Lana Murray
Myrtle Beach
Summary
Professional educator prepared for role. Skilled in literacy development, instructional strategies, and differentiated teaching. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Reliable with adaptability to changing needs. Effective communicator, passionate about fostering student growth and success.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Reading Intervention Teacher
Horry County School District
Conway, SC
08.2021 - Current
- Supported students with diverse reading needs through individualized intervention strategies.
- Collaborated with teachers to identify students requiring additional reading assistance.
- Assisted in developing and implementing targeted literacy programs for struggling readers.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted interventions based on performance data.
Fourth Grade Virtual Teacher
Horry County School District
Conway, SC
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and feedback mechanisms.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
First and Second Grade Teacher
Horry County School District
Conway, SC
09.2013 - 08.2020
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting student participation and collaboration.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations, adjusting teaching strategies as needed.
- Coordinated parent-teacher conferences to discuss student achievements and areas for improvement.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational trends and research, ensuring continued delivery of high-quality instruction to students.
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Horry County School District
Conway, SC
09.2011 - 09.2013
- Adapted lesson plans to meet diverse learning needs of students in K-5 classrooms.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to enhance student engagement and minimize disruptions.
- Assisted teachers with instructional materials and resources to support lesson objectives.
- Managed daily classroom routines efficiently, promoting a structured environment conducive to learning.
Education
Master of Arts - Integrated Curriculum
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN03-2026
Master of Arts - Literacy
Coastal Carolina University
Conway, South Carolina, SC05-2013
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood And Elementary Education
Bluefield State College
Bluefield, WV05-2008
Skills
- Leveled literacy intervention
- Orton-gillingham approach
- Phonics instruction
- Organizational skills
- Classroom management
- Teacher collaboration
- Response to intervention
- Small group instruction
- Fluency development
- Student motivation
- Continuous professional development
- Progress monitoring
Timeline
Reading Intervention Teacher
Horry County School District
08.2021 - Current
Fourth Grade Virtual Teacher
Horry County School District
08.2020 - 08.2021
First and Second Grade Teacher
Horry County School District
09.2013 - 08.2020
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Horry County School District
09.2011 - 09.2013
Master of Arts - Integrated Curriculum
American College of Education
Master of Arts - Literacy
Coastal Carolina University
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood And Elementary Education
Bluefield State College