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Laney Abbott

@laneyabbott

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I am an experienced elementary teacher focused on literacy, differentiation, and student growth.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a collaborative elementary teaching role focused on literacy and student-centered instruction, using ESL and gifted strategies, professional development, and strong family engagement.

I am an elementary educator with a Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction (GPA 4.0) and a Bachelor of Arts (Summa Cum Laude). I prioritize student-centered learning and aligning lessons to state standards.

I provide instruction aligned with Texas Standards as a 3rd grade teacher and previously provided balanced literacy instruction aligned with 4th grade standards. I have classroom experience across general education, reading instruction, and 24/7 family living support, and I lead small groups and tutor K–5 students.

I hold ESL Certification, Gifted and Talented Training, and HB3 Certification, and I use Positive Behavior Support Strategies, person-centered planning, and participatory communication to support diverse learners and engage families and teams.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

3rd Grade Teacher

Current

Taylor Elementary

Aug 2021 - Present (4 years)

Provide third-grade instruction aligned with Texas standards, plan lessons, and implement differentiated strategies to support student learning and classroom management.

Lesson planning Classroom Management Small Group Instruction ESL Strategies

4th Grade Reading Teacher

Parker Elementary

Jan 2018 - May 2021 (3 years 4 months)

Delivered balanced literacy instruction aligned with 4th-grade standards and implemented reading interventions and assessments to support student reading development.

Balanced Literacy Reading Intervention Assessments Lesson planning Data Driven Instruction

Student Teacher

Providence Elementary

Aug 2017 - Dec 2017 (4 months)

Completed student teaching in general education, delivering standards-aligned lessons and managing classroom responsibilities under mentor supervision.

Lesson planning Classroom Management

Family Living Provider

Lessons of Life LLC

Jan 2016 - Aug 2017 (1 year 7 months)

Provided 24/7 personal care for an adult with disabilities and acted as liaison between the company and family to coordinate care and services.

Personal Care Medication Assistance Person Centered Planning Advocacy Care Coordination

Spiritual Formation Executive Officer

McMurry University

Aug 2014 - May 2015 (9 months)

Led a 3-person affinity team to plan and execute campus spiritual programs and held weekly individual meetings to develop team members.

Team Leadership Event Coordination Public Speaking Mentoring Volunteer Management

Operations and Programming Summer Staff

Sacramento Camp and Conference Center

May 2014 - Jul 2014 (2 months)

Facilitated ropes-course activities, assisted participant move-in, and supported summer program logistics to ensure participant safety and program flow.

Facilitation Ropes Course Camper Logistics Team Collaboration

Servant Leadership Preceptor

McMurry University

Aug 2012 - May 2014 (1 year 9 months)

Mentored and supervised a cohort of 10–12 students, monitored academic progress and attendance, and coordinated tutoring for elementary students in community programs.

Mentoring Academic Monitoring Tutoring Leadership Development

Childcare Intern

YWCA Sarah McKnight Center

Jun 2013 - Aug 2013 (2 months)

Provided childcare for infants through second grade, managed front desk operations, screened callers, and assisted child advocates with program delivery.

Childcare Program Support Administrative Assistance

Cashier

McMurry Bookstore

Aug 2011 - May 2012 (9 months)

Operated cash register, balanced tills at shift end, managed inventory and merchandise stocking, and fulfilled book orders upon request.

POS Operation Inventory Management Customer Service order fulfillment Merchandising

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Angelo State University

Master of Education, Curriculum and Instruction

Grade: 4.0

Activities and societies: Student teaching at Providence Elementary (Aug–Dec 2017).

Completed Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction, graduated December 2017 with a 4.0 GPA. Completed student teaching at Providence Elementary (Denton, TX) from August to December 2017.

McMurry University

Bachelor of Arts, Sociology

Grade: Summa Cum Laude; GPA 3.9

Activities and societies: Dean's List (8 semesters); Servant Leadership Preceptor; Religious Life Executive Officer; Founder and President of Loretto Under Christ the King Club.

Completed Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a minor in Psychology, graduated May 2015 summa cum laude with a 3.9 GPA and Dean's List recognition for eight semesters.