Laurie Williamson
Summary
My name is Laurie Williamson, this resume and job application is to show my desire to pursue the position of Elementary Principal at Cushing Elementary.
I am currently in my 18th year in public education. I am looking for the opportunity to grow as an administrator. I am passionate about learning and want to share my experience with other teachers. I have had the pleasure of working with many students, staff members, and community members throughout my career. These experiences have given me the knowledge that I hope to share with other teachers and administrators at Cushing Elementary.
I look forward to the opportunity to visit with you and learn more about this position. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Principal
Cushing I.S.D.
Cushing, TX
08.2023 - Current
- Provided guidance and support to teachers, staff and students in the school.
- Monitored student behavior and discipline in accordance with district regulations.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as sports teams, clubs and field trips.
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations, reviews of lesson plans and feedback from parents and students.
- Analyzed data collected from standardized tests to identify areas of improvement in instruction or curriculum design.
Classroom Teacher
Cushing I.S.D.
Cushing, TX
08.2013 - 05.2023
- Developed lesson plans and instructional materials to support student learning.
- Established clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects.
- Instructed students in a variety of academic subjects utilizing differentiated methods of teaching.
- Managed classroom behavior by developing positive relationships with students while enforcing rules fairly and consistently.
- Implemented strategies for differentiating instruction based on student abilities.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
Classroom Teacher
Nacogdoches Independent School District
Nacogdoches, TX
11.2006 - 05.2013
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Organized parent conferences throughout the year to discuss student progress.
Education
Master of Education in Educational Leadership -
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX08-2021
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX12-2006
High School Diploma -
Cushing High School
Cushing, TX05-2002
Skills
- Parent Engagement and Communication
- Student and Parent Relations
- Teacher Mentoring
- Faculty Support
- Disciplinary Actions
- Attendance Monitoring
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Parent Communication
- Community Relations
- Community Engagement
- Positive Learning Environment
- Classroom Management
- School Culture
- Elementary Education
Personal
- Husband-Kerry Williamson (Married 17 years)
- Children- Elizabeth (14) and Natalie (10)
- Pets- Bonnie, Tom, and Jerry. Bonnie is our loveable beagle . Tom and Jerry are rescue cats.
- Member of McKnight Methodist Church for 15 years. I have taught Sunday School for 10 years.
Certification
- Bachelors Degree- Generalist EC-4
- ESL Supplemental Grades EC-4
- Masters Degree-Principal as Instructional Leader EC-12
- GT Certified
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Cushing I.S.D.
08.2023 - Current
Classroom Teacher
Cushing I.S.D.
08.2013 - 05.2023
Classroom Teacher
Nacogdoches Independent School District
11.2006 - 05.2013
Master of Education in Educational Leadership -
Stephen F. Austin State University
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Stephen F. Austin State University
High School Diploma -
Cushing High School