Laura Beth Brown
Platteville
Summary
Dynamic Early Childhood Instructional Coach with a proven track record at SWCAP Head Start, enhancing classroom strategies through collaborative learning and data-driven instruction. Skilled in instructional planning and committed to continuous improvement, I empower educators to achieve significant student outcomes while fostering nurturing environments for diverse learners.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Childhood Instructional Coach
SWCAP Head Start/Early Head Start
11.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with educators to identify instructional needs and enhance classroom strategies.
- Observed classrooms to provide constructive feedback on instructional practices.
- Gathered and analyzed data to inform instructional decisions and improve student outcomes.
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
- Supported data-driven instruction by assisting teachers with analyzing assessment results and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
Kindergarten Teacher
St. Edward's School
08.2000 - 12.2001
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered a nurturing classroom environment that encouraged social and emotional growth.
- Assessed student progress through observations and tailored instructional strategies accordingly.
- Collaborated with parents to support student learning and address individual needs.
Early Childhood Educator
Harvard Community Unit School District 50
08.1993 - 06.1998
- Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Developed individualized education plans to support diverse learning needs of children.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education
Augustana University
Sioux Falls, SD05-1991
Skills
- Instructional planning skills
- Committed to continuous improvement
- Teaching strategies
- Collaborative learning
Certification
- Conscious Discipline Institute Training - June 9 - 14, 2024
- Coaching 2.5 Institute Training - June 26 - 28, 2022
- Practice Based Coaching Training Institute - October 20 - 21, 2022
Timeline
Early Childhood Instructional Coach
SWCAP Head Start/Early Head Start
11.2019 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
St. Edward's School
08.2000 - 12.2001
Early Childhood Educator
Harvard Community Unit School District 50
08.1993 - 06.1998
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education
Augustana University
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