Lauren S.

Stewart

10078 Glenstone Circle

Highlands Ranch, CO 80130
(408) 396-5499
lauren.s.stewart@ucdenver.edu

Summary of Qualifications
Licensed in Elementary Education with a projected Special Education Generalist endorsement and Master’s in
education. Nine years of experience working with Elementary School aged children through volunteering, lead-
ing, and teaching. Accountable Student Teacher and Substitute Teacher with excellent communication skills
demonstrated through a total of 3+ years. Caring and professional with tireless commitment to student learning,
growth, connection, relationships, and overall wellbeing.

Core Competencies and Skills

• Collaboration • Critical Thinking
• Culturally and linguistically responsive • Decision Making
• Relationship-driven classroom management • Spanish Proficiency
• Promotes student voice and leadership • IEP, 504, Read Plan, and ALP Familiarity
• Patience • Backwards Design Planning
Professional Experience
Student Teacher, Grades K-6
Mapleton Public Schools, Denver, CO January 2019 - Present
Denver Public Schools, Denver, CO August 2017- December 2018
Davis Joint Unified School District, Davis, CA September 2013-March 2014, January-March 2015,
March-June 2016
• Ensured meaningful, rigorous, and engaging learning opportunities for all students, including those with IE-
P's, 504's, Read Plans, as well as Gifted and Talented Students
• Continuously consulted with Special Education and General Education teachers on best practices
• Communicated observations, concerns, activities, and progress with Special Education and General Educa-
tion teachers as well as other Therapist or Specialists.
• Incorporated restorative practices to foster positive relationships and a safe classroom environment
• Evaluated student learning through formative, summative, and ongoing assessments,
• Used collected data to guide future lesson development and interventions

Licensed Substitute Teacher February 2018 - Present

Denver Public Schools Denver, CO

• Became a 'go-to' substitute teacher within Edison Elementary School

• Adapted to multiple teachers' lesson plans, teaching styles, and behavior management to ensure continuity
of student learning
• Follow regular teacher’s lesson plans in a way that ensures consistency and optimal learning, and that en-
courages students to participate.
Pre-school Teacher September 2016 – Present
Primrose Schools Highlands Ranch, CO

• Cared for and taught infants and children aged 3 months to 5 years old
• Taught daily motor skill, social emotional, and language development activities

Team Leader June – August 2015, 2016

Galileo Learning Sunnyvale, CA
• Led teams of up to 16 campers, age 6 to 11, throughout daily art, science and outdoor rotations
• Encouraged campers to be visionary, courageous, collaborators, and innovators with their weekly projects
• Assisted instructors in the classroom with lesson preparation and delivery of curriculum
• Provided leadership, energy, and camp spirit, while constantly assessing camper group dynamics and the
needs of individual campers
Lifeguard June-September 2013, 2014, 2015
City of Cupertino Cupertino, CA
• Maintained constant vigilance and enforced rules while patrons swam.
• Greeted patrons as they entered the pool facility
Swim Instructor June – September 2012
De Anza Cupertino Aquatics Cupertino, CA
• Taught children with varying mental and physical capabilities, age 3 to 12 years old, how to swim in one on
one and group lessons.
Volunteer Experience
Science Camp Cabin Leader January 2011, 2012
Walden West Outdoor Science School Cupertino, CA
• Aided in leading 5th grade children in a week long, overnight science camp.
• Taught children about nature and conservation.
• Motivated and played games with children on daily hikes.
Vacation Bible School Teen Helper June 2010, 2011, 2012
Los Altos United Methodist Church Los Altos, CA
• Taught children between 6 and 9 years old lessons from the Bible.
• Assisted teachers with snack time and during arts and crafts activities.
• Observed children during free play.

License & Certifications

Initial Teaching License: Elementary Education (K-6) February 2019
Endorsement: Special Education Generalist (Ages 5-21) Projected July 2019
First Aid, CPR, and First Aid Certified May 2018

Education
Master of Arts: Education & Human Development Projected July 2019
University of Colorado, Denver, Denver, CO

Bachelor of Science: Human Development June 2016

Minor: Education
University of California, Davis, Davis, CA