Lauren Hill
Portland,OR
Summary
Talented ELA teacher with experience coordinating effective lesson plans and collaborating with PLCs and administrators. Practical and innovative when crafting classroom lectures, driving discussions and offering one-on-one guidance. Results-focused and driven educator. Experience teaching using engaging and interactive classroom lessons. Familiar with department needs and leadership strategies. Talented at quickly identifying student issues and comprehension levels to address areas needing improvement for maximum success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
ELA Teacher
Glencoe High School
Hillsboro, Oregon
08.2018 - Current
- Experience teaching ELA 9, ELA 10, Pre-AP Sophomore ELA, and ELA 12.
- Maintain consistent and positive classroom management by setting clear guidelines with high expectations from the start and allowing open dialogue when negative behaviors and habits arise.
- Develop and maintain a safe learning environment for all of my students.
- Help develop strong verbal and written communication skills by leading students through listening, speaking, reading and writing activities.
- Educate students on spelling, grammar, and language rules through developmentally appropriate curriculum.
- Assist students with building long-term skills such for academic, social, and emotional development.
- Plan and implement lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Participate in workshops, trainings, and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Engage students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build an inclusive learning environment.
- Integrate various technologies in my teaching including Google Classroom and all of its applications.
- Responsible for modifying lesson plans and assignments and/or accommodating for students on IEPs and 504s.
Yearbook Advisor
Glencoe High School
Hillsboro, OR
09.2022 - Current
- Assisted in the selection of photos for yearbook layout and design.
- Organized and led student meetings to discuss yearbook topics and progress.
- Developed timeline for completion of the yearbook project.
- Created a budget for printing costs, photography expenses, and other related items.
- Supervised students while they worked on various aspects of the yearbook production process.
- Edited student's writing submissions for accuracy and content quality.
- Coordinated efforts between faculty members, staff, parents, and students involved in the yearbook creation process.
- Provided guidance and support to students as needed throughout the duration of the project.
- Encouraged creative ideas from students to ensure that their vision is represented in the final product.
- Reviewed drafts of each section before it was sent out for printing.
- Prepared and formulated edited material and created graphic designs to support production of academic texts.
Health Teacher
Glencoe High School
Hillsboro, OR
08.2019 - 06.2022
- Helped students develop important health-promoting skills, select nutritious foods and integrate exercise practices.
- Fostered students' self-esteem and love of learning by maintaining welcoming and positive classroom environment.
- Co-created lesson plans and unit work coordinating with one other Health teacher using Oregon’s 10th grade Health Education Standards.
- Implemented daily lesson plans within specific Health units including Wellness, Mental Health, Injury Prevention, Diseases, Fitness & Nutrition Drugs, Alcohol, & Tobacco, and Sexual Health.
- Developed and maintained a safe learning environment for all of my students.
- Maintained consistent and positive classroom management by setting clear guidelines with high expectations from the start and allowing open dialogue when negative behaviors and habits did arise.
- Integrated various technologies in my teaching including Google Classroom and all of its applications.
- Responsible for modifying lesson plans and assignments and/or accommodating for students on IEPs and 504s.
Head Varsity Lacrosse Coach
Mountainside High School
Beaverton, OR
01.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented practice plans for varsity lacrosse team.
- Assisted in recruiting, selecting, and training of assistant coaches.
- Organized and supervised clinics to develop players skills.
- Instructed players on fundamentals of the sport, rules and regulations of the game.
- Maintained discipline among players while coaching them in a positive manner.
- Analyzed opponents' strengths and weaknesses to devise game strategies.
- Supervised student-athletes during practices and competitions.
- Provided feedback to players on their performance at practices and games.
- Encouraged athletes to maintain high academic standards in addition to sports participation.
- Monitored athletes' health status, ensuring that all medical protocols were followed properly.
- Collaborated with other coaches, athletic directors, trainers and physicians as needed.
- Served as a role model by exemplifying good sportsmanship behavior at all times.
Education
Yearbook Advisor -
Walsworth Publishing Company
Online Training Course06.2022
MAT - Secondary Education, English Language Arts And Health Education
Concordia University
Portland, OR05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - English, Writing
Portland State University
Portland, OR01.2016
Associate of Arts - Oregon Transfer Degree
Portland Community College
Portland, OR06.2013
Skills
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Curriculum Development
- Relationship Building
- Instructional Materials Creation
- Team Collaboration
- Classroom Management
- Experience with Google applications
- Positive Learning Environment
- Creative and Resourceful
- Problem-Solving
Timeline
Head Varsity Lacrosse Coach
Mountainside High School
01.2023 - Current
Yearbook Advisor
Glencoe High School
09.2022 - Current
Health Teacher
Glencoe High School
08.2019 - 06.2022
ELA Teacher
Glencoe High School
08.2018 - Current
Yearbook Advisor -
Walsworth Publishing Company
MAT - Secondary Education, English Language Arts And Health Education
Concordia University
Bachelor of Arts - English, Writing
Portland State University
Associate of Arts - Oregon Transfer Degree
Portland Community College
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