Laura Wilkinson
Suwanee
Summary
Dynamic elementary educator with a proven track record of driving high student achievement through innovative, inquiry-based instruction that fosters critical thinking and deep conceptual understanding. Expertise in differentiating curriculum for advanced learners, complemented by hands-on experience with Beast Academy and training in Math 360 instructional practices, resulting in exceptional Georgia Milestones outcomes. Collaborative leader committed to professional growth and adept at fostering a supportive classroom environment that accommodates diverse learning needs while maintaining high standards of engagement and measurable results. Proficient in developing engaging lesson plans and implementing effective classroom management strategies, ensuring all students are challenged and motivated to excel.
Overview
1
1
Certification
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
3rd Grade, 4th Grade, and 5th Grade Teacher
Brookwood Elementary School — Forsyth County Schools
01.2009 - Current
- Designed and implemented engaging, differentiated instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners, including gifted and advanced students
- Fostered strong student growth and consistently high academic performance
- Collaborated with colleagues to analyze student data and develop targeted instructional strategies
- Created classroom environments that encouraged critical thinking, creativity, and student ownership of learning
- Supported social-emotional learning through relationship-centered classroom practices
4th Grade Teacher
Johns Creek Elementary School
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Delivered standards-based instruction in all core subject areas
- Incorporated collaborative learning and enrichment opportunities to challenge students at varying academic levels
1st Grade Teacher and EIP Specialist
Big Creek Elementary School
01.2000 - 01.2004
- Provided targeted intervention support for students needing academic assistance
- Collaborated with classroom teachers and families to improve student achievement
1st Grade, 2nd Grade, and 3rd Grade Teacher
Maddux Elementary School — Forest Hills School District, Cincinnati, Ohio
Cincinnati, Ohio
01.1986 - 01.1998
- Led implementation of Responsive Classroom strategies to support positive school culture and student engagement
- Mentored colleagues in effective classroom management and community-building practices
- Responsive Classroom Lead Teacher
Education
Ed.S. -
Augusta University
Augusta, GA01-2025
M.A. - Education
Northern Kentucky University
Highland Heights, KY01-1992
B.S. - Education
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH01-1986
Skills
- Student engagement
- Parent-teacher communication
- Collaborative learning
- Science instruction
- Teaching mathematics
- Special needs support
- Growth mindset
- Assessment strategies
- Cultural sensitivity
Certification
- Georgia Educator Certificate – Level T-6
- Elementary Education (P–5)
- Middle Grades Language Arts (4–8)
- Middle Grades Science (4–8)
- Middle Grades Social Studies (4–8)
- Gifted In-Field Endorsement
- ESOL Endorsement
HONORS & AWARDS
Kappa Delta Pi International Honor Society in Education, Ohio Writing Project Fellow, Miami University, Oxford, OH
LEADERSHIP & ENRICHMENT EXPERIENCE
- Beast Academy Classroom Pilot Teacher, Advanced Content Model, 2025–2026
- Gifted Cluster Model Teacher, 2024-2025
- Brookwood Elementary Math Leadership Team, 2024-2026
- Math 360 training, 2024
- Math Kangaroo Testing, 2025
- Instructional Extension Teacher, 2011–2018
- Camp Invention Instructor, 2012–2019
Timeline
3rd Grade, 4th Grade, and 5th Grade Teacher
Brookwood Elementary School — Forsyth County Schools
01.2009 - Current
4th Grade Teacher
Johns Creek Elementary School
01.2007 - 01.2009
1st Grade Teacher and EIP Specialist
Big Creek Elementary School
01.2000 - 01.2004
1st Grade, 2nd Grade, and 3rd Grade Teacher
Maddux Elementary School — Forest Hills School District, Cincinnati, Ohio
01.1986 - 01.1998
B.S. - Education
University of Cincinnati
M.A. - Education
Northern Kentucky University
Ed.S. -
Augusta University