Lori Blasingame
Rock Hill,SC
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience in curriculum development and data analysis. Proven track record in enhancing student engagement through project-based learning and collaborative strategies. Passionate about fostering diverse learning environments and leading professional development initiatives that drive academic success.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
6th and 7th Grade ELA and Social Studies Teacher
Banks Trail Middle School
Fort Mill School District, SC
08.2023 - Current
- Developed curriculum and assessments with the ELA and social studies PLC groups.
- Collaborated with other subject and grade-level teachers to build complementary educational frameworks for students.
- Collaborated with other teachers on interdisciplinary projects that integrated social studies into other subject areas.
6th Grade ELA and Social Studies Teacher
Camp Road Middle School
Charleston School District, SC
08.2021 - 04.2023
- Hosted and mentored a student teacher from the College of Charleston.
- Completed the course "Transitioning to K-6 Remote Teaching".
- Developed lesson plans to teach students about world cultures, religions, and political systems.
- Created activities such as debates and simulations to reinforce learning objectives.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
5th Grade Science and Social Studies Teacher
Buist Academy for Advanced Studies
Charleston, USA
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Developed class learning plans to meet district and state requirements for instruction for advanced students.
Lead Teacher
Virtual Summer-School for Math K-2nd
Charleston, USA
06.2020 - 07.2020
- Participated in professional development sessions related to online teaching methods.
- Utilized instructional technology such as video conferencing and online course platforms for remote teaching sessions.
- Supported teachers in daily online instruction.
- Kept records of student participation.
K-1st Reading and Math Interventionist
St. Andrews School of Math and Science
Charleston, USA
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Provided small group reading and math intervention to students in need of remediation.
- Tracked student data over time using assessment tools.
- Consulted regularly with classroom teachers regarding curriculum decisions related to mathematics instruction.
- Conducted periodic assessments to measure student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
6th Grade ELA and Social Studies Teacher
Banks Trail Middle School
Fort Mill School District, SC
08.2016 - 06.2019
- South Carolina Teaching Standards (SCTS) Training June 19-21,2018
- Fort Mill School District STEAM Leadership Corps led by Discovery Education
- Provided monthly STEAM professional development sessions for sixth-grade faculty.
- SREB Making Schools Work Conference in Orlando, FL, July 2018
- Led professional learning communities within the department to share best practices and strategies for enhancing student learning.
- Leadership team for the summer camp, Path to the Trail.
5th Grade Teacher
Ebinport Elementary School
Rock Hill School District, SC
08.2007 - 06.2016
- SAFE-T Evaluator
- Cooperative Teacher for Winthrop University
- Taught in the Read to Succeed Summer Camp 2015
- Attended the Professional Learning Communities at Work Institute, November 5-7, 2014, in Charlotte, NC
- Co-wrote 5th-grade science benchmark assessments for the RHSD
- Rock Hill School District 5th Grade Curriculum Mapping Team
- Grade level chair - 7 years
- Leadership Team
- Data-driven instruction
- Response to Intervention (RTI) Model
- 5th Grade Science Bowl Coach - 3 years
- Led kindergarten through fifth-grade teachers in vertical planning and professional development to develop school-wide writing goals.
- Wrote and received three Rock Hill School District Foundation grants
- iRock Evaluation Team for implementing 1:1 technology
- RHSD 5th Grade Acceptable Evidence Team for Standards-Based Report Cards
- Rock Hill School District Distinguished Climber Award (Planning and Collaboration)
4th Grade Teacher
Rosewood Elementary School (IBPYP)
Rock Hill School District, SC
08.2005 - 06.2007
- Diversity Training
Education
Master of Science (MS) - Educational Leadership and Administration
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN01.2013
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Elementary Education
Oklahoma Baptist University
Shawnee, OK01.2005
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Data analysis
- Educational technology
- Diverse learning methods
- Team building
- Instructional design
- Engagement strategies
- Collaborative learning
- Project-based learning
- Mentoring relationships
Websites
Certification
- Early Childhood Education
- Elementary Education
- Middle Level ELA Education
- Middle Level Social Studies Education
- SC Principal
Publications And Curriculum
- The Blessing of You, Children's Book
- Teachers Pay Teachers Store, https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Inspire-TheLove-Of-Learning
Endorsements
- Gifted and Talented
- Read to Succeed
Timeline
6th and 7th Grade ELA and Social Studies Teacher
Banks Trail Middle School
08.2023 - Current
6th Grade ELA and Social Studies Teacher
Camp Road Middle School
08.2021 - 04.2023
5th Grade Science and Social Studies Teacher
Buist Academy for Advanced Studies
08.2020 - 06.2021
Lead Teacher
Virtual Summer-School for Math K-2nd
06.2020 - 07.2020
K-1st Reading and Math Interventionist
St. Andrews School of Math and Science
08.2019 - 06.2020
6th Grade ELA and Social Studies Teacher
Banks Trail Middle School
08.2016 - 06.2019
5th Grade Teacher
Ebinport Elementary School
08.2007 - 06.2016
4th Grade Teacher
Rosewood Elementary School (IBPYP)
08.2005 - 06.2007
Master of Science (MS) - Educational Leadership and Administration
Capella University
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Elementary Education
Oklahoma Baptist University