Lauren Molenda
West Lafayette,IN
Summary
Empathetic and student-centered aspiring elementary educator dedicated to creating a supportive classroom where every child feels valued and capable of success. Passionate about fostering a lifelong love of learning through engaging, inclusive instruction that builds confidence, curiosity, and academic growth.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-6
Benton Community School Corporation
Oxford, IN
01.2026 - Current
- Collaborates with Mentor Teacher to maintain quality learning experiences during absences.
- Develops and organizes engaging lesson plans and activities to enhance student learning.
- Streamlines classroom routines and procedures to support effective daily operations.
Student Teacher
Prairie Crossing Elementary School
Oxford, Indiana
08.2025 - Current
- Completes focused observations to enhance differentiation, classroom management, and instructional strategies
- Delivers standards-based, data-informed instruction in whole and small group settings, fostering student engagement across academic disciplines
- Creating comprehensive edTPA portfolio to showcase expertise in Mathematics and Literacy
- Reflects upon practices and creates targeted goals for growth with support of Mentor Teacher and University Supervisor
3rd Grade Educational Intern
Klondike Elementary School
West Lafayette, IN
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Facilitated daily tiered instruction across academic disciplines, enhancing student engagement and support during 100 classroom hours.
- Planned and implemented differentiated linguistic activities using WIDA framework, fostering language development for multilingual learners.
- Engaged in reflective practices to refine educational strategies, better addressing diverse student needs.
Student Resident Assistant
Purdue University Residences
West Lafayette, IN
07.2023 - 05.2025
- Responded promptly to crises, minimizing harm and ensuring resident safety.
- Maintained safety and security protocols in residence halls.
- Supported residents in conflict resolution, enhancing community relationships and personal growth.
- Coordinated community events fostering inclusion among diverse student populations.
- Used educational approach to address students about policies and behavior.
Kindergarten Educational Intern
Wea Ridge Elementary School
Lafayette, IN
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Facilitated daily tiered instruction across academic disciplines, supporting diverse learning needs for 100 classroom hours
- Conducted and summarized literacy assessments using the DIBELS framework, providing insights for targeted instruction
- Delivered daily Tier 2 literacy interventions, improving PSF and NWF fluencies for struggling readers
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Purdue University
West Lafayette, INSkills
- Lesson planning and standards-based instruction
- Differentiated instruction
- Culturally responsive teaching
- Multilingual Learner (ML) support
- Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
- DIBELS and NWEA proficient
- Advanced experience in educational technology
- Data analysis
- Parent and family communication
Certification
Technology Integration - Blended and Online Teaching License
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-6
Benton Community School Corporation
01.2026 - Current
Student Teacher
Prairie Crossing Elementary School
08.2025 - Current
3rd Grade Educational Intern
Klondike Elementary School
01.2025 - 05.2025
Kindergarten Educational Intern
Wea Ridge Elementary School
08.2024 - 12.2024
Student Resident Assistant
Purdue University Residences
07.2023 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Purdue University