Laura Sheldon 

336.618.5140 ​I​ lasheldo@ncsu.edu 

Purpose:  
Dual-certified, entry-level teacher seeking to build a long term career as a 
middle-school teacher in a position that will utilize my energetic attitude, creativity, and 
passion for Language Arts and Social Studies to help all students succeed. 

Education: 
North Carolina State University (Fall 2015- Spring 2019)  
BS in Middle Grades Education- Language Arts and Social Studies  
Major GPA: 3.9 

Relevant Experience: 
Student Teaching: Apex Middle School (August 2018-Present) 
● Plan and implement higher-order, creative unit and lesson plans for student 
engagement 
● Develop meaningful student relationships through conflict mediation, positive 
classroom culture, and intentional differentiation 
● Collaborate with AIG, ELL, and Special Education teachers to serve all learners 
● Actively participate in weekly PLT meetings and discussions 
● Utilize data to inform instruction, both for remediation and enrichment purposes  

C3 Teachers ​Research Assistant (August 2018 - Present) 

● Review, edit, and finalize C3 inquiries for publication by C3 Teachers 
● Analyze data and state standards to compile impact reports of the C3 framework 

#ProjectLit:​ Davis Drive Middle School (August 2018-December 2018) 

● Spearheaded an after-school literature club for students that was focused on 
topics of diversity through interaction with diverse texts  
● Organized activities and discussions for students to deepen understanding of 
the books we studied. 

Math Tutor​: ​Mathnasium Lake Boone​ ​(February 5, 2018- October 2018) 

● Provide tutoring and remedial math assistance for children of various ages