Teaching Philosophy:
I believe that all students have the ability to learn when given proper instruction that is thoughtfully planned. Motivation, determination and curiosity are three of the most important aspects of a child's learning experience. I have found that proper guidance provides the right amount of curiosity to keep students motivated and determined to be successful. I have high expectations for all students and give them the support to help them reach their goals and achieve to the best of their abilities.
I believe that all students have the ability to learn when given proper instruction that is thoughtfully planned. Motivation, determination and curiosity are three of the most important aspects of a child's learning experience. I have found that proper guidance provides the right amount of curiosity to keep students motivated and determined to be successful. I have high expectations for all students and give them the support to help them reach their goals and achieve to the best of their abilities.
Education:
Michigan State University
Major: Education
Degree: Master of Arts
Start Date: 06/2007
End Date: Summer 2011
G.P.A. 4.0
Sonoma State University
Major: Liberal Arts
Degree: Bachelor of Arts
Start Date: Fall 2003
End Date: Spring 2007
G.P.A. 3.55 Cum Laude
Michigan State University
Major: Education
Degree: Master of Arts
Start Date: 06/2007
End Date: Summer 2011
G.P.A. 4.0
Sonoma State University
Major: Liberal Arts
Degree: Bachelor of Arts
Start Date: Fall 2003
End Date: Spring 2007
G.P.A. 3.55 Cum Laude
Credentials:
Colorado Initial Teaching License
Issued: 4/24/2010
Expires: 4/24/2013
Texas Standard Classroom Teacher Ec-4
Issued: 5/8/2008
Expires: 6/30/2013
California Preliminary Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential K-12 with English Language Learner Endorsement
Issued: 5/24/2007
Expires: 6/1/2012
Colorado Initial Teaching License
Issued: 4/24/2010
Expires: 4/24/2013
Texas Standard Classroom Teacher Ec-4
Issued: 5/8/2008
Expires: 6/30/2013
California Preliminary Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential K-12 with English Language Learner Endorsement
Issued: 5/24/2007
Expires: 6/1/2012
Teaching Experience:
Employer:
Harrison School District
1060 Harrison Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80905
Assignment:
Otero Elementary School
First Grade Classroom Teacher
Start Date: 8/2010
End Date: Current
Employer:
Killeen Independent School District
200 N WS Young Dr.
Killeen, TX 76543
Assignment:
Clifton Park Elementary School
First Grade Classroom Teacher
Start Date: 8/2007
End Date: 6/2010
Employer:
Harrison School District
1060 Harrison Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80905
Assignment:
Otero Elementary School
First Grade Classroom Teacher
Start Date: 8/2010
End Date: Current
- Implementation of multiple response strategies to engage all students in learning
- The use of data to inform instruction
- Providing a classroom environment that encourages and motivates students to actively participate in their learning
- Differentiated instruction to meet the academic needs of all students
- Assessment of student achievement to allow for proper planning
- Organizing themed units to cross the curriculum and integrate multiple academic areas for students
- Ongoing participation in profession development to stay up to date on current teaching strategies
- Collaboration with colleagues to share ideas
- Experience with the RTI process
- Use of the DIBELS program
Employer:
Killeen Independent School District
200 N WS Young Dr.
Killeen, TX 76543
Assignment:
Clifton Park Elementary School
First Grade Classroom Teacher
Start Date: 8/2007
End Date: 6/2010
Downloadable Resume:
| laura_stokes_resume.pdf |
