Lauren Brown
Marion,IN
Summary
Innovative Kindergarten Teacher creates individualized lesson plans promoting intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth of students. Adapts instructional strategies to meet various learning needs and objectives. Student-centric instructor with unwavering commitment to optimizing success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher, Kindergarten
Marion Community Schools
Marion, IN
10.2021 - Current
- Developed lesson plans consistent with established guidelines and goals.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and grades as required by school policy.
- Attended professional development workshops in order to stay abreast of current trends in education.
- Monitored student behavior throughout the day to ensure safety rules were being followed.
- Taught basic academic lessons related to color, shape and number and letter recognition.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Developed positive relationships with students, families, staff members, and outside agencies.
- Established and reinforced rules for behavior policies and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
- Integrated variety of educational programs to develop strong academic foundation.
- Implemented focused lessons for literacy readiness highlighting phonics, language comprehension and writing abilities.
- Created and maintained safe learning environment for students.
- Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation and growth.
- Assessed each child's developmental needs on continuous basis.
- Collaborated with colleagues on various projects related to curriculum development and assessment strategies.
- Utilized appropriate teaching methods to motivate students in academic tasks.
- Utilized current technology to enhance student learning.
- Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings, and increase overall student happiness.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
- Incorporated differentiated instruction into daily lessons in order to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Facilitated parent and teacher conferences in order to discuss student progress.
- Supervised students on school grounds, field trips and during various school functions.
Lead Teacher
The Learning Community Charter School
Fort Wayne , IN
08.2019 - 04.2020
- Organized activities to promote physical, mental and social development of each child.
- Participated in weekly faculty meetings by providing updates on departmental goals or objectives.
Educational Assistant
Little Giants Preschool
Marion, IN
08.2017 - 05.2019
- Handled clerical duties, managed classrooms and coordinated documents for teachers.
- Monitored students in class, hallways and cafeteria to enforce school rules.
- Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
- Observed students to help teachers identify potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.
- Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions with students who needed extra support.
- Customized small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.
- Participated in team teaching activities such as small group instruction or whole class discussions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Indiana University - Purdue University Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne, IN12-2021
Some College (No Degree) - Education
Indiana University Kokomo
Kokomo, INSome College (No Degree) - Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UTMaster of Arts - Elementary Education/ Response To Intervention
Ball State University
Muncie, INSkills
- Documentation and Reporting
- Social-Emotional Learning
- Multicultural Education
- Child Development
- Early Childhood Development
- Parent Communication
- Faculty Collaboration
- Classroom Management
- First Aid and Safety
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teacher, Kindergarten
Marion Community Schools
10.2021 - Current
Lead Teacher
The Learning Community Charter School
08.2019 - 04.2020
Educational Assistant
Little Giants Preschool
08.2017 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Indiana University - Purdue University Fort Wayne
Some College (No Degree) - Education
Indiana University Kokomo
Some College (No Degree) - Education
Western Governors University
Master of Arts - Elementary Education/ Response To Intervention
Ball State University
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