Laurren Needleman
Palmdale,CA
Summary
Dedicated educator with expertise in developing tailored lesson plans that foster intellectual, emotional, physical, and social development in students. Proven ability to adapt instructional strategies and create a student-centered environment that maximizes educational success.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Westside Union School District
Quartz Hill, CA
02.2024 - 06.2025
- Developed and implemented innovative lesson plans aligned with common core state standards.
- Utilized diverse teaching methods to engage students and promote active learning.
- Conducted continuous evaluations to assess student development and identify challenges.
- Communicated assessment findings regularly to parents and administration.
- Established a positive, structured environment that encouraged respect and participation.
- Collaborated effectively with grade level teams and administrators to support academic success.
- Fostered a sense of community among students through effective leadership practices.
- Promoted emotional, cognitive, and social development in a supportive classroom atmosphere.
General Manager
OLD NAVY
Stevenson Ranch, CA
08.2011 - 08.2021
- Oversaw retail store with over six million annual volume and 50+ employees.
- Enabled profitable sales growth through customer operations, merchandising, and talent development.
- Cultivated high-performance culture by building effective teams and promoting engagement.
- Recruited, hired, onboarded, and developed managers and staff to enhance operational efficiency.
Education
Graduate Credential Program -
LOS ANGELES PACIFIC UNIVERSITY
San Dimas, CA08.2025
Graduate Credential Program - Prerequisite courses
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY BAKERSFIELD
Bakersfield, CA08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Child and Adolescent Development
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY FULLERTON
Fullerton, CA05.2012
Skills
- Data analysis
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Team collaboration
- Educational technologies
- Early education specialist
References
References Available Upon Request
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Westside Union School District
02.2024 - 06.2025
General Manager
OLD NAVY
08.2011 - 08.2021
Graduate Credential Program -
LOS ANGELES PACIFIC UNIVERSITY
Graduate Credential Program - Prerequisite courses
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY BAKERSFIELD
Bachelor of Science - Child and Adolescent Development
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY FULLERTON