Laura LaHara
Curriculum Project Manager at Primrose School of Dunwoody- Claim this Profile
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Spanish Limited working proficiency
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Credentials
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Georgia Teaching License PS-5
Georgia Professional Standards CommissionJul, 2023- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Primrose School of Dunwoody
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Curriculum Project Manager
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Feb 2023 - Present
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Primrose School of Dunwoody, Primrose School of Peachtree Corners, Primrose School of Suwanee
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Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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Educational Consultant
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Feb 2023 - Jun 2023
- Curriculum Training & Implementation - Teacher On-Boarding & Training - Classroom Observations & Coaching Feedback - Assessment Implementation & Data Analysis - Parent Communication - Child Development - Classroom Inventory Processes - School-wide Technology Implementation - Curriculum Training & Implementation - Teacher On-Boarding & Training - Classroom Observations & Coaching Feedback - Assessment Implementation & Data Analysis - Parent Communication - Child Development - Classroom Inventory Processes - School-wide Technology Implementation
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Regional Curriculum Director
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Nov 2022 - Feb 2023
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Primrose Schools
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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700 & Above Employee
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Director of Curriculum and Training
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Nov 2014 - Feb 2023
• Assigned roles and responsibilities to teachers while overseeing task management, quality, and completion • Implemented curriculum, lesson plans, and training tools for instructors • Observed instructors in the classrooms, provided feedback and coaching with professional goal-setting • Trained new Education Coaches and franchise owners on the organization’s curriculum policies, processes, technology, daily operations, and implementation strategies. • Onboarded and trained new teachers, ensuring a firm grasp of the organization’s curricular concepts • Modeled, observed, and evaluated new teachers during training cycle, offering guidance on skills • Led training sessions for 40 employees on strategies and techniques to implement curriculum • Created an educational technology program training session to help teachers integrate new platforms • Audited all required training to manage instructors’ completion and success in the training program • Documented and analyzed data sets on the performance and progression of each classroom • Created reports for files, compliance requirements, project progression, and deadlines • Observed children in classrooms with potential additional needs, coordinated and led those Parent-Teacher conferences • Submitted reports to leadership, stakeholders, and instructors containing data analyses, performance evaluations, observations, and attendance used to ensure fulfillment of each classroom's performance plan • Managed inventory for school, ensuring all supplies were purchased within budget and on time • Designed and presented high-impact presentations and content using LMS and EdTech platforms • Supported clients, stakeholders, and team members with implementations and use of technology • Engaged stakeholders and clients through online tools, video conferences, newsletters, and events Show less
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Amana Academy Charter Schools
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Lead Instructor
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Aug 2013 - Jul 2014
• Developed virtual and in-person training presentations to ensure success for a portfolio of 20+ Kindergarten students • Onboarded clients annually, facilitating orientation presentations and sharing strategic expectations • Created instructional content focused on social, academic, and cognitive development for clients • Trained and collaborated with a new instructor, offering guidance and feedback for improvement • Maintained schedules for all conference meetings, supportive services, lessons, and project deadlines • Acted as a subject matter expert in the field with extensive product knowledge and instructional ability • Created interactive activities and customized trainings for clients to complete through hands-on learning • Modified curriculum and training techniques based on each client’s specific learning needs • Trained clients through classroom model, small groups, and one-on-one interventions as necessary • Tracked KPIs and metrics for clients within the database while accurately documenting for compliance • Submitted reports of client performance to senior leadership and other stakeholders every quarter • Managed documentation, deliverables, and quality control processes for all clients and materials • Evaluated client files to determine strategic plans, course assignments, and accommodations needed • Ensured organization’s compliance with all regional, state, and federal protocols, laws, and guidelines Show less
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Primrose Schools
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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700 & Above Employee
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Lead Instructor
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Jul 2009 - Jul 2013
• Offered assistance and support to a portfolio of 15+ clients in mastering specific content areas • Created and modified curricula for each course while differentiating materials to meet all learning needs • Piloted a new curriculum, and was featured in instructional videos used for training organization-wide • Managed an assistant instructor within the classroom, training on content and instructional strategies • Initiated and maintained communication with stakeholders through conferences, emails, and calls • Mentored new employees, offering feedback and training to improve instructional efficacy • Conducted performance gap analyses to assess curriculum efficacy and prioritize performance issues • Analyzed each clients’ measure of progression to guide and differentiate instruction appropriately • Maintained extensive documentation of data with extreme accuracy for strict compliance records Show less
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Creme de la Creme
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Greater Atlanta Area
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Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
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Feb 2009 - Jul 2009
• Lead Teacher for 16 Private Pre-K students • Assisted in the planning and execution curriculum aligned with Crème’s curriculum and state of Georgia • Developed and maintain professional relationships with parents and colleagues • Taught and assessed students in the areas of Literacy, Phonics, Math, Science, Social Studies, Fine/Gross Motor Skills • Lead Teacher for 16 Private Pre-K students • Assisted in the planning and execution curriculum aligned with Crème’s curriculum and state of Georgia • Developed and maintain professional relationships with parents and colleagues • Taught and assessed students in the areas of Literacy, Phonics, Math, Science, Social Studies, Fine/Gross Motor Skills
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Walnut Park Confluence Academy
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Greater St. Louis Area
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1st Grade Teacher
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Jun 2008 - Nov 2008
• Lead teacher for Reading, Writing, Math, Science, and Social Studies lessons for 26 students • Served as lead classroom teacher for the school’s daily extended hour schedule • Administered and analyzed literacy assessments (DIBELS) • Experience working with Open Court Reading, Everyday Math, FOSS and DELTA Science programs *Left due to husband’s job relocation • Lead teacher for Reading, Writing, Math, Science, and Social Studies lessons for 26 students • Served as lead classroom teacher for the school’s daily extended hour schedule • Administered and analyzed literacy assessments (DIBELS) • Experience working with Open Court Reading, Everyday Math, FOSS and DELTA Science programs *Left due to husband’s job relocation
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Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church
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United States
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Religious Institutions
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1 - 100 Employee
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Lead Preschool Teacher
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Jul 2007 - Jun 2008
• Lead 3yr old teacher for 24 children and taught religiously thematic planned lessons, activities, and songs • Collaborated with an assistant teacher to best meet the needs of our students • Created lesson plans aligned with Bible stories, character development lessons, and ECE curriculum for the state of Pennsylvania • Guided the social and spiritual development of students • Lead 3yr old teacher for 24 children and taught religiously thematic planned lessons, activities, and songs • Collaborated with an assistant teacher to best meet the needs of our students • Created lesson plans aligned with Bible stories, character development lessons, and ECE curriculum for the state of Pennsylvania • Guided the social and spiritual development of students
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Education
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University of Dayton
Bachelor's degree, Early Childhood Education and Teaching