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, MN01.2009
BACHELOR OF ARTS - ENGLISH
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN01.2002
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