Laurie Laine Coleman
Cut Off,LA
Summary
Exceedingly motivated Speech teacher with valid Louisiana teaching certificate and trainings and endorsements. Demonstrated competency in both English Language Arts and Speech instruction. Instructs students and manages behavior to facilitate educational strategies. Strong knowledge of curriculum and instruction to encourage digital-age work and student learning outcomes. Passion for teaching students social skills including but not limited to public speaking.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech Teacher
Lafourche Parish School Board
08.2023 - Current
- Created curriculum for new Speech class for Lafourche Parish teachers.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Interventions and Support (PBIS).
- Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
- Fostered physically and emotionally safe and supportive learning environment characterized by efficient and effective routines, clear expectations and organization that maximized student learning.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to determine instructional goals, objectives and methods according to district and school requirements.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of needs.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
English Language Arts Teacher
Lafourche Parish School Board
08.2018 - 05.2023
- Assisted in creation of lesson plans for Lafourche Parish ELA teachers.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
- Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules and language skills.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
Education
Master of Arts - MA in Teaching Grades 4 - 8
Nicholls State University
Thibodaux, LA05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication - Public Relations
Nicholls State University
Thibodaux, LA05.2007
Skills
- Curriculum Design
- Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
- Skills Development
- Differentiated Instruction
- Motivating Students
- Social Skills Development
- Lesson Planning
- Team Worker
- Self-Motivated
Certification
NIET Training, 2022-2023 school year
PBIS Training, October 2023
Additional Information
LCOMS PBIS chairperson, 2021-present
Give Kids the World Team Member, 2020-present
LCOMS Broadcasting Team Director, 2023-present
LCOMS Alumni Facebook Page Founder, 2022-present
LCOMS Sixth Grade Parent Facebook Page Moderator, 2023-present
Association of American Educators, 2023-present
Timeline
Speech Teacher
Lafourche Parish School Board
08.2023 - Current
English Language Arts Teacher
Lafourche Parish School Board
08.2018 - 05.2023
Master of Arts - MA in Teaching Grades 4 - 8
Nicholls State University
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication - Public Relations
Nicholls State University
NIET Training, 2022-2023 school year
PBIS Training, October 2023
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