Lauren Atkinson
DECATUR,TX
Summary
Strengths : Achiever, Discipline, Belief, Developer, Harmony
I am a dedicated and passionate educator with 16 years of experience in elementary education. I am seeking to leverage my leadership skills to foster a positive and inclusive learning environment as an Elementary Assistant Principal. I am committed to academic excellence, student development, and supporting staff in achieving school goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary District Instructional Coach
Denton Independent School District
08.2020 - Current
- Strengthened instructional practices through modeling, co-teaching, and observing classroom instruction.
- Promoted a culture of collaboration by facilitating professional learning communities among teachers.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness by providing tailored instructional coaching and feedback.
- Facilitated continuous improvement efforts by leading professional development workshops for educators at all levels of experience.
- Supported district-wide curriculum alignment by collaborating with fellow Instructional Coaches and administrators.
- Cultivated strong partnerships between administration and faculty to align goals, expectations, and action plans.
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
- Analyzed student data, determined instructional needs, and identified research-based instructional strategies.
Reading Interventionist and Campus Literacy Coach
Denton Independent School District
08.2018 - 05.2021
- Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
- Conducted one-on-one and small group sessions to provide targeted support, fostering a positive learning environment and boosting confidence in reading abilities.
- Actively participated in professional learning communities focused on literacy instruction, sharing best practices and staying current with evolving educational trends.
- Provided ongoing professional development opportunities for teachers related to best practices in reading intervention strategies, contributing to overall school success in literacy education.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to design tailored interventions for individual student needs, resulting in improved reading abilities.
- Monitored and assessed student progress through data-driven analysis, adjusting instruction as necessary for optimal results.
- Participated and helped lead DMTSS meetings and helped set up specific systems to assist teachers in collecting data for progress monitoring.
Classroom Teacher
Denton Independent School District
08.2009 - 05.2018
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child's education.
- Served as a team leader for grade-level initiatives, coordinating efforts among faculty members to achieve shared goals related to curriculum and instruction improvement.
- Mentored new teachers entering the profession and provided feedback on their teaching methods, promoting growth within the school.
- Participated and led grade level and vertical team professional learning meetings.
Education
Masters of Education - Educational Leadership
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Studies
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX05-2009
High School Diploma -
Denton High School
Denton05-2005
Certification
Classroom Teacher
Generalist (EC-4)
English as a Second Language Generalist Grades (EC-6)
Principal
Principal as Instructional Leader Grades (EC-12)
Leadership Opportunities
- Reading Cadre 2012-2013
- Writing Cadre 2013-2014
- Literacy Leaders for Cadre 2014-2015
- Mentor Teacher for Student Teachers Stephens Elementary 2012-2017
- Mentor Teacher for New Classroom Teachers Stephens Elementary 2012-2017
- Assessment for Learning Leadership Team Stephens Elementary 2015
- Math Curriculum Writing Team 2014-2016
- Kindergarten Team Leader Stephens Elementary 2013-2016
- Language Arts Vertical Team Leader Stephens Elementary 2015-2017
- Special Programs Team Leader Nette Shultz Elementary 2019-2021
- Campus Leadership Team Stephens Elementary, Nette Shultz Elementary, and Ginnings Elementary
- Guiding Coalition Ginnings Elementary 2024-2024
- Guiding Coalition Nette Shultz Elementary 2023-2025
Accomplishments
- Stephens Elementary Teacher of the Year Recipient 2012-2013
- Stephens Elementary Hawkeye Literacy Teacher of the Year 2016-2017
- Ginnings Staff Member of the Month February 2024
- Ginnings Elementary Teacher of the Year Nominee 2023-2024
Timeline
Elementary District Instructional Coach
Denton Independent School District
08.2020 - Current
Reading Interventionist and Campus Literacy Coach
Denton Independent School District
08.2018 - 05.2021
Classroom Teacher
Denton Independent School District
08.2009 - 05.2018
Masters of Education - Educational Leadership
Stephen F. Austin State University
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Studies
Texas Tech University
High School Diploma -
Denton High School
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