Lauren Rinaldi
Stillmeadow Elementary School
Stamford,CT
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Language
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Certification
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year of professional experience
Dedicated elementary educator committed to fostering student growth through engaging instruction, differentiated learning strategies, and a positive classroom environment. Recognized for strong classroom management, adaptability, and collaboration with students, families, and colleagues to support academic and social-emotional success.
Work History
Building Substitute Teacher
4 Months- Maintained classroom routines and implemented lesson plans across PreK–5 classrooms to ensure continuity of instruction.
- Adapted quickly to different grade levels, teaching styles, and classroom needs while maintaining a positive learning environment.
- Fostered an inclusive classroom culture that encouraged student engagement, respect, and collaboration.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers and school staff to ensure consistent expectations and effective classroom management.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Kindergarten
3 Months- Planned and delivered daily instruction aligned with district curriculum and kindergarten learning objectives.
- Created engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons that supported students' academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Assessed student progress and adapted instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
- Maintained a structured, positive classroom environment using effective classroom management strategies.
- Collaborated with grade-level teachers, specialists, and families to support student success.
Student Teacher, Grade 2
4 Months- Facilitated whole-class and small-group instruction to promote student engagement, collaboration, and academic growth.
- Assessed student learning using formative assessments and provided feedback to support individual progress.
- Adapted instructional materials and differentiated lessons to meet the diverse learning needs of students.
- Collaborated with the cooperating teacher and school staff to support classroom instruction, behavior management, and daily classroom routines.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
- 3.7 GPA
Bachelor of Science - Justice And Law Administration
Skills
Organizational skills
Parent-teacher communication
Adaptability and flexibility
Collaborative teamwork
Problem-solving skills
Differentiated instruction
Certification
- Connecticut Certified Elementary Education Teacher (Grades PreK–6) — Pending Connecticut State Department of Education approval
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Building Substitute Teacher
Stillmeadow Elementary School
04.2026 - CurrentRead More
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Kindergarten
Stillmeadow Elementary School
01.2026 - 04.2026Read More
Student Teacher, Grade 2
Stillmeadow Elementary School
08.2025 - 12.2025Read More
Southern Connecticut State University
Master of Arts from Elementary Education
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Western Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Science from Justice And Law Administration
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