LAURA WILSON
Saint Louis
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate teacher with a strong commitment to student success. Motivated by a strong work ethic and driven to achieve goals. Constantly seeking opportunities for personal and professional growth. Experienced Language Arts Teacher with expertise in developing middle school students verbal and written communication skills. Well-versed in curriculum selection, lesson planning, and effective classroom management. Eager to contribute two years of experience to a long-term position, making a lasting impact on student's educational journey.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School ELA Teacher
Blessed Teresa Of Calcutta
06.2024 - Current
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests.
- Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules, and language skills.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Devised and implemented classroom management strategies, maintaining safe and pleasant learning environment.
- Communicated with parents and guardians regarding student progress and behavioral issues.
Fifth Grade Elementary School Teacher
Blessed Teresa Of Calcutta
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
One on One Tutor
Simply Math and Reading
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Providing personalized lessons for each student
- Coaching students phonics, spelling, comprehension and critical thinking skills
- Creating a safe learning environment
Assistant Manager, Associate Trainer, Shift Supervisor, Pro-team Member
Panera Bread Co.
06.2013 - 05.2023
- Provided uncompromising customer service
- Scheduling of associates
- Trained associates in all areas of the Bakery Cafe
- Uphold the standards set by the company
- Controlled food cost through ordering, inventory, and constant communication with associates, and other members of the management team
- Responsible for money handling procedures set by the company
- Opened and closed the Bakery Café
- Help to open new cafes in Nashville, Tennessee and Farmington, Missouri
- Training new staff in positions, as well as helping new managers with the standards of the company
Student Intern
Lindbergh High School
01.2013 - 05.2013
- Conducted ninth grade English I Honors and twelfth grade College Preparation courses
- Developed and implemented skills based curriculum
- Collaborated with Special School District educators in a class within a classroom setting
Pre-Service Teacher
West Junior High School
08.2012 - 12.2012
- Directed group activities and aided in general classroom management in ninth grade English course
- Adapted and individualized reading instruction
Pre-Service Teacher
David H. Hickman High School
01.2012 - 05.2012
- Emphasized multiculturalism through literature instruction
- Instructed students individually and in small groups in the Academic Resource Center
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English, Sociology, Creative Writing
University of Missouri
Columbia, MO05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Education: Language Arts Education (9-12), Multicultural Studies
University of Missouri
Columbia, MO05.2013
Skills
- Grammar instruction
- Oral communication
- Creative writing
- Reading comprehension
- Individualized instruction
- Lesson plan implementation
- Teaching strategies
Honors And Awards
- College of Education Dean's List, 08/2010, 2013
- College of Arts and Science Dean's List, 08/2008, 05/2012
- Latin Honors: Magna Cum Laude, 05/2013
Timeline
Middle School ELA Teacher
Blessed Teresa Of Calcutta
06.2024 - Current
Fifth Grade Elementary School Teacher
Blessed Teresa Of Calcutta
06.2023 - 06.2024
One on One Tutor
Simply Math and Reading
09.2022 - 06.2023
Assistant Manager, Associate Trainer, Shift Supervisor, Pro-team Member
Panera Bread Co.
06.2013 - 05.2023
Student Intern
Lindbergh High School
01.2013 - 05.2013
Pre-Service Teacher
West Junior High School
08.2012 - 12.2012
Pre-Service Teacher
David H. Hickman High School
01.2012 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Education: Language Arts Education (9-12), Multicultural Studies
University of Missouri
Bachelor of Arts - English, Sociology, Creative Writing
University of Missouri
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