12/9/2018 Lauren Resume - Google Docs

Lauren Dollar 
 
4111 N Drinkwater Blvd  •  Scottsdale, AZ 85251  •  (417) 209­2470  •   lauren.dollar 417@gmail.com 
 
EDUCATION 
The University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS May 2016 
● Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education 
● Endorsed in Teaching English as a Second Language   
● Participant in PDS Educational Program   
 
Nixa High School, Nixa, Missouri     May 2011 
TEACHING EXPERIENCE 
 
Classroom Teacher/ Gifted and Special Education Cluster Teacher  
4th Grade Sunset Elementary – Phoenix, Arizona Fall 2016 - present 
● Implemented IEPs and 504s to accommodate students with hearing loss, cerebral palsy, seizure disorder, ODD, 
ADD, ADHD, and OHI 
● Increased student achievement on state testing to 97% of students meeting or exceeding state standards.  
● Created a collaborative learning environment with an average of 33 students of various backgrounds while 
building an atmosphere of respect, empathy and support 
● Collaborated with vertical and horizontal grade levels to support students needs 
● Utilized Singapore math and Spalding strategies to increase fluency in math and reading  
● Collaborated with the 5th grade team to provide compacted curriculum for high achieving 4th grade gifted 
students 
● Incorporated technology effectively into lessons and communication with parents  
● Implemented differentiated instruction in small groups including literacy circles and math groups 
 
Student Teaching  
1st Grade at John F Kennedy - Kansas City, Kansas Spring 2016 
4th Grade at John Fiske Elementary – Kansas City, Kansas Fall 2015 
● Motivated students by fostering a positive learning environment and rich learning opportunities 
● Created interactive goal­set lessons addressing the diverse needs of students across all subject areas  
● Incorporated ESL instruction into all lesson plans and daily activities to address students’ needs 
● Established effective classroom management skills 
● Communicated effectively with school staff members, administration and parents 
 
Practicum/Pre-Service teacher 5th grade 
McCarter Elementary – Topeka, KS Spring 2015 
● Administered and analyzed literacy assessments; developed and implemented lessons to a student 
● Co­teaching strategies used during all social studies lessons to increase students conceptual understanding 
 
Practicum/Pre-Service teacher 1st grade 
Langston Hughes Elementary – Lawrence KS Fall 2014 
● Evaluated students progress at the completion of literature development program and formulated a tutoring 
report based on analysis of data collected throughout program 
● Designed mathematical lessons centered around inquiry, manipulatives, and standards/benchmarks  

 
   
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Pre-Service teacher 1st grade  
John Thomas School of Discovery Elementary Magnet School – Nixa, MO Spring 2013 
● Administered and analyzed literacy assessments; developed and implemented lesson to students 
● Modified literary instruction based on needs of students with a focus in reading fluency and comprehension 
 
Pre-Service teacher Kindergarten 
Turner Elementary – Kansas City, MO Fall 2012 – Spring 2013 
● Assisted with whole­class, small group, and individual student activities  
● Improved students develop academic and social skills  
 
 
MULTICULTURAL TEACHING EXPERIENCE 
 
International Pre-Service teacher in 1st – 5th grade 
Rodari – Carpi Italy Summer 2014 
● Facilitated in the implementation of ESL literacy program in all classrooms  
● Integrated multiple instructional techniques such as cooperative learning, inquiry­based learning, 
direct instruction, and use of manipulatives to teach English to students  
 
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE 
 
Classroom Teacher - Leadership 
● Fundraising and Grants Committee Chair Lead  Fall 2017 – present  
● Site coordinator for Gifted ILPs for grades 1-5 Spring 2018 - Spring 2019 
 
Sigma Kappa Sorority – Leadership 
● Executive Vice President of New Member Education Spring 2015 – Spring 2016 
● House Manager for Sigma Kappa Sorority Spring 2014 - Fall 2014 
● Member of Corporation Board  Spring 2014 - Fall 2014 
● Philanthropy Directory for The Walk to Empower: Circle of Sisterhood Spring 2013 - Fall 2014 
 
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE and INVOLVEMENT  
● Rise to Read - Before school literacy club 
● WIND - After school tutoring for struggling students  
● Math Club Sponsor - 2016-2018  
● Reach to Teach – Pre-Education Club  
●  
Able Hawks and Allies – University of Kansas Advocacy club 
 
CERTIFICATIONS and ENDORSEMENTS  
● Visible Learning: for Literacy K-8 - Spring 2017 
● Leadership Conference - Summer 2017 
● Spalding MILA 1 Reading and Writing Teaching Certified – Winter 2018 
● Singapore Math: Bar Modeling and Fractions Certified - Summer 2018  
● Gifted Endorsement for Grades K-8 – Spring 2019 
 
 
 
   
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