Lauren Dodson

Experience

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  Gwinnett County Public Schools

  Aug 2016 - Jan 2018

  • Led curriculum for the ninth-grade Biology team• Created and curated master calendar, designed and edited assessments, ordered necessary lab supplies, and collaborated with administrators to ensure learning objectives were being met• Drove instructional framework for a senior-level Environmental Science Class• Supported the development of NSTA (National Science Teachers Association), including attending multiple conferences and workshops• Instructed unique science block designed to allow top students to increase participation in Advanced Placement classes beginning their sophomore year• Designed remediation course for low performing students on the science writing test (gateway)• Received Teacher of The Year nominee for the 2013,2014 and 2015 school years Show less • Acted as Charter Staff Member for Georgia’s first S.T.E.A.M. certified middle school• Ignited and fostered Cross Curriculum Teaching Model to facilitate the student’s engagement with the community• Curated Problem/Project Based Learning units for students in the area of Physical Science• Spearheaded numerous field trips and other nontraditional educational experiences• Liaised with coaches, teachers, and administrators to provide an authentic and meaningful curriculum for all students• Successfully participated in the Results-Based Evaluation System to streamline efficiency Show less

  • Secondary Science Teacher

    Aug 2009 - Jan 2018

  • Science Teacher

    Aug 2016 - Dec 2017
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  Georgia Electric Membership Corporation

  Jan 2018 - Jul 2023

  Professional Training and Events Coordinator

  • Successfully negotiated hotel and meeting space contracts annually for member groups, ensuring cost-effective solutions.• Seamlessly coordinated logistics aspects, including venue setup, audiovisual requirements, and attendee accommodations. • Delivered engaging and informative events that consistently garnered positive feedback, • Spearheaded the development and execution of the professional development and education schedule for Georgia's 41 Electric Distribution Cooperatives.• Oversaw end-to-end curriculum design, from identifying key learning objectives to collaborating with subject matter experts.• Managed marketing, registration, and logistics for in-person and virtual learning events. Show less

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  TAG-Ed

  Jul 2023 - Mar 2024

  Program Manager
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  Partnership Gwinnett

  Mar 2024 - now

  Project Manager, Technology & Life Science