Laurel Wurtz
Clifton,KS
Summary
Personable and dedicated K-9 KS certified teacher with 26 years of teaching experience in K-6th grade classrooms. Possesses knowledge of curriculum planning and classroom management, combined with effective communication and organizational skills. Looking for a position where I can create an engaging learning environment that helps motivate students to further their academic goals while practicing their faith.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
USD 334 Southern Cloud- Miltonvale Elementary
08.1998 - Current
- Adapt curriculum to fit student needs, providing individual and small group instruction when necessary.
- Evaluate and assess student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Establish open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, administrative staff and community.
- Maintain all responsibilities as Professional Development Chair and Teachers' Association Treasurer.
Multi-Grade Classroom Teacher
USD 334 Southern Cloud- Miltonvale Elementary
08.2003 - 12.2024
- Collaborate with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects.
- Plan lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
- 4th/5th/6th Grade Teacher- 3 years.
- 5th/6th Grade Teacher- 10 years.
- Kindergarten/1st Grade Teacher- 1 year (current position)
Head Teacher
USD 334 Southern Cloud- Miltonvale Elementary
08.2012 - 05.2022
- Mentored many beginning teachers, sharing best practices and providing constructive feedback to improve their teaching techniques.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Attended student IEP meetings in the absence of building administrator.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS12-1992
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Cloud County Community College
Concordia, KS05-1985
Skills
- Classroom management
- Active listening
- Empathy and patience
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Teacher collaboration
- Parental communication
Certification
- Certified K-9 Kansas Teacher
- LETRS Certified
- Kansas Highly Qualified Teacher
- American Red Cross CPR and First Aid Certified
Timeline
Head Teacher
USD 334 Southern Cloud- Miltonvale Elementary
08.2012 - 05.2022
Multi-Grade Classroom Teacher
USD 334 Southern Cloud- Miltonvale Elementary
08.2003 - 12.2024
Elementary School Teacher
USD 334 Southern Cloud- Miltonvale Elementary
08.1998 - Current
- Certified K-9 Kansas Teacher
- LETRS Certified
- Kansas Highly Qualified Teacher
- American Red Cross CPR and First Aid Certified
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Kansas State University
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Cloud County Community College
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