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Teacher of theYear representing Peachtree City Elementary in 2012

Laura Edwards

FCBOE
Sharpsburg
1
Certification
39
years of professional experience

Dynamic Elementary School Teacher with a proven track record at FCBOE, adept at differentiated instruction and collaborative teamwork. Successfully developed engaging lesson plans that enhanced student learning outcomes and fostered critical thinking. Recognized for leading professional development workshops that improved teaching practices and curriculum standards.

Work History

Elementary School Teacher

20 Years 10 Months
FCBOE | 07.2005 - 05.2026
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment promoting student collaboration and critical thinking.
  • Integrated technology effectively into classroom activities to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.

Elementary School Teacher

3 Years 9 Months
Walled Lake Consolidated School District | 09.2001 - 06.2005
  • Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
  • Collaborated with parents and staff to support student development and address academic challenges.
  • Led professional development workshops focused on innovative teaching practices and curriculum enhancements.

Elementary School Teacher

9 Months
St. Albert The Great Catholic School | 09.1995 - 06.1996
  • Contributed to school improvement meetings to develop actionable strategies.
  • Partnered with educators to design and implement an engaging Language Arts curriculum.
  • Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state curriculum standards.

Elementary School Teacher

2 Years 9 Months
San Lorenzo Public School System | 09.1992 - 06.1995
  • Represented school school on Curriculum Council and Language Arts committees.
  • Helped and designed a school-wide Ecology Fair.
  • Organized and coordinated Recycling, Reuse, and Reduce Night.

Elementary School Teacher

1 Year 10 Months
Department Of Defense Dependent Schools | 08.1990 - 06.1992
  • Designed and completed the school's first yearbook.
  • Collaborated with Language Arts committee to develop curriculum plans.
  • Organized and held annual Storytelling Contest
  • Participated in Science Fair planning and development team to organize event.

Elementary School Teacher

2 Years 9 Months
San Lorenzo Unified School District | 09.1987 - 06.1990
  • Advocated for school interests on Curriculum Council and Science Committees to influence academic policies.
  • Contributed to School Accreditation Team to enhance educational standards.
  • Supervised noontime sports activities, fostering student engagement and teamwork.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Fresno State University | Fresno, CA | 06.1986

Master of Arts - Reading Specialist

Eastern Michigan University | Ypsilanti, MI | 06.1998

Skills

Differentiated instruction
Collaborative teamwork
Problem-solving skills
Classroom management

Certification

English as a Second Language

LETRES

Timeline

Elementary School Teacher

FCBOE
07.2005 - 05.2026Read More

Elementary School Teacher

Walled Lake Consolidated School District
09.2001 - 06.2005Read More

Elementary School Teacher

St. Albert The Great Catholic School
09.1995 - 06.1996Read More

Elementary School Teacher

San Lorenzo Public School System
09.1992 - 06.1995Read More

Elementary School Teacher

Department Of Defense Dependent Schools
08.1990 - 06.1992Read More

Elementary School Teacher

San Lorenzo Unified School District
09.1987 - 06.1990Read More

Eastern Michigan University

Master of Arts from Reading Specialist
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Fresno State University

Bachelor of Arts from Elementary Education
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Teacher of theYear representing Peachtree City Elementary in 2012

It was an honor to represent Peachtree City Elementary as Teacher of the Year in 2012.  

Laura Edwards