Laura Ann Smith
Teacher
Perry,Georgia
Summary
Charismatic and dependable teacher with 16 years of experience in grades Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd. Committed to providing students with a classroom that is safe and conducive to learning. Proficient in excellent communication, problem solving and implementation of research based instruction as well as Science of Reading.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Reading Endorsement
1
1
Bachelors of Science Elementary Education
1
1
Masters of Science Reading and Literacy
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Parkwood Elementary School
01.2007 - Current
Education
BS - Early Childhood
Mercer University
08.2003 - 12.2006
Master of Science - Reading And Literacy
Walden University
08.2009 - 05.2010
Skills
Fountas & Pinnell resourcesResponse to Intervention (RTI)Professional Learning Community (PLC)Classroom management (PBIS)Technology aptitude: Google Classroom, Zoom, SMART boardEducation Intervention Plan (EIP) Host teacherSpecial Education Host TeacherStudent-centered learningVirtual Teacher CertifiedTeaching Experience SynopsisProvides Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 instructionIncorporates exciting and engaging activities to reinforce student participation in hands-on learningEnhances student learning by optimizing wide range of instructional approaches and innovative classroom activitiesDevelops rapport with students and families, building positive classroom communityObserves and evaluates students’ academic performance, behavior, social development and physical healthKeeps students on-task with proactive behavior modifications and positive reinforcement strategiesReviews curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student knowledge and understandingSupports student teachers by monitoring classroom management, lesson planning and instructional practices
Certification
Reading Endorsement
Timeline
Reading Endorsement
05-2022
Master of Science - Reading And Literacy
Walden University
08.2009 - 05.2010
Parkwood Elementary School
01.2007 - Current
BS - Early Childhood
Mercer University
08.2003 - 12.2006