Lori Hursey
Slidell
Summary
Dedicated professional with over thirty years of developing educational environments that allow learners to thrive. Attentive to children's needs and experienced in working with different ages. Passionate and motivated to find creative ways to help children learn. Has demonstrated great success in building rapport with students, parents, and teachers.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre-k 3 Teacher
Our Lady of Lourdes School
Slidell
08.2015 - 05.2025
- Developed and established the curriculum for the first pre-k 3 class held at the school.
- Developed lesson plans and implemented developmentally appropriate activities based on state standards to engage pre-k 3 students in learning.
- Implemented strategies for managing challenging behaviors among students.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of each student.
First Grade Teacher
Our Lady of Lourdes School
Slidell
08.2011 - 05.2015
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques, including hands-on activities, to meet students' needs and interests.
- Provided individualized instruction to students requiring extra assistance by offering tutoring before and/or after school (no charge).
- Made use of small group instruction to better meet the needs of students.
Pre-k Teacher (Twos, Threes, Fours)
Self-employed
Slidell
08.2003 - 05.2011
- Developed pre-school programs that were appropriate for each age group.
- Taught children foundational skills in basic literacy, math, science, social studies, art, music, physical education, and other related areas.
- Implemented the use of centers with independent hands-on activities, as well as a teacher-guided center, to teach cognitive skills.
Reading Tutor
Our Lady of Lourdes School
Slidell
08.1992 - 05.1994
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to help students improve their reading comprehension and phonics skills.
- Created individualized learning plans for each student based on their goals and needs.
- Incorporated games into instruction sessions as an engaging way for students to learn new concepts.
Pre-k 4 Teacher
Our Lady of Lourdes School
Slidell
08.1988 - 05.1990
- Developed and established the curriculum for the first pre-k 4 class held at the school.
- Instructed students in basic literacy, math, science, social studies, art, music, physical education, and other related areas.
- Implemented the use of centers with independent hands-on activities, as well as a teacher-guided center, to teach cognitive skills.
Second Grade Teacher and Fourth Grade Teacher
Our Lady of Lourdes
Slidell
08.1982 - 05.1987
- Instructed small groups of students in remedial activities according to their individual needs.
- Established clear expectations for classroom behavior and reinforced appropriate behavior with positive reinforcement strategies.
- Created an environment that fostered positive learning experiences.
- Utilized various instructional materials, such as books, multimedia sources, and manipulatives to enhance student learning.
Tutor
Self-employed
Slidell
11.1982 - 05.2019
- Assisted students in developing effective study habits and strategies for success in school.
- Used a variety of teaching methods, including hands-on activities, games, worksheets, oral exercises, etc. based on individual learning styles and interests.
- Created a positive learning environment that was conducive to student success.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to align tutoring strategies with classroom objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary And Early Childhood Education
University of New Orleans
New Orleans05-1982
Skills
- Patient
- Organized and prepared
- Highly motivated
- Effectively communicates with students
- Successful behavior management
- Individualizes instruction
- Incorporates age-appropriate and engaging activities
- Builds rapport with students
Accomplishments
- 2023 - Was awarded "Best in Class" by WWL-TV and Chick-fil-A
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Pre-k 3 Teacher
Our Lady of Lourdes School
08.2015 - 05.2025
First Grade Teacher
Our Lady of Lourdes School
08.2011 - 05.2015
Pre-k Teacher (Twos, Threes, Fours)
Self-employed
08.2003 - 05.2011
Reading Tutor
Our Lady of Lourdes School
08.1992 - 05.1994
Pre-k 4 Teacher
Our Lady of Lourdes School
08.1988 - 05.1990
Tutor
Self-employed
11.1982 - 05.2019
Second Grade Teacher and Fourth Grade Teacher
Our Lady of Lourdes
08.1982 - 05.1987
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary And Early Childhood Education
University of New Orleans
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