Valerie McLaughlin
Venice,FL
Summary
My desire remains the same in any work environment. I desire to see people succeed and thrive. I want to bring a culture of honor wherever I go. I want others to feel seen and known by me. I desire to serve so that others may be propelled forward, developing into their fullest potential. This is consistent throughout, whether it be working with small children, elementary students, high school students, and adults alike.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Yutan Public Schools
08.2022 - 11.2023
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
- Built relationships with the students to create a sense of belonging, of being seen and known.
- Built relationships with staff members to create a team mentality.
- Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
- Boosted student engagement with interactive lessons, incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.
- Improvised and adapted easily when lesson plans were not provided.
Pastor
Gathering Place Church
08.2015 - 11.2023
- Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategic plans for ministry growth and expansion.
- Mentored youth, utilizing strengths coaching in both one on one and group settings.
- Developed strong partnerships with the local school districts to implement community events.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Served as a teacher and mentor to children in church community, by teaching weekly in Sunday School class.
- Prepared, delivered and served meals and hand scooped ice cream following each home football game in two school districts to foster community and create a culture.
- Mentored, coached and advised parents on how to foster healthy relationships within their family unit.
- Mentored, coached and advised premarital couples and married couples on how to build a healthy team within their marriages.
- Co-lead FCA at the local school, contributing to the growth of the organization
- Established relationships inside the schools by serving as a substitute teacher
- Developed and implemented programming for Women's ministry
- Co-lead workshops for parents regarding social media
- Co-lead workshops for couples integrating proven concepts and methods through practical everyday applications.
- Co-founded two church plants from the ground up.
- Co-lead podcasts to encourage consistent individual growth and development
Education
No Degree - Education
University of Nebraska At Omaha
No Degree - Education
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
further development
I have been trained in Gallup Strength Finders. I enjoy utilizing this skill when coaching students and adults.
I have been trained by the Gottman Institute. I utilize this training particularly when working with parents and married couples.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Yutan Public Schools
08.2022 - 11.2023
Pastor
Gathering Place Church
08.2015 - 11.2023
No Degree - Education
University of Nebraska At Omaha
No Degree - Education
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
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