Lauren Till
Caldwell,NJ
Summary
Accomplished, upbeat elementary educator successful in the implementation of multiple math and ELA approaches, classroom management, standardized testing, and lesson planning. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Verona Board Of Education
09.2001 - Current
- Implement classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Drive student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Stay abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by seeking out and completing professional development courses.
- Help students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Research and plan lesson plans in all subject areas
- Plan lessons according to district standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
Conflict Resolution Coordinator
Brookdale Avenue School
09.2023 - Current
- Train students to act as peer mediators
- Organize and distribute conflict resolution materials
- Coordinate peer mediator trainings
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL08.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Elon University
Elon, NC05.2001
Skills
- LETRS trained
- Acadience Reading Assessment
- Reader's & Writer's Workshop Approach
- DRA Reading Assessment
- HMH Into Reading
- Proficient in Google Apps
- Standardized testing
- Curriculum Development
- Group and individual instruction
- Lesson Planning
- Team collaboration
- Conflict Resolution
- Classroom Management
- Student Progress Reporting
Timeline
Conflict Resolution Coordinator
Brookdale Avenue School
09.2023 - Current
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Verona Board Of Education
09.2001 - Current
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Elon University
Certification
LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) - This professional development course provided skills needed to master the fundamentals of reading instruction - phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, writing and language.
Other Leadership Experience
Independent Consultant for Rodan & Fields Inc.