Lora Turner
El Reno,OK
Summary
My primary objective is to provide a safe and nurturing learning environment that encourages student growth and development. I aim to facilitate engaging and challenging instruction that fosters a love for learning, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Elementary School Teacher with expertise in early education, child development and collaborative teaching methods. Experienced in developing lesson plans to meet district and state standards. Confidently offers classroom instruction and personalized student support using balance of traditional and modern approaches.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
1st Grade Teacher
Dove Science Academy
08.2024 - Current
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
- Established strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child''s academic progress and social-emotional development.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Dove Science Academy
08.2021 - 05.2024
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs within the classroom.
- Provided timely feedback on assignments, fostering student growth and improvement through constructive criticism.
- Served as a grade-level team leader, coordinating efforts among colleagues to improve overall teaching practices within the school community.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively through consistent expectations, clear rules, and appropriate consequences for undesirable actions.
Teacher
Legacy Christian Academy
07.2019 - 08.2021
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Writing Teacher
OKC Montessori
08.2017 - 07.2019
- Established a positive classroom environment that fostered mutual respect, collaboration, and an enthusiasm for learning.
- Developed innovative approaches to teaching grammar concepts through hands-on activities, increasing student retention of key rules.
- Designed engaging activities that catered to multiple learning styles, ensuring each student received personalized support for success.
- Coordinated school-wide events such as writing contests and workshops to promote a culture of literacy throughout the campus community.
Education
BS - Animal Science
Oklahoma Panhandle State University
Goodwell, OKSkills
- Math
- Reading
- Science
- Social Studies
- Problem-solving
- Classroom management
- Phonics instruction
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Lesson planning
- Growth mindset
- Assessment administration
Accomplishments
- Taught 28 students over 3 years
- Oversaw 28 students per class.
- Improved test scores by 100% by reworking approach.
COMMUNICATION
Work well with my fellow colleagues. Communication is key when teaching both to parents and my counterparts. Teaching is not a one person job, its teamwork
LEADERSHIP
Led various clubs and my 1st grade team as well as my 3rd grade team
Certification
- TItle 1 Training - Never expires
- Provisional Teaching Certificate
Timeline
1st Grade Teacher
Dove Science Academy
08.2024 - Current
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Dove Science Academy
08.2021 - 05.2024
Teacher
Legacy Christian Academy
07.2019 - 08.2021
Writing Teacher
OKC Montessori
08.2017 - 07.2019
BS - Animal Science
Oklahoma Panhandle State University
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