Lauren West
Elementary Educator
Milford,DE
Summary
Dedicated educator with over 16 year of experience in the primary classroom. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Motivated to help both students and teachers unlock a love for reading.
Overview
9
9
years of post-secondary education
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
First Grade Teacher
Lake Forest South Elementary
Harrington, DE
08.2012 - Current
- Developed lesson plans and instructional activities aligned to the Common Core Standards based on the district curriculum guide.
- Analyzed data to drive instruction in both whole group and small group settings.
- Implemented RTI process to identify struggling students and provide the supported needed for success.
- Collaborated with teachers for other elementary school to create the district planning guide for Writing
- Participated with first grade curriculum team to establish a district curriculum guide and common assessments for reading, math, and writing.
- Grade level representative on Student Success Team
Kindergarten Teacher
Lake Forest South Elementary
Harrington, DE
09.2005 - 06.2012
- Taught both half day and full day kindergarten classes.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Collaborated with teacher from other buildings to revise and implement a skills based report card.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Special Education
Wilmington University
New Castle, DE 09.2017 - 08.2018
Master of Science - Literacy
Wilmington University
New Castle, DE 09.2007 - 04.2012
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Elizabethtown College
Elizabethtown, PA 08.2001 - 05.2005
Skills
Organizational skills
undefinedTimeline
Graduate Certificate - Special Education
Wilmington University
09.2017 - 08.2018
First Grade Teacher
Lake Forest South Elementary
08.2012 - Current
Master of Science - Literacy
Wilmington University
09.2007 - 04.2012
Kindergarten Teacher
Lake Forest South Elementary
09.2005 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Elizabethtown College
08.2001 - 05.2005
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