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Lora Den Otter

St. Paul

Summary

Experienced educator with strong expertise in adult learning, literacy development, and curriculum design. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with teams and adapt to changing educational needs to achieve impactful results. Skilled in communication, lesson planning, and student assessment, bringing reliable and flexible approach to fostering adult education.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Adult Basic Education Teacher

Metro North ABE
01.2024 - 01.2025
  • Taught High School Equivalency (GED) skills and content to a diverse group of adult learners, focusing on English reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
  • Developed and implemented individualized lesson plans to enhance adult literacy skills.
  • Assessed student progress through regular evaluations, providing feedback for continuous improvement.
  • Utilized varied instructional techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and meet the needs of all learners in the classroom.
  • Facilitated engaging classroom discussions, promoting critical thinking and problem-solving among students.
  • Conducted ongoing assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting instructional strategies for optimal learning outcomes.
  • Leveraged technology tools to enhance learning experiences and increase student engagement in the classroom.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to align curriculum, share best practices, and enhance student learning outcomes.

English Teacher

Lakeville North High School
01.2005 - 01.2024
  • Designed and implemented rigorous writing instruction aligned with state standards and College Board expectations, helping students develop academic writing, argumentation, and research skills.
  • Developed and assessed writing assignments using rubrics aligned with college-level expectations to prepare students for post-secondary success.
  • Developed engaging lesson plans integrating diverse literature and critical thinking activities.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design a writing curriculum that ensured vertical alignment across grade levels and prepared students for college coursework.
  • Led professional development workshops focused on innovative teaching methodologies and technology integration in the classroom.
  • As ELA Department Chair, led curriculum decisions, faculty training, and implementation of writing standards that aligned with college-level composition expectations.
  • As a member of the Curriculum Review Steering Committee, played a key role in revising ELA courses to meet updated standards, including decisions about writing curriculum and assessments.

Education

MASTER OF EDUCATION - ENGLISH EDUCATION

University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
01.2009

BACHELOR OF ARTS - ENGLISH

University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
01.2002

Skills

  • Adult Education
  • Adult learning theory
  • College-Level Writing Instruction
  • Academic Writing Assessment
  • Student-Centered Learning
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Interpersonal relationships
  • Distance learning techniques
  • Technology and Learning Platforms: Google Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, Schoology, Infinite Campus

Timeline

Adult Basic Education Teacher

Metro North ABE
01.2024 - 01.2025

English Teacher

Lakeville North High School
01.2005 - 01.2024

BACHELOR OF ARTS - ENGLISH

University of Minnesota

MASTER OF EDUCATION - ENGLISH EDUCATION

University of Minnesota
Lora Den Otter