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.