Lauretta Krober
Zionsville,IN
Summary
Dedicated teaching professional with a natural talent to reach every student and instill a love for learning. Demonstrated experience in designing age appropriate lessons and activities that teach fundamental academic and socialization skills. Devoted to building a nurturing and safe learning environment.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fifth Grade Teacher
Carmel Clay Schools/Towne Meadow Elementary
Carmel, Indiana
08.2019 - Current
- Promoted critical thinking skills by designing problem-solving activities and encouraging collaborative group work.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Improved parent-teacher communication through regular progress reports and open lines of communication, strengthening support for student success.
- Increased student engagement with creative lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles, leading to higher levels of understanding and retention.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education, continuously improving teaching methods.
- Built positive relationships with students.
Second Grade Teacher
Phalen Leadership Academy@103
Indianapolis, IN
09.2015 - 08.2019
- Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through consistent communication, leading to increased parental involvement in their child''s education.
- Managed classroom effectively using positive discipline techniques and behavior management plans tailored to individual student needs.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Education
B.S. Elementary Education Kindergarten Endorsement and Reading Specialty - Elementary Education
05.1989
Skills
- Managing classroom for diverse populations
- Excellent classroom management
- Diverse classroom settings
- Innovative lesson planning
- Differentiated instruction
- Strong collaborator
- Experience working special needs students
- Motivating students
- Interactive teaching/learning
- Positive learning environment
- Student-centered learning
Accomplishments
Curriculum Development
- Tailored educational curriculum to students with range of learning styles, disabilities, strengths, and weaknesses
- Targeted Development
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and to determine priorities and resource needs.
- Student Progress Conferences
- Conducted conferences with parents, administrators, testing specialists and social workers to discuss educational plans designed to promote students' educational/social development.
Material Development
- Created [materials, curriculum] targeting [all learners] to create an engaging educational experience.
Certification
K-6 Non-Dept. Elementary Education, Kindergarten Endorsement, Reading Specialty
Timeline
Fifth Grade Teacher - Carmel Clay Schools/Towne Meadow Elementary
08.2019 - Current
Second Grade Teacher - Phalen Leadership Academy@103
09.2015 - 08.2019
Greenville College - B.S. Elementary Education Kindergarten Endorsement and Reading Specialty, Elementary Education
K-6 Non-Dept. Elementary Education, Kindergarten Endorsement, Reading Specialty
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