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LouAnn Parker

GCPS Hopkins ES
Lawrenceville,GA
LouAnn  Parker

Dynamic Pre-K ASD Teacher at GCPS Hopkins ES, skilled in Quality Plus Teaching Strategies and behavior management. Fostered an inclusive classroom that ignited a love for learning, empowering students to thrive through exploration and resilience. Committed to professional development, including ECES PD, IMPACT Lab for ECE, Autism Boot Camps and content area boot camps and literacy trainings, to enhance educational outcomes.

2
Certification
25
Years of experience

Work History

Pre-K ASD Teacher
10 Months
GCPS Hopkins ES - Lilburn, GA | 08.2025 - Current

Directed the establishment of a dynamic learning environment through the integration of GCPS early childhood lesson plans and instructional strategies for ages 3-5. Championed the development of an inclusive and stimulating classroom designed to ignite a passion for learning and exploration in students. Fostered a culture of risk-taking, enabling students to thrive by embracing their experiences and learning from errors.

  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.
SLD Teacher
1 Year 11 Months
Hopkins ES (GCPS) - Lilburn, GA | 08.2023 - 07.2025
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
  • Facilitated classroom activities that fostered student participation and collaboration.
  • Assessed student performance through regular evaluations and provided constructive feedback.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects enhancing learning experiences.
  • Monitored student progress and tailored instructional strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to refine teaching methodologies and practices.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
  • Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
SLD Teacher
9 Years 11 Months
Kanoheda ES (GCPS) - Lawrenceville, GA | 08.2013 - 07.2023

SLD teacher

ASD 3 teacher

General Education teacher grades 1 and 2

Education

Bachelor of Science - Teacher of The Handicapped

Kean University - Union, NJ
12-2001
  • President of the Council for Exceptional Children
  • Writer for the Kean student newspaper

Skills

  • Quality Plus Teaching Strategies
  • Behavior Management Training
  • PBIS
  • MTSS and Crisis Prevention Intervention
  • GCPS Early Childhood PD for new ECES teachers and Bite Sized Learning opportunities
  • Attended IMPACT Lab conference for Early Childhood Educators and Caregivers hosted by GCPS and Building Babies Brains
  • Autism Boot Camp - PD opportunities
  • Literacy Institutes

Certification

Interrelated Resource P-8

Special Education P-12

General Education P-6

Timeline

Pre-K ASD Teacher
GCPS Hopkins ES
08.2025 - CurrentRead more
SLD Teacher
Hopkins ES (GCPS)
08.2023 - 07.2025Read more
SLD Teacher
Kanoheda ES (GCPS)
08.2013 - 07.2023Read more
Kean University - Bachelor of Science, Teacher of The Handicapped
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LouAnn Parker