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Lori Laing

Ocala,Florida

Summary

Skilled teacher with over fifteen years teaching at elementary and middle school levels. Well-versed in developing and implementing core curricula. Provided safe learning environment that fostered growth of students both academically and emotionally. Optimized student performance by promoting goal-oriented activities and encouraging critical thinking.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

6/7th Grade Reading Intervention Teacher

Fort King Middle School
Ocala, FL
01.2020 - Current
  • Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress.

3rd Grade Summer Reading Teacher

Leon County Schools
Tallahassee, Florida
06.2014 - 06.2022
  • Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
  • Assessed and reported on each student's reading progress in accordance with policies developed by school district.

7th Grade ELA Teacher

Raa Middle School
Tallahassee, FL
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.

ESSAY SCORER

Pearson Inc.
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Evaluated essays and assigned scores based on the provided rubric .

6th Grade ELA/Intensive Reading Teacher

Elizabeth Cobb Middle School
Tallahassee, FL
01.2014 - 01.2019
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Developed and implemented interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind.

4th Grade Elementary Teacher

Sabal Palm Elementary
Tallahassee, FL
01.2013 - 01.2014
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.

4th Grade Elementary Teacher

John G. Riley Elementary
Tallahassee, FL
01.2011 - 01.2013
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.

8th Grade ELA Teacher

Taylor County Middle School
Perry, FL
01.2005 - 01.2011
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.

3/4/5th Grade Elementary Teacher

Taylor County Elementary
Perry, FL
01.2004 - 01.2005
  • Planned reading and meth lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.


Education

BACHELORS OF SCIENCE - Elementary Education

Florida A & M University
Tallahassee, FL
12.2004

Masters - Educational Leadership

Saint Leo University
Saint Leo, FL
12.2016

Skills

  • Effective Communication
  • Problem-Solving
  • Social and Emotional Intelligence
  • Time Management
  • Instructional Strategies
  • Classroom Management Techniques
  • Positive Reinforcement Strategies
  • Incorporating and Utilizing Technology

Certification

Reading Endorsement K-12

ESOL

Middle Grades Language Arts 5-9

Elementary Education K-6

Positive Behavior Intervention Strategy Coach (PIBS)

Timeline

6/7th Grade Reading Intervention Teacher

Fort King Middle School
01.2020 - Current

7th Grade ELA Teacher

Raa Middle School
01.2019 - 01.2020

ESSAY SCORER

Pearson Inc.
01.2018 - 01.2020

3rd Grade Summer Reading Teacher

Leon County Schools
06.2014 - 06.2022

6th Grade ELA/Intensive Reading Teacher

Elizabeth Cobb Middle School
01.2014 - 01.2019

4th Grade Elementary Teacher

Sabal Palm Elementary
01.2013 - 01.2014

4th Grade Elementary Teacher

John G. Riley Elementary
01.2011 - 01.2013

8th Grade ELA Teacher

Taylor County Middle School
01.2005 - 01.2011

3/4/5th Grade Elementary Teacher

Taylor County Elementary
01.2004 - 01.2005

BACHELORS OF SCIENCE - Elementary Education

Florida A & M University

Masters - Educational Leadership

Saint Leo University
Lori Laing