Lauren Thompson

lthomp3@ilstu.edu
(217) 622-7739
Current Address:
104 Crossing Drive
Normal, IL 61761
Education

Permanent Address:
3200 Lauxmont Drive
Springfield, IL 62712
Illinois State University, Normal, IL
Bachelor of Science in Education, Special Education, December 2016
Professional Educator License
Endorsement(s): Learning Behavior Specialist 1, PreK-Age 21
GPA: 3.64/4.0
Lincoln Christian Education, Lincoln, IL
Bachelor of Science in Bible, December 2016
GPA: 3.47/4.0; Deans List three semesters

Pre-professional
Experience

Practicum Experience:
Normal Community High School, Normal, IL (8/15-current)
10th Grade Co-taught Chemistry, Diverse student population: suburban, 24% low
income, 30% minority students, 9% students with disabilities, 1% English Learners
Taught introductory Chemistry lessons
Assisted in grading and answering student questions
Eugene Field, Normal, IL (8/15-current)
18-21 Transition Program, Life Skills Instruction
Developed daily curriculum
Instructed on skills pertaining to functional and academic domains
Gathered data for meeting IEP goals

Relevant
Experiences

First Grade Tutor (1/15-5/15)

Oakdale Elementary School, Normal, IL
Assessed students to determine instructional reading level
Created and implemented literacy lessons to a small group
Collected data to track students progress
Childrens Choir Director (8/13-12/13)
Lincoln Christian Church, Lincoln, IL
Directed and choreographed music for Christmas program

Activities

Respite Caregiver (2/15-current)

Implemented behavior management procedures to child with Downs Syndrome
Facilitated daily morning routine

Special Skills

Know Sign Language: finger spelling and basic communication

Proficient Note-taker