Maura Lambert
Portland,OR
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Boeckman Creek Primary School
08.2023 - Current
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Utilized assessment data to modify instruction and target areas of weakness for individual students.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and science of reading supported activities.
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication, parent-teacher conferences, and workshops.
K-5 Teacher
Sunset Primary
12.2022 - Current
- Created, managed, and participated in variety of learning environments and activities to support opportunities for students to develop full potential and achieve learning objectives based on students' IEP.
- Collaborated with learning specialists and classroom teachers to design specialized instruction.
- Attended to the special needs of neurodiverse students; teaching high expectations for student achievement and behavior.
- Used a variety of assessments to inform instruction; creating an environment that maximizes student learning.
- Identified characteristics, needs, abilities, and problems of each child through personal interaction and progress reports to optimize approaches.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
Long Term Substitute Teacher
Willamette Primary School
04.2022 - 12.2022
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Communicated with parents regarding lesson plans and upcoming activities and provided feedback on student performance.
- Collaborated with Para Educators to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
- Assigned, explained and graded homework.
- Diversified classroom instruction and group activities to successfully support students with unique strengths and learning styles.
- Administered standardized assessments with strict requirements and documented information in permanent records.
- Leveraged classroom discussion strategies to engage students, promote topics and boost learning opportunities.
Title 1 Teacher
Catapult Learning
09.2021 - 12.2022
- Assessed and reported on each student's reading progress in accordance with policies developed by school district.
- Provided tutoring and after school assistance to students requiring additional help with reading.
- Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
- Supervised small reading groups of students.
- Contacted parents to discuss student progress and notify about class issues.
- Created positive and engaging environment in classroom that encouraged literacy skills.
- Affirmatively communicated and promoted positive attitude with each and every student.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Beaverton School District
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
Lead English Teacher
Greenfield English International Kindergarten
08.2018 - 07.2021
- Acted as the primary English resource for the school.
- Kept classroom organized, clean, and safe for all students and visitors.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
Ecommerce Assistant Director
TWISTonline.com
04.2014 - 06.2018
- Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
- Assisted senior leadership in managing all aspects of operations.
- Strategized content based on Google Analytics data, geographical targeting and keyword planning.
- Provided writing support in fast-paced environment for variety of public-facing materials.
- Developed copy while maintaining brand voice and adhering to legal requirements.
- Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful programs under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating and authentic approach.
- Cultivated social media following across multiple platforms with more than 60K total followers.
- Managed competing deadlines with efficiency.
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Advanced sales cycle plans by maximizing placement of promotions, point of sale materials and product visibility.
- Established vendor performance metrics to evaluate service.
- Established strong vendor relationships to maintain and support business.
Education
Teacher Preparation Certificate Program - Early Childhood Education
Moreland University
Washington, DC05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR06.2008
Certification
- Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid - [August, 2021]
- Provisional Teaching License, Oregon
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Boeckman Creek Primary School
08.2023 - Current
K-5 Teacher
Sunset Primary
12.2022 - Current
Long Term Substitute Teacher
Willamette Primary School
04.2022 - 12.2022
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Beaverton School District
11.2021 - 04.2022
Title 1 Teacher
Catapult Learning
09.2021 - 12.2022
Lead English Teacher
Greenfield English International Kindergarten
08.2018 - 07.2021
Ecommerce Assistant Director
TWISTonline.com
04.2014 - 06.2018
Teacher Preparation Certificate Program - Early Childhood Education
Moreland University
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Oregon