Laurie Bartow
Summary
Talented and dedicated professional with extensive collaborative and leadership experience. 32 years of teaching in an inclusive multicultural urban public school system. Excelled in planning and implementing classroom, school-wide, and community activities, showcasing outstanding training and leadership skills. Demonstrated ability to increase student achievement, foster family participation, and drive community involvement. Transitioning from a fulfilling career in education, eager to apply vast knowledge, skills, and abilities to new opportunities.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Classroom Teacher
Vieau School - Milwaukee Public Schools
03.1991 - 09.2023
- Taught 4 year old kindergarten, 5 year old kindergarten, and second grade inclusive classrooms
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Established positive relationships with private and public agencies to coordinate parenting classes, fund raisers, school wide careers events, family activity nights, and other community events
- Actively served on PBIS Implementation Committee, Interview Team, Crises Response Team, School Engagement Council, and Chain of Command
- Piloted Milwaukee Public Schools' Teacher International Exchange Program with Mexico
Instructional Coach
Vieau School - Milwaukee Public Schools
07.2000 - 09.2023
- Served as Reading Coach for K-4 through 6th Grade classrooms; conducted teacher trainings, observations, peer coaching, and analysis of data
- High Scope Lead Teacher; conducted district wide teacher trainings, balanced program budget, mentored teachers and educational assistants
Athletic Coach
Vieau School - Milwaukee Public Schools
09.1993 - 06.2010
- Coached middle school volleyball and cheerleading
Summer Academic Coordinator
Boys & Girls Club of Greater Milwaukee
05.2012 - 09.2012
- Created lesson plans for different age and ability groups, trained and supported instructional staff
Instructional Consultant
SRA/McGraw-Hill
02.2004 - 08.2008
- Conducted trainings for administrators, teachers, and educational assistants, throughout WI and Mexico
Director of Kinder Adventure Summer Camps
Southwest Suburban YMCA of Milwaukee
06.1986 - 08.1993
- Hired, trained, and supervised staff
- Worked with families to provide financial and service support
Building Supervisor
Southwest Suburban YMCA of Milwaukee
01.1990 - 09.1993
- Provided customer service
- Promoted membership
- Managed staff and facility
Education
G.C. - Early Childhood Exceptional Education
University of WI – Milwaukee
01-2003
M.S. - Cultural Foundations of Education (Emphasis Human Relations)
University of WI – Milwaukee
01-1995
B.S. - Elementary and Early Childhood Education (Minor Psychology)
University of WI – LaCrosse
01-1990
Skills
- Collaborative teamwork
- Faculty support
- Educational leadership
- Family outreach and collaboration
- Instruction reinforcement
- Effective communication
- Staff development
- Performance improvement
- Dedication
- Responsibility
Certification
- Early Childhood Special Education Certification - Wisconsin DPI
- Elementary/Middle Level Education Certificate - Wisconsin DPI
- First Aid/CPR/AED Adult and Pediatric Certification – American Red Cross.
Professional Acknowledgements
- A Day Made Better - Office Max Exceptional Teacher Award
- Recognition from the Secretary of Education – Guanajuato, Mexico
- Who's Who Among America's Teachers
- Kindergarten Teacher of the Year - Direct Instruction Council
Timeline
Summer Academic Coordinator
Boys & Girls Club of Greater Milwaukee
05.2012 - 09.2012
Instructional Consultant
SRA/McGraw-Hill
02.2004 - 08.2008
Instructional Coach
Vieau School - Milwaukee Public Schools
07.2000 - 09.2023
Athletic Coach
Vieau School - Milwaukee Public Schools
09.1993 - 06.2010
Classroom Teacher
Vieau School - Milwaukee Public Schools
03.1991 - 09.2023
Building Supervisor
Southwest Suburban YMCA of Milwaukee
01.1990 - 09.1993
Director of Kinder Adventure Summer Camps
Southwest Suburban YMCA of Milwaukee
06.1986 - 08.1993
G.C. - Early Childhood Exceptional Education
University of WI – Milwaukee
M.S. - Cultural Foundations of Education (Emphasis Human Relations)
University of WI – Milwaukee
B.S. - Elementary and Early Childhood Education (Minor Psychology)
University of WI – LaCrosse
Similar Profiles
Annie TeufelAnnie Teufel
School Support Teacher at Milwaukee Public Schools/ Gaenslen SchoolSchool Support Teacher at Milwaukee Public Schools/ Gaenslen School
Carolynne StaniochCarolynne Stanioch
Instructional Coach - Digital Learning at Milwaukee Public Schools - Garland SchoolInstructional Coach - Digital Learning at Milwaukee Public Schools - Garland School
Paige HasePaige Hase
1st Grade Teacher at Milwaukee Public Schools1st Grade Teacher at Milwaukee Public Schools