Laura Pearson

About Laura Pearson

Motivated learning professional with extensive sales, facilitation and learning development experience focused on achieving success and growth at every opportunity.

Experience

1. Middle School Teacher - Science, Mathematics, and Social Studies

   GASTON COUNTY SCHOOLS

   Aug 2017 — Present · Belmont, NC, US

   Dynamic and versatile middle school educator certified in Academically or Intellectually Gifted (AIG) instruction, with extensive experience teaching Math, Science, and Social Studies. Skilled in curriculum design, digital learning platforms, and fostering student engagement through innovative strategies that support diverse learners.Key Responsibilities & Achievements-> Created and implemented curriculum content for Canvas LMS, ensuring alignment with state standards and accessibility for all learners->Conducted virtual meetings with students and parents to support academic growth, communicate progress, and build collaborative partnerships->Served as Robotics Team Coach for 4 years, guiding students in STEM-based problem-solving, teamwork, and competition preparation->Selected to participate in a district-level curriculum team (Summer 2024) to update the Science curriculum for Gaston County Schools in alignment with new Science and Engineering Standards->Delivered differentiated instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners, including gifted students, through AIG-certified teaching practices->Built a positive and inclusive classroom environment that emphasized critical thinking, collaboration, and academic excellence across multiple subject areas.

Education

• Appalachian State University

  Bachelor's degree

Skills

• Pharmaceutical Sales
• Marketing Strategy
• Product Launch
• Forecasting
• Sales Management
• Performance Management
• Coaching
• Change Management
• Staff Development
• Training
• Project Management
• Process Improvement
• Sales Operations
• Competitive Analysis
• Marketing
• Account Management
• Selling Skills
• Team Building
• Leadership Development
• Leadership
• Sales Effectiveness
• Program Management
• Sales
• Pharmaceutical Industry
• Strategic Planning
• Pulmonology
• Employee Training
• Management
• Urology