This document is a resume for Lauren Vaughan, who is seeking a position teaching special education or regular education in an elementary school. She has a Master's Degree in Special Education from Western Kentucky University and a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education from the University of Southern Indiana. Her professional experience includes positions as a K-2 special education teacher, kindergarten teacher, lead preschool teacher, and student teaching. She has multiple teaching certifications and has worked in Indiana and Kentucky.

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Lauren Vaughan
Objective:
To teach special education or regular education in an elementary school and educate children to the best of
my ability. I want to focus on continuing to enrich the lives of children and provide them with the best
academic knowledge possible to ensure their future success.
Education:
● Western Kentucky University (Spring 2012-May 2015) Bowling Green, KY
-Master’s Degree area of specialization: Special Education
-GPA: 3.60
● University of Southern Indiana (Spring 2007-Spring 2010) Evansville, IN
-Degree: Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education
-GPA: 3.1
● University of Kentucky (Fall 2005-Fall 2006) Lexington, KY
Major: Elementary Education
● Henderson County High School (2002-2005) Henderson, KY
-GPA: 3.67
License/Certification:
● Elementary/Primary Generalist IN teaching certification (Expires 7/2017)
● Preschool Generalist IN teaching certification (Expires 7/2017)
● Special Education MildIntervention IN teaching certification (Expires 7/2017)
Professional Experience:
● Glenwood Leadership Academy Aug.2015-Present Evansville, IN
Position: K-2 Special Education Teacher (Learning/Behavior Disorders)
Supervisor: Tamara Skinner
Experience:
-Plan and implement kindergarten-2nd grade differentiated instruction based on IEP goals and the
Common Core Standards.
-Create and revise student IEPs to meet individual needs based on disability and academic concerns.
-Schedule and facilitate annual case conferences to revise or create new IEP documents for students.
-Collaborate with general education teachers to plan content for students and review student data.
-Coach 4th & 5th grade girls’ basketball as well as 6th-8th grade cheerleading
-Taught 3rd & 4th grade IREAD summer school re-teach
● South Heights Elementary Aug.2013-Jul. 2015 Henderson, KY
Position: Kindergarten Teacher
Supervisor: Rob Carroll (270-454-3184)
Experience:
-Plan and implement kindergarten instruction using the Kentucky Core Academic Standards for
reading, and math.
-Differentiate instruction for students performing above, on, and below grade level by implementing
small group and teacher station activities.
-Attend all professional development as required by administration to enhance my teaching abilities.
-Participate in all extra school activities by helping facilitate the events with other colleagues.
● Thelma B. Johnson Early Learning Center Aug. 2012-May 2013 Henderson, KY
Position: Lead Preschool Teacher
Supervisor: Aleisha Sheridan (270-854-0140)

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Experience:
-Plan and implement preschool instruction using the Teaching Strategies Gold teaching objectives
aligned with the Early Childhood KY Core Content Standards.
-Experience instructing and providing special education services to students with autism,
developmental delays, and severe language delays.
-Participated in the Carbone Clinic teaching ABA therapy techniques to teachers in order to
implement with students on the Autism Spectrum.
● Spottsville Elementary School Aug. 2010-May 2012 Henderson, KY
Position: Lead Preschool Teacher
Supervisor: Aleisha Sheridan
Experience: Please see above statements.
Student Teaching:
● Culver Elementary School Spring 2010 Evansville, IN
Cooperating Teacher: Toni Hamilton (K-2 Project Child grammar teacher)
Experience:
-Planned and implemented grammar lessons for grades K-2, based on Indiana state standards and
Project Child curriculum.
-Used hands-on activities in small groups in order to enhance student understanding of material.
-Successfully worked with children in a multicultural setting from multiple backgrounds and
lifestyles.
-Attended staff meetings and collaborative planning periods in order to improve my knowledge of
teaching and classroom preparation.
Clubs and Achievements:
● Western Kentucky University Dean’s List (2012-2014)
● University of Southern Indiana Dean’s List (2007-2009)
● Upward Cheerleading Coach (2007-2009)
● 2nd grade Choir Teacher-Zion Baptist Church (2008)
● Student Athletic Council (University of Kentucky 2006)
Employment History:
● City of Evansville Parks and Recreation Summer 2015 & 2016 Evansville, IN
Supervisor: LaMar Brown- 812-549-6299
-Organized group activities and supervised students for Parks & Rec Day Camp
● Kentucky Sports Marketing June 2008-August 2011 Henderson, KY
Supervisor: Eddie Ford- 270-827-1660
-Registered teams and coordinated schedule of events for NCAA certified basketball tournaments.
● Henderson County Schools August 2008-August 2010 Henderson, KY
Supervisor: Tonya Cox- 270-831-5000
-Substitute teacher for Henderson County Schools.
● Brenntag Mid-South October 2009-December 2009 Henderson, KY
Supervisor: Annette West- 270-830-1273
-Data entry for bill of ladings and completed office duties requested by Mrs. West.
Special Skills and Qualities:
● Adept at working with children who have behavior problems and disorders.
● Able to successfully modify curriculum or activities for students at, on, or below grade-level.

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● Adept at multi-tasking and managing a classroom by implementing procedures and consequences for
breaking classroom procedures.
● Possess a deep passion for children and their education and care about being a positive role-model
for students as well as someone they can depend on for encouragement and assistance.
References
References are available upon request.