Current Address: Lauren Panella Permanent Address:

4109 Reavis Road Unit 102 lepanella@gmail.com 109 Broyles Court

Raleigh, NC 27606 919.219.7877 Holly Springs, NC 27540
http://panellateachingportfolio.weebly.com/
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Education:
North Carolina State University
B.S. Elementary Education - STEM Concentration, May 2018
Graduated Magna Cum Laude (GPA 3.64)
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Certification:
Standard Professional 1 (SP1), Elementary Education
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Teaching Experience:
Student Teaching, A.B. Combs Leadership Magnet Elementary, Raleigh, NC, August 2017-April 2018
 Designed, implemented and reflected on differentiated 5th grade science, math, ELA, and social studies lesson plans based
on the Common Core Standards
 Integrated the Magnet Leadership Model and Stephen Covey’s, The 7 Habits of Happy Kids, into daily lesson plans
 Modified and accommodated content and learning strategies for students with special needs according to IEPs and 504s
within an inclusive classroom
 Performed classroom-specific and supplementary responsibilities, including conducting parent-teacher conferences,
collaborating with the grade level team and administration, attended overnight Washington, D.C. 5th grade field trip
 Developed strong relationships with students, as recognized by supervising teacher, which contributed to success as a teacher
Teacher Intern, December 2015-May 2017
 Walnut Creek Elementary – 2nd Grade, Polenta Elementary – 1st Grade, Reedy Creek Elementary – 4th Grade
Assistant Preschool Teacher, Country Sunshine Children’s Center, Raleigh, NC, Summer 2015-2016
 Collaborated with the lead teacher to design and implement educational lesson plans for elementary age students
 Maintained subjective records of student educational and behavioral development
 Supervised students during classroom and playground play to ensure health and safety
 Communicated with parents regarding students’ abilities and areas for improvement
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Internships and Volunteer Work:

Literacy Tutor, El Centro Hispano, Durham, NC, Spring 2016
 Tutored an English Language Learner to enhance reading skills (e.g. phonological and phonemic awareness; Fluency)
 Performed diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments, along with running records, to successfully implement
activities to enhance reading skills
Occupational Therapy Volunteer, Shining Stars Pediatric Therapy, Lenox Baker Children’s Hospital
 Pediatric and geriatric setting- collaborated with therapists to design differentiated activities, work with patients, and
complete numerous work tasks
 Observed driving evaluations, wheelchair evaluations, and assisted patients as they reach fine motor skill goals
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Leadership and Community Involvement:

 NCSU Club Softball Team, Secretary 2016 season, Athlete, 2014-present
 National Science Teaching Association, Member, 2016-present
 Elementary Education Organization (ELMO), Member, 2015-present
 Teaching, Supporting, and Advocating for Children Who Are Immigrants or Refugees, Trained, February 2017
 Italy Study Abroad Program, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, Summer 2016
 Volunteer, Miracle League of the Triangle, 2014-present

References Available Upon Request