Laurie Cannon
Dolan Springs
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
KUSD
Dolan Springs
11.2024 - Current
- Implemented lesson plans across various subjects for diverse student groups.
- Engaged students in classroom activities to foster a positive learning environment.
- Assisted with classroom management to maintain an orderly space for learning.
- Adapted teaching methods to meet individual student needs and learning styles.
- Supervised students during breaks and transitions, ensuring safety and adherence to rules.
- Monitored classrooms, ensuring that all students were safe and adhering to school rules.
- Assisted with classroom instruction, following lesson plans and providing additional support to students.
- Established positive relationships with administrators, teachers and parents.
- Supervised lunchroom duties, playground activities, field trips and after-school programs.
- Created an atmosphere conducive to learning by displaying enthusiasm for teaching subjects.
- Utilized various teaching techniques to motivate students and foster their academic growth.
- Instructed small groups or individual students who need extra help or attention.
- Adapted teaching methods according to the individual needs of each student.
- Modified instructional materials as needed for special education students.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
Program Director/ Before and After School Program
Lakeside Union School District
Lakeside
01.1991 - 01.2016
- Developed educational programs aligned with district goals and student needs.
- Coordinated staff training sessions to enhance teaching practices across the district.
- Oversaw budget management for various educational initiatives and programs.
- Collaborated with community partners to support student engagement and success.
- Implemented curriculum changes based on state standards and best practices.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through data analysis and feedback collection.
- Mentored program coordinators to foster professional development and leadership skills.
- Facilitated meetings with stakeholders to align program objectives with district vision.
- Provided leadership in developing innovative approaches to meet program goals.
- Facilitated staff meetings and educational work sessions to strengthen staff competencies.
- Hired and developed staff members to collaboratively achieve program goals.
- Created and implemented new policies and procedures for the program.
- Conducted needs assessments and developed program objectives.
- Developed strategic plans to ensure successful program operations.
- Recruited, hired, trained, supervised, coached, evaluated, and disciplined personnel.
- Ensured compliance with organizational standards and applicable laws and regulations.
- Managed budgeting processes, including creating forecasts and tracking expenses.
- Managed program operations and provided strategic leadership for workers.
- Oversaw administrative support staff to facilitate day-to-day program activities.
- Collaborated with external partners to leverage resources for the program's success.
- Directed staff training on technical aspects of programming activities.
- Fostered community connections and networks, driving collaborations with local organizations and businesses.
- Spearheaded program planning and staff development to promote growth.
Education
Associate of Science - Science of Child Developement
Grossmont College
El Cajon, CA05-2010
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Curriculum adaptation
- Instructional support
- Program development
Accomplishments
- Employee of the Year. LUSD
- Foster Parent of the year in San Diego
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
KUSD
11.2024 - Current
Program Director/ Before and After School Program
Lakeside Union School District
01.1991 - 01.2016
Associate of Science - Science of Child Developement
Grossmont College