Tina M.

Lorenzen
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Profile
Award-winning, dedicated, creative educator with 31 years of experience teaching grades 4-6, and 2 years as a math
specialist, with a proven track record of helping students make academic gains. Flexibly employs a broad array of
strategies and approaches to engage and support diverse learners, including ELLs, in a variety of settings and models.
Strengths include classroom management, data analysis, organization, collaboration, and communication. Motivated,
adaptable self-starter who continually reflects and refines her craft, and supports others in their growth and development.

Education & Certifications

Graduate Certificate TESOL to be completed July 2023 Bridgewater State University Bridgewater, MA

M. Ed. Elementary Education 1999 Fitchburg State College Fitchburg, MA

B.S. Elementary Education 1990 Fitchburg State College Fitchburg, MA

English Minor Summa Cum Laude Kappa Delta Pi Honor Society

Massachusetts Certifications # 293234 Elementary (1-6), Professional and Mathematics (1-6)

& SEI Teacher Endorsement
Teacher of the YearTeacher of the Year
Honors & Awards
Alma del Mar Charter School Master Teacher 2017-2021 New Bedford, MA
Keller ISD District Wide Elementary Teacher of the Year 2011 Keller, TX
Friendship Elementary Campus Teacher of the Year 2011 Fort Worth, TX
Golden Apple Award for Outstanding Elementary Teacher 2007 Littleton, MA

Experience
SEI Launch Teacher, Grade 4 2022 to present
John F. Kennedy Elementary School Brockton, MA
● Provided Sheltered English Immersion instruction for Multilingual learners at Level 1 and Level 2 English
proficiency, using ESL best practices to provide comprehensible input for grade level content standards and build
English language proficiency in a safe, culturally responsive, nurturing learning community
● Warmly welcomed and supported 6 newcomers (speaking 5 different home languages and no English) to their
first U.S. schooling, over the course of the year
● Published class books employing the Language Experience Approach as a vehicle to build literacy skills (in all
four language domains), grade level science content knowledge and understanding of nonfiction text features
● Administered and analyzed informal and formal assessments to identify needs and strengths, inform flexible small
group and whole group instruction, progress monitor and make instructional adjustments
● Incorporated Heggerty Phonemic Awareness, Lively Letters phonics, Fry Sight Words and Phrases, decodable
texts and Lexia Core 5 blended learning to teach foundational literacy skills to help 3 nonreaders and S.L.I.F.E.
students build concepts of print and become readers
● Collaborated with the IST Team (RTI), administrators and guidance counselors to address students’ unique needs
● Co-planned, team-taught and frequently consulted with our campus Language Acquisition Coach
● Utilized translation apps and the assistance of translators to communicate frequently with parents in their native
languages
● All students, who were in the class since the beginning of the school year, met the progress requirements to move
out of Launch and into mainstream classes for next school year

Fourth Grade Teacher 2021 to 2022

Downey Elementary School Brockton, MA
● Implemented new Discovery Science and Illustrative Math programs and district initiatives focused on Active
Reading & Writing, increasing the use of strong reading strategies and writing opportunities across the curriculum
● Incorporated Morning Meetings and a culturally responsive approach to address students’ social emotional needs
● Appointed to the Elementary ELA/Literacy Core Curriculum Pilot Steering Committee, and field tested 3 adoption
options: McGraw-Hill’s Wonders, Savaas’ myView, and HMH’s Into Reading
● Closely monitored progress in ST Math and Lexia Core 5, and provided data informed individualized instruction
● Gained experience with additional learning management systems, programs and platforms: Schoology, Clever,
Mystery Science, Learn Zillion, Edcite, Infinite Campus and Microsoft Office
 ● Collaborated and frequently communicated with specialists to meet the needs of diverse students in my class
(ELL & Special Education Teachers, RTI Team, Behavioral Specialist, Counselors, Math & Literacy Specialists)

Sixth Grade Math & Social Studies Lead Teacher 2015 to 2021
Alma del Mar Public Charter School New Bedford, MA
● Utilized strong data informed instruction to help my 6th grade scholars achieve pre-pandemic levels of mastery on
MCAS above the state average and over 2 ½ times that of their city wide peers
● As founding 6th grade teacher, crafted the curriculum to align to Common Core and MA state frameworks, utilizing
the Singapore Math approach with Math in Focus, Engage NY, and teacher created materials
● Fostered an engaging, safe, and positive learning environment incorporating daily “crew” meetings and SEL
● Collaborated to develop the evolving Social Studies curriculum, based on the Expeditionary Learning (EL) model,
and led project based learning experiences in conjunction with the New Bedford Parks Department to create a
trail map, informational kiosks, and a website featuring plants and animals in one of our city parks
● Organized Expedition Nights, and served on the Instructional Leadership Team, as the MS Expedition Dept. Chair
● Taught at both campuses when the new campus was not able to fill the 6th grade math position in time
● Supported three state licensure candidates as their Supervising Practitioner, managed and coached four
colleagues, and informally mentored others, gaining the nickname “Mama Tina”
● Integrated various technology tools to create a robust and participatory remote learning experience, including the
use of Google Classroom, Nearpod, Edulastic, EdPuzzle, Khan Academy, Assistments, video, as well as
reference resources on our bilingual class website and in our virtual classroom

