Lauren Edge
Marlton,NJ
Summary
Versatile Elementary Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Evesham Township School District
2007.09 - Current
- Develop strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Identify struggling students early on and provide additional support through small group lessons and modified lesson plans.
- Work with Intervention and Referral Services to maximize student success.
- Differentiate instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student has an equal opportunity for success.
- Increase student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
- Assess student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Maintain accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Collaborate with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
Student Teaching
Riverside Board Of Education
2007.01 - 2007.05
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and interactive activities into lessons.
- Increased students'' critical thinking skills through the implementation of group projects and problem-solving exercises.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
- Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
- Led an engaging Family Math Night for parents and families to encourage and support a home learning environment conducive to success.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
The College of New Jersey
Ewing, NJ08.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Communications
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
New Brunswick, NJ05.2004
Skills
- Group Instruction
- Small Group Instruction
- Curriculum Implementation
- Student Engagement
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Special Needs Students
- Effective communication
- Parent-teacher communication
- Social-emotional learning
- Behavior Management
- Classroom Management
- Technology Integration
Timeline
Teacher
Evesham Township School District
2007.09 - Current
Student Teaching
Riverside Board Of Education
2007.01 - 2007.05
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
The College of New Jersey
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Communications
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
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