Laurin McClure
Doha
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at GEMS American Academy, excelling in data analysis and curriculum development. Proven track record in enhancing literacy outcomes through targeted instructional coaching and effective workshop facilitation. Committed to fostering collaboration among educators and empowering students to achieve their full potential.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Grade Level Team Leader
GEMS American Academy
Doha
08.2023 - Current
- Conducted workshops, assisting parents and teachers in utilizing a variety of tools in the Benchmark Workshop.
- Analyzed data from a variety of assessments to inform instructional decisions at the class and grade level.
- Assisted in the development of grade- and school-wide curriculum initiatives.
- Facilitated collaboration between grade-level teachers, administrators, and support staff in weekly department meetings.
- Visited classrooms to evaluate and support teacher instructional techniques.
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher
GEMS American Academy
Doha
08.2022 - Current
- Use and adapt the Benchmark Workshop Curriculum to meet the needs of our international students.
- Use the Benchmark Workshop unit and day plans to create Google Slides lessons.
- Create and provide differentiation for students after analyzing student data.
- Share student progress with all stakeholders, and help parents understand how they can support their child using the Benchmark Workshop curriculum.
- Assess student learning using Acadience, Benchmark Quick Phonics Assessment, Benchmark Workshop Unit Assessments, and MAP tests.
Literacy Coach
Soong Ching Ling International School
Shanghai
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Created and resourced writing units, utilizing the Understanding by Design Framework.
- Supported teachers in analyzing student reading data to set goals for future learning.
- Provide literacy support to grade levels and teachers in the form of teacher observations, curriculum writing, and support in differentiation.
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Soong Ching Ling International School
Shanghai
08.2018 - 07.2022
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop grade level curriculum objectives in all subject areas.
- Attended professional development workshops related to best practices in education.
- Involved parents in student education by building strong relationships.
- Assessed student learning and provided differentiation to help students make growth.
First Grade Teacher
GEMS American Academy
Doha
08.2015 - 06.2018
- Implemented school-wide curriculum across the grade level.
- Led grade-level moderation of assessments and writing samples.
- Worked in conjunction with student support staff to implement meaningful intervention strategies.
Education
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, Texas05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Ashland University
Ashland, Ohio05-2014
Skills
- Data analysis
- Curriculum development
- Coaching and mentoring
- Student assessment
- Classroom observation
- Workshop facilitation
- Parent engagement
- Educational technology
Certification
- Ohio Teacher Certification (Early Childhood Education; Pre-K- grade 3)
Timeline
Grade Level Team Leader
GEMS American Academy
08.2023 - Current
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher
GEMS American Academy
08.2022 - Current
Literacy Coach
Soong Ching Ling International School
08.2021 - 07.2022
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Soong Ching Ling International School
08.2018 - 07.2022
First Grade Teacher
GEMS American Academy
08.2015 - 06.2018
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Texas Tech University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Ashland University
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