Lauren Adams
English Teacher And Reading Coach
CEDAR KEY,FL
Summary
Dedicated teacher with 15+ years of classroom experience teaching students in grades 8- 12. Looking to enhance student achievement through engaging lessons and student-centered learning.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Reading Coach
Cedar Key School
08.2023 - Current
- Strengthened relationships with parents by maintaining open lines of communication regarding their child''s progress.
- Coordinated special events designed to raise awareness around the importance of strong literacy skills within the broader community.
- Assisted in the development of school-wide literacy initiatives, contributing to improved overall reading performance.
- Improved student engagement by developing innovative lesson plans tailored to individual learning styles.
- Monitored student progress closely, implementing necessary adjustments to instructional techniques as needed.
- Served as a resource for colleagues seeking guidance on effective literacy practices, sharing expertise generously across the school community.
- Implemented research-based strategies for teaching phonics, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension skills effectively.
- Boosted students'' reading fluency through targeted interventions and customized practice exercises.
- Evaluated instructional materials for effectiveness and alignment with curriculum standards, ensuring high-quality resources were utilized consistently.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators and parents to determine how best to support student success.
- Maintained records of student assessments, tutoring activities and results.
- Assessed student learning needs and provided relevant instruction to close knowledge gaps.
English Teacher
Cedar Key School
08.2011 - Current
- Mentored new teachers within the department, sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective teaching methods.
- Implemented project-based learning activities that encouraged collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills among students.
- Led after-school tutoring sessions for students needing extra support or enrichment opportunities, resulting in improved academic outcomes.
- Increased student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to remain current on educational trends and research-based strategies for instruction.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
- Coordinated activities to encourage interest in reading.
English and Intensive Reading Teacher
Williston High School
08.2010 - 07.2011
- Established clear expectations for behavior and academic achievement, promoting a structured and supportive learning atmosphere conducive to success in intensive reading coursework.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, sharing best practices, techniques, and resources to support their success in teaching intensive reading courses.
- Facilitated literature circles, guiding students through meaningful discussions and analysis of complex texts.
- Managed resources effectively, including textbooks, supplemental materials, technology devices, ensuring accessibility for all students in the intensive reading program.
Intensive Reading Teacher
Ed White High School
08.2007 - 07.2010
- Implemented data-driven instructional practices, resulting in noticeable improvements in students'' reading proficiency levels.
- Managed resources effectively, including textbooks, supplemental materials, technology devices, ensuring accessibility for all students in the intensive reading program.
- Coordinated after-school programs designed specifically for strengthening critical thinking skills related to reading comprehension tasks.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects that reinforced reading skills across various subjects.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL 05.2001 -
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN 05.2001 -
Skills
Progress Monitoring
Writing instruction
Reading Intervention
Collaborative learning
Lesson Planning
Building Rapport and Trust
Adaptability and Flexibility
Organization and Planning Skills
Differentiated Instruction
Timeline
Reading Coach
Cedar Key School
08.2023 - Current
English Teacher
Cedar Key School
08.2011 - Current
English and Intensive Reading Teacher
Williston High School
08.2010 - 07.2011
Intensive Reading Teacher
Ed White High School
08.2007 - 07.2010
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of North Florida
05.2001 -
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
American College of Education
05.2001 -