Lauren Danielle Graham

contact objective

(708) 567-3146 Current student teacher with experience in managing classrooms

of 20–25 students, my goal is to secure a position as a teacher and
utilize my dedication to foster quality education required for a
lauren.danielle.graham@gmail.com
child's development. Adept at using positive reinforcement
teaching techniques to encourage student behavior and growth.
Chicago, IL With a Masters in Elementary Education, my goal is to develop
and promote classrooms of creativity and high-order thinking
www.linkedin.com/in/laurengraham skills that increase the performance of the students.
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professional experience education

M.Ed. ELEMENTARY EDUCATION
STUDENT TEACHER Grand Canyon University
Churchill Elementary School / Homewood, IL / 2021- Present 2020-2021

 Prepare and administer regular Math and English Language Arts lessons B.S. EXERCISE SCIENCE
in a hybrid learning setting. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
2016-2018
 Create and adapt lesson plans according to students’ academic needs,
key skills
including both individual and group work.
 Managed classroom of 23 students independently using positive Lesson Planning
behavior management strategies.
Active Listening
 Implemented lesson plans for all academic areas based on Common Core
Accuracy and Attention to Detail
curriculum.
Classroom Management

INSTRUCTIONAL AIDE Differentiated Instruction

Avery Elementary School / Saint Louis, Mo / 2020 - 2021
Positive Attitude
 Led math and reading interventions, executed literacy programs, and
collaborative with teachers and paraprofessionals on student advocacy. certifications
 Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on
CPR/AED/First Aid
activities, interventions, and small groups.
American Heart Association
 Planned, advertised, and executed a weekly after-school activities as part
of afterhours care of Adventure Club. Substitute Teacher
 Took charge of supervising students during lunch and recess duties. Illinois Department of Education