Lora Puhl
Stratford
Summary
Dedicated to maintaining high rigor and discipline while making sure that the classroom culture is beneficial to learning; Constantly using data to reflect and improve instruction; Teaching students about growth mindset in the mathematic classroom. Effective Mathematics Teacher skilled in implementing variety of instructional strategies to motivate students and encourage active participation. Instructs students directly to achieve curriculum goals. Dependable mentor offers collaborative skills to build solid relationships with students from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Mathematics Teacher
Stratford High School
Stratford
09.2015 - Current
- Provide rigorous instruction to classes ranging from 10 to 35 students
- College Board certified to teach AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC and AP Statistics.
- Serving on the Curriculum Committee to rewrite Algebra 2 assessments and activities.
- Advisor for Math Team who competes in the Fairfield County Math League competition once a month.
- Collaborate with general education teachers and special education teachers to provide differentiated instruction and classroom accommodations/modifications
- Mu Alpha Theta (Math honors society) advisor
- Freshman/Sophomore class advisor
- Link Crew (Freshman transition program) advisor
- Part of the RULER team to help train teachers and students on bettering SEL at our school
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state mathematics standards.
- Facilitated interactive classroom discussions to enhance student understanding.
- Implemented various assessment methods to evaluate student progress.
- Collaborated with faculty to integrate technology into mathematics instruction.
- Organized math clubs and extracurricular activities to promote interest in mathematics.
- Mentored new teachers on effective teaching strategies and classroom management.
- Communicated regularly with parents about student performance and classroom activities.
Mathematics Teacher
Dolan Middle School
Stamford
09.2008 - 06.2015
- Advisor for Dolan Debs (girl's circle group)
- Instructor for Saturday Math enrichment program
- Trained on how to modify math assignments for ESL students
- Provided individualized support for students struggling with mathematical concepts.
- Monitored student performance on tests, quizzes, projects.
Education
MS - Mathematics
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT05.2018
BS - Mathematics/Secondary Education
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, Connecticut05.2008
Skills
- Google Suite and Microsoft Office
- Interactive learning tools
- Curriculum design
- Advanced placement instruction
- Collaborative teaching
Timeline
Mathematics Teacher
Stratford High School
09.2015 - Current
Mathematics Teacher
Dolan Middle School
09.2008 - 06.2015
MS - Mathematics
Southern Connecticut State University
BS - Mathematics/Secondary Education
Southern Connecticut State University