LAURA MODRESKE
Hamilton Elementary
SCHAUMBURG
1
Certification
40
years of professional experience
Early childhood education professional with strong foundation in special education methodologies and inclusive teaching practices. Proven ability to create supportive learning environments that address diverse student needs. Highly collaborative and results-driven, known for adaptability and teamwork.
Work History
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
9 Years- Created a stimulating and safe educational environment that supported children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical skill development.
- Developed individualized education plans to support diverse learning needs of students.
- Collaborated with families and specialists to enhance student development and communication strategies.
- Implemented adaptive teaching methods to foster inclusive classroom environments.
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
3 Years 10 Months- Supported students with developmental difficulties including speech and vision problems, limited motor skills, sensory-processing difficulties, and special learning challenges to enhance their learning experiences.
- Developed individualized education plans for diverse learners, ensuring tailored support and measurable progress.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to implement effective strategies for enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Conducted assessments to identify developmental delays, guiding interventions and support services for students.
Teacher Consultant
16 Years 10 Months- Acted as Home Visit Liaison. Trained new teachers to meet the needs of special needs learners. Developed and held IEPs with parents. Compiled academic assessments, ADHD rating scales, and classroom observational data to inform identification of special needs learners. Designed behavioral suggestion plans to enhance student engagement.
- Developed tailored instructional strategies to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with educators to implement effective teaching methodologies and resources.
- Provided professional development workshops to improve instructional practices among staff.
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
4 Years 10 Months- Supported students with developmental difficulties, including speech and vision problems, limited motor skills, sensory-processing difficulties, and special learning challenges, fostering their educational growth and development.
- Developed individualized education plans to meet diverse learning needs of students.
- Implemented evidence-based strategies to enhance social and emotional development in children.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess student progress and adapt interventions.
ECSE Educator and Teacher
10 Months- First Inclusive PPI Classroom/State Funded 4-year-old program at Ottawa Magnet School Modified lessons and revised standard curriculum to align with child's functional capacity and accommodations. Co-taught in integrated learning settings to foster inclusive education.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs.
- Fostered positive classroom environments that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
- Utilized data-driven assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instructional strategies accordingly.
Special Education Teacher
3 Years 10 Months- Teacher for severely emotional and impaired adolescents. Collaborated with students with learning, mental, emotional, or physical disabilities to support their educational needs. Help them adapt with general education lessons and teach various subjects to them with mild to moderate disabilities. Instructed students with severe disabilities in basic skills, promoting their independence and daily living abilities.
Education
BS, MA - Early Childhood Education & Psychology
Skills
Individualized education plans
Sensory integration techniques
Inclusive teaching practices
Teamwork and cooperation
Certification
- Teacher Consultant August, 1991
- ECSE Certification August, 1989
- SA Cognitive Impairment August, 1985
- SE Emotional Impairment August, 1985
Timeline
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Hamilton Elementary
08.2017 - CurrentRead More
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Maplewood Early Childhood Development Center
08.2013 - 06.2017Read More
Teacher Consultant
Holland Public Schools
08.1996 - 06.2013Read More
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Holland Public Schools
08.1991 - 06.1996Read More
ECSE Educator and Teacher
Grand Rapids Public Schools
08.1990 - 06.1991Read More
Special Education Teacher
KEC Mayfield Grand Rapids Public Schools
08.1986 - 06.1990Read More
Grand Valley State University
BS, MA from Early Childhood Education & Psychology
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