Fourth Grade Teacher 2009 to 2015

Friendship Elementary School Fort Worth, TX
● Planned data-driven Math instruction for the 4th grade team, incorporating Investigations EnVision, Everyday
Mathematics and GoMath! bringing up campus grade level math scores on state TAKS and STAAR tests
● Incorporated the use of manipulatives, imagery, role playing, movement and arts integration, yoga, cooperative
learning, motivational games, Great Expectations, Baldrige Continuous Improvement quality tools, VESTED
(sheltered instruction model), and Thinking Maps, and Responsive Classroom morning meetings to meet the
needs of diverse learners and set a respectful, engaging, challenging, and fun learning environment
● Facilitated Lucy Calkins-based Writers’ Workshop, Guided Reading, Daily 5, Reading Workshop, and book study
literature circles to build literacy skills through language-rich authentic experiences
● Utilized technology to enhance engagement and instruction, including a Promethean Board and iPad apps
● Involved parents as full partners in their children’s education through conferences, phone calls, surveys, weekly
personalized notes in Home Communication folders, and volunteer opportunities in the classroom
● Chaired the Math PLC and served as fourth grade Team Leader, facilitating team planning, analysis of data,
development of SMART goals, and PDSA (Plan, Do, Study, Act) improvement models
● Collaborated and frequently communicated with specialists to meet the needs of diverse students in my classes
(ELL, Dyslexia, Special Education, Behavioral Psychologist, Counselor, Autism Specialist, and GT)
● Supervised and assisted two student teachers and mentored five new fourth grade classroom teachers
● Worked with team of teachers to run the annual Talent Show auditions and performances

Fifth Grade Math and Science Teacher 2008 to 2009

Chisholm Trail Intermediate School Fort Worth, TX
● Facilitated quality hands-on math and science instruction for 50 students in a two teacher team
● Used data analysis to identify foundational gaps and weaknesses to target instruction to help my majority at-risk
students make substantial gains

K-5 Mathematics Specialist 2006 to 2008

Russell Street School and Shaker Lane School Littleton, MA
● Provided staff development and training in differentiating instruction, using assessment data analysis to identify
areas for remediation and reteaching, and utilizing best practices in mathematics
● Coached teachers through observations, modeling, collaborative planning, and co-teaching
● Coordinated Family Math Nights with committees of parent volunteers and staff
● Created the Math Facts Whiz-ards volunteer program and trained 61 parent volunteers
● Provided Title I remedial services for 35 students in first through fifth grades each year
● Collaborated with technology assistants at each building to develop school math websites
● Served on Elementary Curriculum Council, District Professional Development Council and the Child Study team in
each building to assist with the RTI process

Fourth Grade Teacher 1993 to 2006

Russell Street School Littleton, MA
● Collaborated with colleagues to develop and implement a literature-based language arts program integrating
thematic units of study across the curriculum through literature circles and guided reading
● Aligned district’s fourth grade curriculum to new state frameworks and standards
● Piloted a team-teaching model of using pre-assessment data to form flexible groupings for differentiated learning
 ● Supervised student teachers and hosted practicum students

Theater Arts Club Co-Director 1993 to 2004

Russell Street School Littleton, MA
● Directed and produced 22 musical theater productions with students in third through sixth grade

Fourth Grade Teacher, Fifth Grade Science and Music Teacher 1990 to 1993
St. Leo’s School Leominster, MA
● Introduced and implemented the Writing Process as an integral Language Arts component and co-created a
pen-pal program with an ESL teens after school program
● Enhanced textbook based science and math curriculum with manipulatives, cooperative learning, and experiential
learning opportunities with class sizes of 35

Other Professional Leadership

● Completed 2 years of training to become campus trainer with KISD Continuous Improvement Team
● Performed model lessons and provided staff development in Math and ELA online resources and best practices
● Worked as Teaching Assistant and mentor for brain-based “Multi-Sensory Learning through the Arts” graduate
level course collaboration between Fitchburg State College and the Indian Hill Music Center in Littleton
● Assisted Littleton staff with integrating technology into the curriculum as a Technology Mentor
● Served as Littleton Educators Association Vice President and Building Representative
● Worked on School Climate and Technology Curriculum committees for NEASC Accreditation and presented
reports to the visiting team at Russell Street School

Community Service
Music Ministry Leader & Singer, Religious Education Committee & Teacher, Youth Group Advisor, Haiti Mission
Congregations in Boston, Lexington and Leominster, MA and Southlake, TX 1984 to 2011
Hospice Choir Singer, Webmaster and Tech Support
Concordia Singers serving Southcoast VNA and Old Colony Hospice 2016 to 2021

Hobbies & Interests

Meditation, Nature Photography & Crafts, Quilting, Reading, Singing, Learning, and Helping Others