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Laurie Lawson Cox

Tallahassee,FL

Summary

Product of Leon County Schools ( Ruediger, Griffin and Leon). Involved in each of those schools and while attending Tallahassee Community College, served as the Student Body President and on the selection committee as a new President was hired. At Auburn served in several organizations (Cru, FCA, SGA, Greek life) Love to be involved working with students, families, teachers, and serving the community. Has done Prison Ministry, Coached Upward Basketball, served civically, helped write state standards for Physical Education and helped write several district curriculum guides Has provided trainings for teachers and presented at conferences. Currently serves on The Trent's Touch Board that serves local families dealing with Childhood Caner, and on the Working Well Board of Tallahassee promoting wellness in the workplace. Worked collaboratively in many organizations, committees (local and state level) and with community partners. Serves in youth ministry at church and spends many summers at a camp in North Carolina helping to run the clothing store and serving as Music Director and serve s on the Alumnae Board. Married to Dr. T Alan Cox for over 30 years and have a son and daughter in law.

Overview

49
49
years of professional experience

Work History

Leon County Physical Education Coordinator

Leon County Schools
Tallahassee, Florida
08.2008 - 04.2022
  • Planned In-services and trainings for Physical Education teachers in Leon County
  • Worked with our community partners to provide trainings and in-services to our teachers
  • Coordinated the Bicycle and Traffic Safety Education program in our elementary schools
  • Attended our state conferences to stay up on legislation and best practices for physical education and came back with trainings for teachers
  • Served on the Board of Directors of SHAPE Florida (Society for Health and Physical Education) which promotes best practices for teachers and lobbies for health and physical education issues
  • Helped write policies and curriculum based on state standards for teachers
  • Served on district and state committees dealing with wellness, health, and physical education
  • Serve on the Working Well of Tallahassee Board
  • Stayed up to date on legislation that affected teachers

Elementary Physical Education Teacher

Roberts Elementary And Leon County Schools
Tallahassee, FL
07.2001 - 04.2022
  • Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, fitness, sport skills, and safety.
  • Assessed student physical fitness levels and adjusted objectives according to successes.
  • Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
  • Worked to provide adaptations for students with disabilities
  • Helped organize parent volunteers for Field Days
  • Worked collaboratively with teachers, parents, and students, and administration

Elementary Physical Education Teacher

Kate Sullivan Elementary School - Leon County
Tallahassee, Florida
09.1989 - 07.2001
  • Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports skills, and safety based on standards
  • Assessed student physical fitness levels and adjusted objectives according to successes.
  • Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
  • Attended trainings and presented at conferences
  • Worked collaboratively with teachers, students, parents, and administration

Elementary Physical Education Teacher / Coach

Westminster Schools
Augusta, GA
12.1986 - 06.1989
  • Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports and safety.
  • Assessed student physical fitness levels and adjusted objectives according to successes.
  • Managed and maintained school equipment and facility grounds.
  • Coached Soccer, Softball, and Basketball

Education

Bachelor of Science - Physical Education And Health

Auburn University
Auburn, Alabama
12.1986

Associate of Arts -

Tallahassee Community College
Tallahassee
12.1983

High School Diploma -

Leon High School
Tallahassee
06.1981

Skills

  • Positive Reinforcement Strategies
  • Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
  • Organizational and Planning Skills
  • Instructional Strategies
  • Teaching Method Adaptations
  • School and District Policy support
  • Support and Education
  • Needs Identification and Assessment
  • Disciplined Leadership
  • Positive Learning Environment
  • Communicating with Parents and Teachers
  • District and State Standards

Timeline

Leon County Physical Education Coordinator

Leon County Schools
08.2008 - 04.2022

Elementary Physical Education Teacher

Roberts Elementary And Leon County Schools
07.2001 - 04.2022

Elementary Physical Education Teacher

Kate Sullivan Elementary School - Leon County
09.1989 - 07.2001

Elementary Physical Education Teacher / Coach

Westminster Schools
12.1986 - 06.1989

Bachelor of Science - Physical Education And Health

Auburn University

Associate of Arts -

Tallahassee Community College

High School Diploma -

Leon High School
Laurie Lawson Cox