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Lauren Black

Gilbert,AZ

Summary

Dedicated educator with over 25 years of experience in teaching, coaching, and instructional leadership. Recognized for fostering student growth, building positive school culture, and developing high-impact training for educators. Passionate about supporting teachers through collaboration, data-informed practices, and authentic professional development.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Professional Development Instructor

Charter One
07.2024 - Current
  • Facilitate a PLC for Instructional Coaches
  • Deliver targeted training and coaching to educators aligned with instructional best practices
  • Collaborate with leadership to design professional development programming

Teacher

American Leadership Academy Gilbert North
07.2020 - 06.2024
  • Taught with a focus on student growth and classroom management
  • Coached JV Cheer and sponsored Student Government (STUGO)

Teacher

Imagine West Gilbert
07.2012 - 06.2020
  • Was named Teacher of the Year (2017–2018)
  • Served as an A+ Awarded Shared Values Leader, providing character development for students and staff

Chile Life Assistant

Banner Children's Hospital
07.2007 - 10.2017
  • Planned and implemented therapeutic activities, events, and support groups for pediatric patients and families
  • Trained and managed community volunteers

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education And Management

Charter Oak State College

Associate of Applied Science - Child Development

Maricopa Community Colleges, Mesa Community College
Mesa, AZ

Skills

    Instructional Coaching and Professional Development

    Classroom Management and Engagement

    Teacher Mentorship and Collaboration

    Public Speaking and Training Facilitation

Timeline

Professional Development Instructor

Charter One
07.2024 - Current

Teacher

American Leadership Academy Gilbert North
07.2020 - 06.2024

Teacher

Imagine West Gilbert
07.2012 - 06.2020

Chile Life Assistant

Banner Children's Hospital
07.2007 - 10.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education And Management

Charter Oak State College

Associate of Applied Science - Child Development

Maricopa Community Colleges, Mesa Community College