Lauren Bayless
San Jose,CA
Summary
Dedicated and empowering educator skilled in adapting to diverse classroom environments and addressing student needs. Expertise in student engagement, mentoring, and implementing IEP, RTI, SST, and 504 intervention plans. Recognized for fostering positive relationships with students, staff, and parents while maintaining respectful classroom discipline. Proven ability to enhance student engagement through relationships and effective communication strategies.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
San Jose Unified School District
San Jose, CA
08.2025 - Current
- Delivered engaging standards-based lessons across diverse subjects to varied student groups.
- Cultivated a positive learning environment to enhance classroom management and student engagement.
- Collaborated with full-time teachers to ensure lesson continuity and alignment with curriculum goals.
- Adapted instructional materials to cater to individual learning styles and needs.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and observations to identify areas for growth.
- Provided individual and small group support to enhance mastery of assignments.
- Communicated effectively with parents and staff regarding academic progress.
Early Childhood Caregiver
Self-employeed
San Jose, CA
08.2014 - 08.2025
- Established safe, nurturing environments for children to foster exploration and learning.
- Fostered communication with parents regarding children's progress and individual needs.
- Participated in professional development sessions to remain current on best practices in early childhood education.
- Collaborated with executive leadership during board meetings to influence strategic direction of Bay Area preschools.
- Engaged in public relations activities to promote educational mission, vision, values, and services of local cooperative preschools.
Elementary School Teacher
Adams 14 School District
Commerce City, Colorado
08.2012 - 06.2014
- Developed differentiated lessons tailored for varied learning abilities in third and fourth grade.
- Incorporated technology into classroom projects to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Partnered with writing expert Mark Overmeyer to elevate overall student writing proficiency.
- Focused on advancing lowest performing fourth grade students to achieve grade level competency in all subjects.
- Utilized assessment analysis to design targeted intervention and enrichment lesson plans.
- Established a positive school-wide behavior initiative promoting a respectful learning atmosphere.
- Engaged in collaborative efforts with colleagues to refine teaching methodologies and strategies.
Education
Master of Science - Elementary Education
University of Colorado, Denver
Denver, CO06-2012
Bachelor of Science - Biology With A Concentration in Zoology
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA12-2010
Skills
- Standards based lesson planning and curriculum alignment
- Classroom management strategies
- Student assessment techniques
- Adaptive instruction methods
- Educational technology integration
- Data analysis
- Team collaboration
- Parent communication skills
Timeline
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
San Jose Unified School District
08.2025 - Current
Early Childhood Caregiver
Self-employeed
08.2014 - 08.2025
Elementary School Teacher
Adams 14 School District
08.2012 - 06.2014
Master of Science - Elementary Education
University of Colorado, Denver
Bachelor of Science - Biology With A Concentration in Zoology
San Francisco State University