Lauren Osborne Ward
Rocky Mount
Summary
Dedicated elementary school teacher with experince in grades 2nd through 5th. Utilizes collaborative teaching methods to enhance student learning. Skilled in creating lesson plans that align with district and state standards, ensuring academic success for all students. Proficient in delivering engaging classroom instruction and providing individualized student support by integrating both traditional and modern teaching techniques.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Third, Fourth, and Fifth Grade Teacher
Winstead Avenue Elementary – Nash County Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Mentored new teachers after completing formal mentor training
- Participated in teacher evaluations using the NC Teacher Evaluation System
- Delivered effective instruction in multiple grade levels while fostering student academic growth
Fourth and Fifth Grade Teacher
Glendale-Kenly Elementary – Johnston County Public Schools
08.2012 - 06.2023
- Evaluated co-teachers using NC Teacher Evaluation tools
- Collaborated with the district to develop RCD (Rigorous Curriculum Design) units tailored to varied instructional needs
- Facilitated PLC meetings to analyze data and inform instruction
- Prepared and delivered differentiated lesson plans based on student data
- Balanced group and individual instruction to meet diverse academic needs
- Built strong communication channels with parents and staff to support student learning
Second Grade Teacher
Nashville Elementary School – Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools
01.2012 - 06.2012
- Created and maintained a classroom environment supportive of all learners
- Assumed responsibility and accountability for student academic progress
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
North Carolina Wesleyan College
Rocky Mount, NC12.2011
Skills
- An engaging Elementary Teacher with thirteen years of experience teaching and monitoring up to 30 students at a time Successfully implements lessons and consistently meets growth expectations in reading and math for both state and district testing
- Parent-teacher communication
- Instructional strategies
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
- Classroom management
- Team collaboration
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Grade Level Chair
- Completed LERTS Training
- Completed Mentor Training
Timeline
Third, Fourth, and Fifth Grade Teacher
Winstead Avenue Elementary – Nash County Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
Fourth and Fifth Grade Teacher
Glendale-Kenly Elementary – Johnston County Public Schools
08.2012 - 06.2023
Second Grade Teacher
Nashville Elementary School – Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools
01.2012 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
North Carolina Wesleyan College
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