Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Volunteer Experience
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Timeline
Volunteer
LAUREN CLAUSON

LAUREN CLAUSON

Summary

Dynamic leader with extensive educational experience at St. Paul Public Schools, specializing in case management and IEP implementation. Passionate advocate for diverse youth and family systems. Proven ability to enhance student engagement and foster collaborative relationships with families and stakeholders. Adept at implementing individualized lesson plans and promoting social development, ensuring diverse learners achieve their fullest potential.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING ITINERANT TEACHER

ST PAUL PUBLIC SCHOOLS
St. Paul, MN
08.2013 - Current
  • Developed Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) to meet learners' needs
  • Implemented IEPs for students ranging from preschool to post-secondary
  • Worked with a trans-disciplinary team in planning and developing appropriate IEP goals.
  • Facilitated collaborative meetings with families, administration, and medical professionals to align support strategies for students.
  • Collaborated with families and guardians to enhance learning experiences and support diverse student needs in classroom settings.
  • Prioritized relationships with families as a way to support their children's transition plans to move students to targeted career, vocational and life skills.
  • Case management for a variety of learners with varying needs
  • Modified classroom layout and resources to accommodate diverse learning needs.
  • Oversaw use assistive technology and specialized equipment for students
  • Attended professional development activities to learn best practices in teaching a variety of learners
  • Adapted teaching strategies to accommodate various learning styles and abilities.
  • Gathered data to measure student progress and determine learner needs.
  • Supervised and guided assistants and aides working with students.
  • Assisted students in developing social awareness and self-advocacy skills across various environments.
  • Maintained organized due process paperwork using a variety of platforms
  • Observed confidentiality rules and regulations to secure student data.
  • Provided in-service training for staff in the general education and specialized settings

Board Co-Chair

Seward Child Care Center
Minneapolis, MN
08.2023 - 05.2025
  • Advocated for children's needs, ensuring representation within community initiatives and stakeholder discussions.
  • Collaborated with staff to create educational programs that fostered engagement and learning for children.
  • Oversaw budget management and resource allocation for child care services.
  • Coordinated training sessions for staff on best practices in child development.
  • Developed partnerships with local organizations to expand and improve service offerings for children and families.
  • Compiled reports summarizing progress of events before, during, and after completion.
  • Attended meetings organized by the chair and stakeholders involved in the event.
  • Prepared presentations summarizing key points from previous meetings or events attended by chair or stakeholders.
  • Coordinated with vendors, sponsors and volunteers to ensure all needs were met.
  • Reviewed feedback from attendees post-event to evaluate success rate of initiatives taken up during the event organization process.
  • Developed agendas, monitored timelines and delegated tasks to ensure successful event outcomes.
  • Maintained accurate records of all financial transactions, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Resolved conflicts between stakeholders when necessary.
  • Provided organizational leadership and collaborated with executive partners to establish long-term goals, strategies and company policies.
  • Hired, trained, and mentored staff members to maximize productivity.
  • Oversaw corrective action plans to remedy structural, organizational and departmental issues.

GENDER & SEXUALITY (GSA) ADVISOR

ST PAUL PUBLIC SCHOOLS
St. Paul, MN
09.2016 - 12.2021

Facilitated weekly groups to support student engagement and discussion on gender and sexuality topics

  • Created a safe and inclusive learning environment
  • Fostered community relationships, enhancing collaboration on initiatives that promote inclusivity and support for LGBTQ+ youth
  • Collaborated with administrators on a variety of programming topics
  • Organized a variety of fundraising efforts
  • Established connections between youth and mental health service providers.
  • Participated in school committees to enhance educational policies and initiatives.

DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING TEACHER

NORTHERN VOICES
Roseville, Minnesota
08.2010 - 08.2012
  • Delivered auditory training to preschool-aged students with cochlear implants and hearing aids, enhancing communication skills.
  • Collaborated with medical professionals and families to address individual student needs.
  • Implemented effective classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE INSTRUCTOR

UPWARD BOUND PROGRAM - CENTURY COLLEGE
, MN
06.2010 - 07.2010

DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING ITINERANT TEACHER

OWATONNA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Owatonna, MN
01.2010 - 06.2010

HOMEBOUND TEACHER AT ADULT DETENTION CENTER

MINNEAPOLIS PUBLIC SCHOOLS - HOMEBOUND PROGRAM
Minneapolis, MN
10.2009 - 01.2010

DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING RESERVE ITINERANT TEACHER

MINNEAPOLIS PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Minneapolis, MN
01.2009 - 12.2009
  • Delivered individualized instruction to diverse student populations across multiple schools.
  • Delivered targeted instruction for students with special needs in individual and small group settings to enhance learning outcomes.
  • Implemented assistive technologies to enhance learning for students with special needs.
  • Collaborated with educators to develop tailored lesson plans and instructional materials.

LEAD TEACHER

SEWARD CHILD CARE CENTER
Minneapolis, MN
09.2003 - 09.2008

PRESCHOOL ASSISTANT TEACHER

SEWARD CHILD CARE CENTER
Minneapolis, MN
06.1999 - 09.2003

Education

MASTER OF EDUCATION - SPECIAL EDUCATION

UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA
6 2010

BACHELOR OF ARTS - DEAF STUDIES

UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA
6 2006

Skills

  • IEP development
  • Lesson planning
  • Evaluations and assessments
  • Educational software proficiency
  • Assistive technology management
  • Curriculum development
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Crisis intervention
  • Child social development
  • Autism expertise
  • Transition planning
  • Early intervention strategies
  • Classroom modifications
  • Case management
  • Program development
  • Diverse student engagement
  • Cultural awareness
  • Stakeholder collaboration
  • Compliance review
  • Team leadership
  • Collaborative teaching practices
  • Language skills enhancement
  • Conflict resolution strategies
  • Relationship building techniques
  • In-service training facilitation
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Student assessment methodologies

Certification

  • K-12 Teaching License - Special Education
  • Autism Certification Coursework Completion

Volunteer Experience

  • GENDER FAIR VOLUNTEER, MINNEAPOLIS PUBLIC SCHOOLS, MINNEAPOLIS, MN, 04/01/23, Present
  • BOARD MEMBER, SEWARD CHILD CARE CENTER, Minneapolis, MN, 09/01/22, Present
  • CHILD CARE VOLUNTEER, RAINBOW FAMILIES, Twin Cities, MN, 06/01/02, 06/30/02
  • GSA ADVISOR, OUT FOR EQUITY, St. Paul, MN

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Board Co-Chair

Seward Child Care Center
08.2023 - 05.2025

GENDER & SEXUALITY (GSA) ADVISOR

ST PAUL PUBLIC SCHOOLS
09.2016 - 12.2021

DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING ITINERANT TEACHER

ST PAUL PUBLIC SCHOOLS
08.2013 - Current

DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING TEACHER

NORTHERN VOICES
08.2010 - 08.2012

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE INSTRUCTOR

UPWARD BOUND PROGRAM - CENTURY COLLEGE
06.2010 - 07.2010

DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING ITINERANT TEACHER

OWATONNA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
01.2010 - 06.2010

HOMEBOUND TEACHER AT ADULT DETENTION CENTER

MINNEAPOLIS PUBLIC SCHOOLS - HOMEBOUND PROGRAM
10.2009 - 01.2010

DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING RESERVE ITINERANT TEACHER

MINNEAPOLIS PUBLIC SCHOOLS
01.2009 - 12.2009

LEAD TEACHER

SEWARD CHILD CARE CENTER
09.2003 - 09.2008

PRESCHOOL ASSISTANT TEACHER

SEWARD CHILD CARE CENTER
06.1999 - 09.2003

MASTER OF EDUCATION - SPECIAL EDUCATION

UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA

BACHELOR OF ARTS - DEAF STUDIES

UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA