Christie Lusinger
Marble Falls
Summary
Charismatic, compassionate, and dependable teacher with 18 years of experience delivering educational instruction to various levels of learners. Exceptional ability to establish cooperative, professional relationships with parents, staff and administration. Committed to providing students with necessary tools to achieve academic goals, instilling love of learning and cooperative teamwork. Disciplined and organized classroom and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with fun, warm and safe educational environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Burnet Cisd
Burnet, TX
08.2019 - 05.2026
- 1st Grade Teacher
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance student comprehension and participation.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learner needs.
- Assessed student performance using various evaluation tools and provided constructive feedback.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that promote critical thinking.
- Organized parent-teacher conferences to strengthen communication and community involvement.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Teacher
Thorndale ISD
Thorndale, TX
08.2016 - 05.2019
- 1st and 3rd Grade Teacher
Special Education Teacher
Milano ISD
Milano, TX
08.2014 - 05.2016
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, developed and managed instructional materials and reports.
- Led ARD meetings to discuss special needs students progress and goals.
- Coordinated special education students and paraprofessional schedules with master schedule along with collaboration with numerous departments and general education teachers.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to a diverse range of developmentally challenged students, created learning and content strategies to meet the needs of mentally and physically disabled students.
- Taught students in a variety of settings, including self-contained and resource environments.
Special Education Teacher
Hearne ISD
Hearne, TX
08.2012 - 05.2014
- Created and manged IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, developed and managed instructional materials and reports.
- Led ARD meetings to discuss special needs students progress and goals.
- Coordinated special education students and paraprofessional schedules with master schedule along with collaboration with a number of departments and general education teachers.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to a diverse range of developmentally challenged students, created learning and content strategies to meet the needs of mentally and physically disabled students.
- Taught students in a variety of settings, including self-contained and resource environments.
Special Education Teacher
Milano ISD
Milano, TX
08.2007 - 05.2012
Education
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Studies
Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TX05-2009
Skills
- Student engagement/motivation/inclusive learning environment
- Student-centered learning
- Positive learning environment
- Differentiated instruction
- Integrated technology tools to support instruction, engagement, and documentation
- RTI familiarity
- Experience with special-needs students
- Self-motivated
- Relationship building
- Motivating students
- Collaborative learning
- Small group instruction
Timeline
Teacher
Burnet Cisd
08.2019 - 05.2026
Teacher
Thorndale ISD
08.2016 - 05.2019
Special Education Teacher
Milano ISD
08.2014 - 05.2016
Special Education Teacher
Hearne ISD
08.2012 - 05.2014
Special Education Teacher
Milano ISD
08.2007 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Studies
Tarleton State University