Laura J. Gossman
Educator
Newburgh,IN
Summary
Versatile Educator with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
2
2
Certificates
8
8
years of post-secondary education
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Chandler Elementary School Warrick County School Corporation
Chandler , IN
2017.03 - Current
- Educating students with significant social emotional needs in their least restrictive environment
- Integrating behavior intervention plans with curriculum and visual supports for multiple grade levels.
- Working collaboratively with support teams of administrators, teachers, therapists, specialists and parents.
Special Education Teacher
Loge Elementary School Warrick County School Corporation
Boonville , IN
2015.01 - 2017.01
- Educating students in inclusion and resource settings.
- Integrating behavior intervention plans with curriculum and visual supports for multiple grade levels.
- Established positive working relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers, support staff and school administrators/staff.
General and Special Education Teacher
Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation
Evansville , IN
2005.08 - 2014.05
- Delivered instruction in diverse learning environments in both a general and special educator role
- Created learning and content strategies to meet needs of all students using various instructional techniques and technologies
- Cultivated connections and collaborative teams including students, teachers, support staff, school administrators, and parents
Practicum
Behavior Networks
Newburgh , IN
2011.01 - 2012.01
- Developed Functional Behavior Assessments, Behavior Intervention Plans and Learning Programs for students with Autism.
- Implemented Learning Programs for students as a line coach documenting success.
- Established positive working relationships with students, parents, fellow coaches, board certified behavior analysis’s and school staff.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education, Applied Behavior Analysis
Ball State University
Muncie, IN 2010.08 - 2012.05
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education & Elementary Education
University Of Southern Indiana
Evansville, IN 1999.08 - 2005.05
Skills
Innovative
Certification
Level 1 Google Certified Educator
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Chandler Elementary School Warrick County School Corporation
2017.03 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Loge Elementary School Warrick County School Corporation
2015.01 - 2017.01
Practicum
Behavior Networks
2011.01 - 2012.01
Master of Arts - Special Education, Applied Behavior Analysis
Ball State University
2010.08 - 2012.05
General and Special Education Teacher
Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation
2005.08 - 2014.05
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education & Elementary Education
University Of Southern Indiana
1999.08 - 2005.05
Level 1 Google Certified Educator
Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Certification
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