Lauren Wood
Oreland,PA
Summary
Motivated and dedicated educator with a proven track record at the School District of Philadelphia, excelling in student-centered instruction and effective communication. Skilled in differentiated instruction and relationship building, I foster engaging learning environments that drive student success and adapt to diverse needs. Committed to continuous improvement and collaboration.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Teacher (2nd, 3rd, 4th)
School District of Philadelphia
09.2017 - Current
- Provide individualized instruction through small group and one-on-one sessions to ensure all students achieve their learning goals.
- Actively monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
- Support English language learners by providing individualized and small group instruction.
- Create an engaging, student-centered classroom environment.
- Collaborate with colleagues to develop and implement new approaches to teaching that improves student performance.
- Helped develop and monitor individualized learning plans for students with special needs.
- Communicate with parents via Class Dojo and phone calls on a regular basis to create a collaborative and successful learning environment.
Police Officer Recruit
Philadelphia Police Department
09.2014 - 04.2015
- Successfully completed all aspects of academic material with no grades below the 90th percentile.
- Completed all physical requirements above the 90th percentile.
- Completed CPR/First-Aid training and CPR certified.
Education
Masters Degree - Education
Cabrini University
Radnor, PA05.2017
B.S. - Criminal Justice
West Chester University
West Chester, PA05.2013
Skills
- Student-centered instruction
- Classroom management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Effective time management
- Empathy and patience
- Differentiated instruction
- Relationship building
- Interactive learning
- Classroom technology
- Data-driven instruction
- Standard-based teaching
- Trained in and adapted to a wide range of curriculums
- Communication
- Lesson planning
- Progress monitoring
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Girls on the Run Program
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher (2nd, 3rd, 4th)
School District of Philadelphia
09.2017 - Current
Police Officer Recruit
Philadelphia Police Department
09.2014 - 04.2015
Masters Degree - Education
Cabrini University
B.S. - Criminal Justice
West Chester University
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