Lauren Barackman
Uxbridge,MA
Summary
Patient and dedicated teacher skilled at developing and promoting interactive learning within a group environment, enhancing student engagement through culturally responsive curricula and cross-cultural communication. Expert in lesson plan development and fostering safe, positive learning environments, I've significantly contributed to community engagement and teamwork, ensuring student success and building strong relationships between staff and families.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
English Language Development Teacher
Northbridge Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
- Establishes positive relationships with parents and guardians, promoting open communication and collaboration for student success.
- Participates in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices and trends in English Language Development education.
- Promotes a growth mindset among students by celebrating individual achievements and encouraging perseverance in the face of challenges.
- Develops a culturally responsive curriculum, resulting in increased engagement and participation from diverse students.
Middle School English Teacher
Northbridge Public Schools
08.2015 - 08.2022
- Designed engaging lesson plans that addressed diverse learning styles and promoted active participation.
- Developed strong relationships with students and parents, fostering a positive learning environment. This included community fundraising to allow every student a reading book of their choice.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create an interdisciplinary approach for cross-curricular learning experiences.
Middle School English Teacher
KIPP Adelante
08.2012 - 08.2015
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Planned and supervised class projects, field trips and visits by guest speakers.
- Communicated and met with families on a regular basis regarding student progress and growth.
English Language Development Teacher
Sino-American Bridge for Education and Health
06.2012 - 08.2012
- Created a a welcoming and responsive classroom culture.
- Provided personalized instruction for English language learners to enhance their language skills and academic success.
- Regularly visited homes and learned about Chinese community and culture.
Adult English as a Second Language Teacher
Framingham Adult English as a Second Language
09.2009 - 06.2012
- Enhanced students language proficiency by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials.
- Increased student confidence through regular feedback and personalized instruction.
- Developed and taught curriculum to improve students' English grammar and conversational speaking.
Middle School English and History Teacher
Framingham Public Schools
01.2007 - 06.2012
- Employed appropriate teaching methods to cater to individual educational needs of each student.
- Fostered a positive classroom atmosphere encouraging open communication between peers and instructor alike.
- Tracked student progress using formative assessments, adjusting instructional methods accordingly for optimal results.
- Boosted student engagement through the incorporation of interactive activities, group projects, and hands-on experiences.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Cambridge College
Cambridge, MA08-2012
Bachelor of Arts - History
Framingham State University
Framingham, MA05-2008
Skills
- Cross-cultural communication
- Building relationships between staff and families
- Lesson Plan Development
- Community Engagement
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Safe, Positive Learning Environment
Timeline
English Language Development Teacher
Northbridge Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
Middle School English Teacher
Northbridge Public Schools
08.2015 - 08.2022
Middle School English Teacher
KIPP Adelante
08.2012 - 08.2015
English Language Development Teacher
Sino-American Bridge for Education and Health
06.2012 - 08.2012
Adult English as a Second Language Teacher
Framingham Adult English as a Second Language
09.2009 - 06.2012
Middle School English and History Teacher
Framingham Public Schools
01.2007 - 06.2012
Master of Arts - Education
Cambridge College
Bachelor of Arts - History
Framingham State University
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