Laura Lee Dartez
Purvis
Summary
Skilled Language Arts Teacher knowledgeable about building strong verbal and written communication skills in upper elementary students. Familiar with curriculum selection, lesson planning and classroom management. Desiring to contribute 17+ years of experience to long-term position.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Response Coordinator
Granny's Alliance Holdings, Inc.
08.2017 - 07.2023
- Conducted regular training sessions to maintain high levels of preparedness among team members and partner organizations.
- Collaborated with other stakeholders such as utility companies or healthcare providers to develop coordinated response plans addressing specific hazards unique to their industries or facilities.
5th Grade ELA Teacher
Pascagoula-Gautier School District
08.2013 - 08.2017
- Utilized various formative assessment tools for evaluating student progress and providing constructive feedback on their work.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Designed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards, resulting in increased student interest and participation.
6th Grade Reading Teacher
Biloxi Public Schools
08.2012 - 06.2013
- Collaborated with colleagues to create an interdisciplinary curriculum, enhancing student understanding of various subjects.
- Promoted a love of reading by maintaining a well-stocked classroom library and encouraging independent book selection.
- Utilized assessment data to inform instructional decisions and provide targeted support for struggling students.
Special Education Inclusion Teacher
Hancock County School District
08.2010 - 06.2012
- Reviewed state standards to ensure alignment with IEP goals, maintaining compliance with federal regulations such as IDEA and FAPE requirements.
- Conducted regular progress monitoring to identify areas of improvement and adjust instructional strategies accordingly.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to modify lesson plans and assessments, ensuring accessibility for all students.
5th Grade ELA Teacher
Long Beach School District
07.1999 - 06.2009
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Managed classroom effectively by establishing clear expectations and consequences, leading to a positive learning atmosphere.
- Collaborated with grade-level team members to create interdisciplinary lessons that reinforced key concepts across subjects.
Education
Master of Science - Elementary Education
William Carey University
Hattiesburg, MS07.2005
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS08.1999
High School Diploma -
Long Beach High School
Long Beach, MS05.1986
Skills
- Collaborative learning
- Educational research
- Oral communication
- Student Motivation
- Project-based learning
- Writing instruction
Timeline
Emergency Response Coordinator
Granny's Alliance Holdings, Inc.
08.2017 - 07.2023
5th Grade ELA Teacher
Pascagoula-Gautier School District
08.2013 - 08.2017
6th Grade Reading Teacher
Biloxi Public Schools
08.2012 - 06.2013
Special Education Inclusion Teacher
Hancock County School District
08.2010 - 06.2012
5th Grade ELA Teacher
Long Beach School District
07.1999 - 06.2009
Master of Science - Elementary Education
William Carey University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Southern Mississippi
High School Diploma -
Long Beach High School
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