Lori Baker

Elementary school teacher with 10+ years of teaching experience in lower elementary classrooms of 18-24 students. Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood education with a license to teach in the state of North Carolina, grades K-6. Eager to utilize my diverse experiences and education to create a positive, student focused learning environment.

• State of North Carolina Teaching Certificate (K-6)
• IMSE Orton-Gillingham Training/ Certificate (30.0 hours)

Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education

Brenau University, Gainesville, GA. 2013

Associate of Science in Early Childhood Education

Gainesville State University, Oakwood, GA. 2010

College Prep High School Diploma

Collins Hill High School, Suwanee, GA. 2006

Teacher - Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools ( 8/2019- Present)

Crown Point Elementary School- Matthews, North Carolina- Kindergarten and Second Grade

River Oaks Academy-  Charlotte, North Carolina- Kindergarten 

• Create and implement lesson plans for all subjects that directly align with grade level content standards.
• Analyze student data to successfully create small group lessons and instruction based on students needs.
• Develop assessments, grade student work and provide positive constructive feedback to students.
• Administer standardized tests, assess students both formally and informally, complete progress reports and report cards.
• Maintain communication with parents through email, phone calls and conferences to discuss students strengths and needs.
• Actively participate in Professional development courses and school wide book studies.

Long-Term Substitute ( 8/2018- 6/2019)

River Oaks Academy- Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools- Charlotte, North Carolina

• Acted as Kindergarten teacher of record for entire school year, creating a positive learning environment.
• Attended grade levels planning meetings, staff meetings and school functions.
• Communicated with parents/families through email, phone calls and conferences to discuss strengths and needs.
• Work with grade level to develop assignments and assessments, grade student work, and provide positive constructive feedback to students.

Teacher Assistant (08/2017- 6/2018)

River Oaks Academy- Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools- Charlotte, North Carolina

• Created and implemented lessons that directly aligned with content standards that focus on reading and math strategies. Alongside of this, I also provide differentiated instruction based on the small groups needs.
• I cooperated with grade level teachers and facilitators in order to develop a strategic plan for all students and groups.
• Developed assignments and assessments, grade student work, and provide positive constructive feedback to students.
• Acted as teacher of record for absent teacher in multiple grade levels.
• Provided support for grade level by developing class lessons, gathering materials and assisting in the classroom.
  

Substitute Teacher (08/2016 - 05/2017)

Gwinnett County Public Schools – Gwinnett County, Georgia

• Collected materials and instructions for each school day to align with classroom curriculum.
• Kept detailed records of the classroom and students activities/ behaviors.
• Followed lesson plans and specific teacher and administration instructions. Reported any problems to school administration.
• Created a respectful classroom environment that was conducive to learning.
• Guided the learning process toward the achievement of grade- level curriculum goals and objectives.

Student Teacher (08/2013- 11/2013)

Woodward Mill Elementary School- Lawrenceville, Georgia

• Served as a student teacher for twenty-four diverse first grade learners.
• Created and implemented lesson plans that aligned with county AKS using a wide variety of teaching and motivational strategies to engage students in active learning.
• Developed assessments, graded student work, and provided positive constructive feedback to students.
• Designed a classroom management plan, attended faculty meetings, professional development classes, and parent/teacher conferences.

Sales Associate and Key Carrier (06/2006 - 07/2017)

Payless ShoeSource- Buford, Georgia /Charlotte, North Carolina

• Communicated and assisted the public to deliver a high-quality and enjoyable shopping experience.
• Performed managerial duties in managers absence: reporting, creating schedules, and new associate training.
• Completed all point of sale opening and closing procedures, including counting the contents of the cash register,and making bank deposits.
• Analyzed reports of sales decrease/ increase, units per transaction, customer conversion, and customer purchasing trends in order to set new effective individual and team goals.
• Processed incoming shipments, price merchandise, and organize on sales floor.
• Traveled to other store locations to cover managerial and store associate duties when stores were in need.
• Trained and instructed new employees on customer service skills, store operations, and various other activities.