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Laurie McLeod

Windermere,FL

Summary

Innovative English educator with track record of fostering student engagement and academic success with a background in teaching Language Arts and Creative Writing to at-risk populations. Skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and integrating technology to enhance learning experiences. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability to meet evolving educational needs as well as social emotional learning. Known for connection, effective communication, patience, and results-driven approach.


Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

English Instructor

Evans High School
08.2019 - Current
  • Promoted skill development in reading, writing, speaking, and listening through various instructional methods with original and adapted curriculum designed for optimal comprehension for all learners.
  • Improved student outcomes through identifying student-learning problems and tailoring instruction supported by data and evidence-based teaching practices.
  • Cultivated a positive learning environment by fostering open communication, mutual respect, and active listening skills among students.
  • Achieved highest testing proficiency rate in tenth grade.
  • Selected to receive the Dr. Phillips Spoken Word residency grant through Dr. Phillips in 2022 and 2023

Urban Garden and Goods

Owner
  • Community outreach through classes, retail plant sales, and education.
  • Family-oriented garden shop and learning center with local workshops and classes centered around community engagement and plan education including native species.
  • Developed creative solutions for revitalizing underutilized areas within the urban landscape, while educating and working within local communities.

English Instructor

The Christ School
08.2001 - 05.2006
  • Fostered critical thinking skills in students by challenging them to analyze complex issues from multiple perspectives within their reporting projects.
  • Evaluated and updated course materials regularly to ensure content remained current and relevant in a rapidly changing media landscape.
  • Established a positive classroom environment that fostered open communication and respect among students.

English Instructor

Lockhart Middle School
08.1999 - 05.2001
  • Used effective teaching techniques and learning strategies in translating lesson plans into productive student learning experiences
  • Cultivated a positive learning environment by fostering open communication, mutual respect, and active listening skills among students.

Education

Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction in English Education

Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
05-2026

Bachelor of Arts - English And Creative Writing

Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
05-1999

Skills

  • PLC Lead
  • Trained Clinical Educator
  • Reading Proficiency Certification
  • Nominated Teacher of the Year 2021, 2022, and 2023
  • Mentor Teacher
  • IB and Cambridge Trained
  • Highest Proficiency Rates, 10th Grade Level, 2021-2023
  • Literacy Team, Evans High School
  • Certified Observer, Evaluations (OCPS)
  • Rated Highly Effective Teacher 2020-current
  • Designed, Implemented, and Taught Creative Writing Elective

Certification

  • Professional Certificate English Education 6-12, State of Florida
  • ESOL-Endorsement, State of Florida
  • Reading Instructor Certified, State of Florida

Timeline

English Instructor

Evans High School
08.2019 - Current

English Instructor

The Christ School
08.2001 - 05.2006

English Instructor

Lockhart Middle School
08.1999 - 05.2001

Urban Garden and Goods

Owner

Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction in English Education

Florida State University

Bachelor of Arts - English And Creative Writing

Florida State University

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