Laurie Chacon
Longmont,CO
Summary
Dedicated and passionate retired elementary school teacher with 28 years of experience fostering engaging learning environments and mentoring young minds. Skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and personalized instruction. Adept at communication, organization, and technology integration, with a strong ability to support students, parents, and educators. Seeking an opportunity in education to continue to foster young minds.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Jeffco Public Schools
Arvada, CO
08.2024 - Current
- Maintain classroom routines and ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
- Follow lesson plans left by the regular teacher and adapt as needed.
- Manage student behavior to maintain order and ensure a respectful, productive classroom
- Take attendance and documenting any incidents or concerns.
- Assist students with classwork, answering questions, and providing encouragement.
Elementary School Teacher
Hackberry Hill Elementary
Arvada, CO
08.1996 - 05.2024
- Responsible for educating and supporting 21-28 students in math, reading, writing, science, and social studies.
- Participated in Professional Learning Communities with my grade level teams as well as instructional coach.
- Developed lesson plans that aligned with curriculum standards.
- Delivered lessons in a clear, interactive, and inclusive manner to meet diverse learning needs.
- Evaluated student progress through tests, quizzes, assignments, and informal observations.
- Created a safe, respectful, fun, and structured learning environment that encouraged participation and positive behavior.
- Identified and addressed academic and/or behavioral challenges.
- Collaborated with parents, other teachers, and school staff to support student development.
- Participated in professional development training and workshops.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers.
- Member of the Instructional Leadership Team.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education Certification
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO12-1995
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Colorado At Denver
Denver12-1990
Skills
- Strong leadership
- Rapport and relationship building
- Exceptional multi-tasker
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Effective Communication
- Creative lesson planning
- Strong classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
Accomplishments
- Jeffco Values Award for Integrity
- Jeffco Values Award for Teamwork
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Jeffco Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
Elementary School Teacher
Hackberry Hill Elementary
08.1996 - 05.2024
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education Certification
University of Northern Colorado
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Colorado At Denver
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