Laura Echols is seeking a position as a high school French teacher. She has a Master's degree in Teaching from Austin College and is certified to teach French 6-12. She has extensive student teaching experience in both high school and elementary French classes. Her objective is to inspire students to explore the world through authentic French language and culture lessons.

1. Laura Echols
973 Fall Creek ▪ Grapevine, TX 76051 ▪ Phone (214)384-9880 ▪ Email lechols08@gmail.com
OBJECTIVE_______________________________________________________________
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To obtain a position as a high school French teacher so that I can Inspire and equip students
to explore and experience the world. Using authentic, relevant materials to teach French
language and culture, I hope to instill in each student a love of learning and a global
perspective that extends far beyond the classroom.
EDUCATION_______________________________________________________________
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August 2004 - Present Austin College Sherman, TX
M. A., Teaching, expected graduation May 2009
 Cumulative GPA: 4.0 / 4.0
 French 6-12 Certification
B. A., French and Psychology (magna cum laude), May 2008
 Cumulative GPA: 3.8 / 4.0
 Major GPAs: French 3.7, Psychology 3.9
January 2007 - May 2007 Université Stendhal III Grenoble, France
Diploma of French Studies, B 2.2 (advanced)
 French Language and Culture Studies program
▪ Coursework in French grammar, expression, art, history, business, and economics
STUDENT TEACHING
EXPERIENCE____________________________________________________________
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Plano West Senior High School Plano, TX Feb. 2009
– Present
 Plan and teach engaging lessons to multicultural classes of French III Honors
and French IV/V AP students on a full-time basis (40+ hours/week)
 Use technology and authentic materials in a student-centered learning
environment
 Develop and implement assessments FOR learning
 Assisted students in preparing for Texas French Symposium competition
 Administered National French Exam and will administer AP Exam
Mayes Elementary School Denison, TX Oct. 2008 – Nov.
2008
 Coordinated literacy instruction in 2n d
grade classroom for six weeks (5
hrs/wk)
 Used guided reading groups, cooperative learning centers, and reader’s
workshop to facilitate development of phonics, writing, and spelling skills
Denison High School Denison, TX Sep. 2007 – Dec.
2007
 Observed, planned, and taught lessons in French I, II, and III classes (5
hrs/wk)
Jefferson Elementary School Sherman, TX Sep. 2006 – Dec.
2006
 Observed, planned, and taught lessons in a 3r d
grade classroom (5 hrs/wk)

2.  Assisted with math, writing, and social studies instruction
St. Clement and St. James School London, England May 2006 – Aug. 2006
 Assisted teachers in all grade levels (nursery school to Year 6) on a full time
basis in a culturally and economically diverse environment
 Served as resource teacher for ELL and special education students
 Taught lessons about American culture and tolerance
 Assistant director of Year 6 musical production
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RELEVANT WORK
EXPERIENCE_________________________________________________
Austin College Study Abroad Office Sherman, TX
Study Abroad Ambassador Aug. 2007- Dec. 2008
 Promoted Austin College study abroad program by conducting large-
group information sessions for prospective and current students and
their parents
 Coordinated and led programs to educate the student body about
different countries
 Advised and mentored students before, during, and after their study
abroad programs
 Updated and improved program website and created on-campus
promotional displays
Montessori Academy of North Texas Sherman, TX
After-School Teacher Sep. 2006- Dec. 2006
 Planned and taught lessons to groups of students ages 3-9
 Adhered to the Montessori philosophy of education
HONORS AND
AWARDS_______________________________________________________
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Phi Beta Kappa, 2008-present
Psi Chi (psychology honor society), 2006-present
Pi Delta Phi (French honor society), 2006-present
Alpha Chi (academic honor society), 2006-present
Carl B. & Florence E. King Fellowship in Teacher Education, 2008-2009
Departmental Honors Nominee, French and Psychology, 2007
Austin College Dean’s Scholarship, 2004-2008
Austin College Student Leadership Award, 2004-2007
SKILLS AND
INTERESTS_____________________________________________________
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Fluent in written and spoken French
Very familiar with French culture
Experienced traveler
Adept at using all Microsoft Office applications, FrontPage, Pinnacle,
PhotoStory, PhotoShop, Flash, and other Internet applications and software