Laura D. Nelson

***** ********* ***** • Lawrence, IN 46236

C: 317-***-**** • adzcj7@r.postjobfree.com

EDUCATION

Marian University, Indianapolis, IN GPA: 3.8

Masters of Arts in Teaching, May, 2013

Indiana University Purdue University at Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN GPA: 3.8 Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education, December 2008 Ivy Tech Community College, Indianapolis, IN GPA: 3.8 Associates of Science, Early Childhood Education, December 2006 CLASSROOM EXPERIENCE

Classroom Teacher - Kindergarten, The PATH School, 2022-current Classroom Teacher-Kindergarten, Kindezi Academy, 2020-2022

● Grade Level Leader

● Focus on Social Emotional Learning and Growth Mindset classroom Classroom Teacher-1st Grade, Avondale Meadows Academy,, 2017-2020

● Grade 1 Leadership Team Member

● Created Afterschool Program for K-2 students and Afterschool Tutoring for 1st grade

Classroom Teacher-2nd Grade, Spring Mill Elementary, 2016-2017

● Grade 2 Math Chair

● Developed curriculum and assessments that met the criteria of the International Baccalaureate program

Classroom Teacher- Kindergarten, Christel House Academy South, 2015- 2016

● Developed a curriculum that allowed students to master Indiana Academic Standards.

● Instructed students of varying English language proficiencies to ensure academic and social success in the classroom

Classroom Teacher-Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, Indiana Math & Science Academy, Fall 2011- 2015

● Teach For America Corps Member 2011-2013.

● Developed a successful reading program that led to an average of 1.9 years of growth in reading.

● Created opportunities each month for families to be engaged in learning opportunities at the school.

● School Level Leadership team member

RELATED EXPERIENCE

● Classroom Remediation Educator - High School,

Lawrence Central High School, Indianapolis, IN, Fall 2010

● Classroom Teacher - 4th Grade - Long term Substitute Crestview Elementary, Spring 2009

● Student Teacher

Crestview Elementary-Grades 3,4,5, Indianapolis, IN, Fall 2008 Hartman Elementary, IPS#78- Grade 1, Indianapolis, IN, Spring 2008 Grassy Creek Elementary-Grade 2, Indianapolis, IN, Spring 2008

● Field Experience

Concord Community Center-Grades K-4, Indianapolis, IN, Fall 2007 Indian Creek Elementary-Grade 4, Indianapolis, IN, Fall 2007 Washington Irving IPS #14-Grade K, Indianapolis, IN, Spring 2007

● Substitute Teaching; Hamilton Southeastern Schools, Fishers, IN; 2006-2011

● Substitute Teaching; MSD Lawrence Township, Indianapolis, IN; 2006- 2011

● Preschool Camp Site Director; Fort Benjamin Harrison YMCA, Lawrence, IN; 2001-2010

● Instructional Assistant; Lawrence Township Centralized Kindergarten, Indianapolis, IN; 2000- 2006

ACTIVITIES/HONORS

● National Board Certified Teacher Candidate, 2016, 2017, 2018

● Concept Schools Teacher of the Year, 2014

● Teach for America Corp Member 2011-2013

● IUPUI Top 100 Outstanding Student, 2008 and 2009

● The National Dean’s List, 2007

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