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Laurie Stauffer

Leander,TX

Summary

As a dynamic educator, I excel in fostering student motivation. I am adept at building strong relationships and mentoring peers. In my Saturday Bootcamp Tutorials, I have successfully implemented innovative teaching strategies that cater to the untraditional student. Spending summer developing math lesson plans, I am experienced with curriculum development, ensuring educational content meets all necessary standards and engages students. I utilize a range of teaching methods which allows students to interact with content in different modalities. which addresses different learning styles. I possess a deep understanding of classroom management techniques to maintain a productive and respectful learning environment. I support colleagues in developing effective teaching methods by leading professional development on AVID / WICOR strategies that promote increased student engagement and rigor and focuses on critical thinking skills.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

AVID Elective Teacher/AVID Site Coordinator

Austin Independent School District
08.2019 - Current
  • Facilitated engaging classroom activities to enhance student participation and understanding.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share AVID strategies to improve student engagement and increase rigor.
  • Adapted instructional methods using AVID strategies to meet diverse student needs and learning styles.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as Saturday Bootcamp that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing WICOR strategies and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
  • Led professional development workshops for peers on WICOR strategies, effective classroom management techniques, student engagement and increased rigor.
  • Organized and led educational field trip for 175 students to NASA and Rice University that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.

7/8 Math Teacher

Austin Independent School District
08.2014 - 07.2019
  • Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of mathematical concepts.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to address diverse learning needs in the classroom.
  • Utilized data-driven assessments to evaluate student progress and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
  • Mentored new teachers by providing guidance on curriculum implementation and classroom management techniques.
  • Organized after-school tutoring sessions to support struggling students and improve overall performance.
  • Led professional development workshops focused on innovative teaching practices and technology integration in math education.
  • Implemented data-driven instruction by analyzing student performance data to inform lesson planning and differentiation strategies.
  • Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, fostering a supportive home-school partnership.

Education

High School Diploma -

Skyline High School
Oakland, CA

Bachelor of Science - Education

Texas State University
San Marcos, TX
06.2009

Master of Education - Secondary Education

Texas State University
San Marcos, TX
08.2011

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Motivating students
  • Positive role model and mentor
  • Data-driven instruction
  • Instructional methods
  • Test proctoring: CogAT
  • ESOL certified
  • Student motivation

Accomplishments

    Campus G/T Advocate: Educated teachers and staff on traits that a gifted student may possess and supported with student recommendations. Arranged and proctored CogAT testing for over fifty referred students. Met all district requirements with regard to notification of testing outcomes.

    Lead Mentor Teacher Contact: Assigned eligible teachers an experienced mentor teacher, maintained campus checklist spreadsheet tracking, and did regular check-ins with both novice teachers and mentors to ensure adequate support.

    PPfT Campus Contact: Attended training sessions and supported teachers with questions related to PPfT. Sent regular reminders for approaching deadlines and support finding needed information.

    AVID Site Coordinator: Coordinated Site Team meetings, collaborated on campus Site Goals, led professional development, and supported teachers in planning and implementing WICOR strategies to increase rigor and student engagement.

    Leadership Pathway Ambassador: Offer guidance and support to a variety of teachers that are participating in the Differentiated Instruction Pathway. (I completed the Advanced Academics Pathway 4 years ago.)

    Athletic Coach: 7th/8th Volleyball, 7th Basketball, Girls' Soccer

Timeline

AVID Elective Teacher/AVID Site Coordinator

Austin Independent School District
08.2019 - Current

7/8 Math Teacher

Austin Independent School District
08.2014 - 07.2019

High School Diploma -

Skyline High School

Bachelor of Science - Education

Texas State University

Master of Education - Secondary Education

Texas State University