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Laynah Sheets

5218 West 85 South, Lafayette, IN 47909,IN

Summary

Engaging, organized, patient and adaptable teacher with great interpersonal skills and strong work ethic. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive approaches to learning. Dedicated to serving those with special needs or considerations with utmost respect and consideration and accommodating their needs. Passion to help individuals learn and reach their full potential. Competent at performing independently and also eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent communication skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel as a teacher.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Math Teacher

Tippecanoe School Corporation
12.2021 - Current
  • Assess submitted class assignments, determine grades, review work with struggling students, and adapt lesson plans to provide reinforcement of areas of weakness.
  • Lead interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material through a variety of methods and tools to reach students of differing abilities and improve their math skills.
  • Maintain organized and consistent classroom environment conducive to learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives through detailed syllabus, daily structured routines, and providing additional communication route of expectations via Canvas.
  • Implement peer tutoring system to enhance comprehensive understanding of math techniques and increase student test scores.
  • Cultivate relationships with parents, students, and staff to establish effective support network through phone calls, meetings, and email.

Church Volunteer

Evangelical Covenant Church
05.2010 - Current

Have served in various roles within the church including:

  • MOPS steering committee
  • Leading Bible study
  • Teaching preschool class
  • Serving monthly meals at BAUER Community Center

Child & Adolescent Case Manager

Valley Oaks Health
01.2020 - 12.2021
  • Develop plans to strengthen family units.
  • Document data and complete accurate updates to case records.
  • Increase youth participation in activities that provide opportunities to achieve treatment goals through collaboration with therapists, schools, and community resources.
  • Build solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
  • Monitor progress and document any patient health status changes, keeping healthcare team updated.
  • Identify service gaps and located needed resources for individuals, including housing, work placement and other support.
  • Determine needed and relevant interventions based on each client's cognitive abilities and current needs.

CASA Volunteer

CASA
10.2009 - 10.2011
  • Developed personal relationships with CHINS and all involved in their care
  • Respected need for confidentiality and sensitivity for families
  • Attended court hearings
  • Wrote reports
  • Made recommendations regarding services and placements

Substitute Teacher

Tippecanoe School Corporation
08.2003 - 02.2006
  • Established relationships with teachers and administrators
  • Taught students lessons at elementary, middle, and high school levels
  • Created lessons plans when substituting for several weeks
  • Maintained controlled work environment
  • Ensured safety of children
  • Reported accomplishments and concerns to teacher

Education

Bachelor of Science - Management

Purdue University
West Lafayette, Indiana
08.2005

Some College (No Degree) -

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Lafayette, Indiana

No Degree - Transition To Teaching

Purdue University
West Lafayette
08.2023

Skills

  • Highly organized
  • Effective multi-tasking
  • Positive learning environment
  • Resolving discrepancies
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Self-motivated
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Quick learner
  • Detail-oriented
  • MS Office, Canvas, PowerSchool

Timeline

Math Teacher

Tippecanoe School Corporation
12.2021 - Current

Child & Adolescent Case Manager

Valley Oaks Health
01.2020 - 12.2021

Church Volunteer

Evangelical Covenant Church
05.2010 - Current

CASA Volunteer

CASA
10.2009 - 10.2011

Substitute Teacher

Tippecanoe School Corporation
08.2003 - 02.2006

Bachelor of Science - Management

Purdue University

Some College (No Degree) -

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana

No Degree - Transition To Teaching

Purdue University
Laynah Sheets