Type Of Business:
School District
Expertise:
Ms. Laurito's expertise is in special education.
Major Product/SVS:
Secondary Education
Education Degrees:
Master of Science in Education, Providence College (1996)
Affiliations Awards:
Our lady of Mount Caramel; IEP District Team; Critical Friends Group
Industry:
Special Education
Date of Distinction:
4/17/2009
What do you feel separates you from the rest of the professionals in your industry?:
She is passionate and an advocate for the inner city schools, she always puts the needs of the children first, she exhibits attention to the detail on the documents with which she is presented.
What has been the most outstanding thing you have done thus far in your career?:
She was the teacher chosen by the district to work with the state of Rhode Island to help develop samples of the IEP's and she, along with a few chosen teachers and social workers, attended state training seminars and brought those lessons to her own district.
How would you like to be remembered by your peers?:
Dedicated, passionate about the children.
If you could solve one problem in the world today, what would it be?:
She would help children with learning disabilities.
If you could have lunch with anyone, dead or alive, who would it be and why?:
Walt Disney, Because he was such a visionary and he knew how to use fun to also educate the children.
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The most gratifying aspect of her career is seeing the students become successful.
Number Of Years In Profession:
16
Number Of Years In Current Position:
3
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her passion and dedication.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Working within the Class Alongside the Teachers and Students to Help Modify All the Core Classes in the High School, Managing Students, Helping Underprivileged and Handicapped Children
Education Certifications:
Certified in Special Education Administration (2003)