacher mentor.
Flowing Wells High SchoolTucson, USA
9th-11th Grade ESL Teacher
07.2011 - 01.2012
Job overview
- Taught three levels of ESL students in 9th-11th grade.
- Responsibilities included creating lesson plans, differentiating instruction, and communicating with administration and parents.
Education
Mississippi University For WomenColumbus, MS
B.A. from English
05.2011
University Overview
Carol Martin Gatton Academy of Mathematics And Science in KentuckyBowling Green, KY
High School Diploma
05-2008
University Overview
John Hardin High SchoolElizabethtown, KY
High School Diploma
05.2008
University Overview
Skills
- Teaching and training
- Revenue generation
- Organizational skills
- Sales expertise
- Communication proficiency
- Computer literacy
Certification
- Teaching Certificate, 01/21 to 06/26
- Professional Cert for Teaching English, Grades 8-12
- Professional Cert for Middle Grades English and Communications, Grades 5-9
- Georgia Certificate of Eligibility ENGLISH (6-12), 07/14 to 06/19
- Georgia Clearance Certificate, 07/14 to 06/19
- Professional Educator License
Additional Information - Key Qualifications
Additional Information - Key Qualifications
- My most valuable qualification is my passion, in its purest sense, in changing the world through my students. I sincerely believe every child can learn and will reach the goals you set for them.
- Eagerness and willingness to try anything that will help my students succeed.
- Technology: Microsoft Software, Promethean and SMART Board technology, and the internet.
Timeline
Center Director
GradePower Learning
02.2023 - Current
Middle School Teacher
Hardin County Schools (HCS)
01.2022 - 05.2022
Professional Tutor
Revolution Prep
01.2020 - 12.2020
ELA Teacher
KIPP Tulsa
07.2019 - 07.2020
ELA Teacher
Kindezi Schools
10.2015 - 06.2017
6th Grade ELA Teacher
KIPP Vision Academy
06.2014 - 03.2015
5th Grade ELA Teacher Fellow
KIPP Vision Academy
06.2013 - 05.2014
9th-11th Grade ESL Teacher
Flowing Wells High School
07.2011 - 01.2012
Mississippi University For Women
B.A. from English
Carol Martin Gatton Academy of Mathematics And Science in Kentucky
High School Diploma
John Hardin High School
High School Diploma
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