Daisha Lubbers
Howell,MI
Summary
Compassionate educator with solid background in classroom management and student engagement. Excel at creating inclusive learning environments, building relationships and supporting diverse student needs. Demonstrated ability in adapting lesson plans and collaborating with faculty.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Building Substitute Teacher
Challenger Elementary School
09.2024 - Current
- Worked in K-5 general education classrooms, resource rooms and self contained rooms helping to implement classroom instruction by using various teaching methods to fit all students learning styles.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
Substitute Teacher
Navigator Upper Elementary School
08.2024 - 09.2024
- Substitute teacher in a 4th grade classroom.
- Implementing classroom norms already put in place.
Substitute Teacher
Natalie Kreeger Elementary
08.2024 - 09.2024
- Substitute teacher in a 3rd and 4th grade classroom.
- Implementing classroom norms already put in place.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Student Teacher, Special ed- resource room K-3
Three Fires Elementary
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Observed in a K-3 resource room and differentiated instruction for intervention groups to fit all students academic needs in the classroom.
- Developed positive interactions by getting to know the students on my caseload and their likes and dislikes.
- Taught in a small group setting doing interventions with students based on their academic needs and goals.
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
Three Fires Elementary
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Observed in a kindergarten classroom and established relationships with students through consistent positive interactions.
- Planned and taught whole class lessons in mathematics, literacy, science and observed daily classroom management techniques and activities.
Assistant Teacher
IXL
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Assisted the lead teacher in establishing a welcoming, engaging environment for kids by challenging them with academics, play, sensory, etc., while helping them develop relationships with fellow peers and adults.
- Developing those lifelong relationships with kids so they felt welcomed and valued everyday when they came into the classroom.
- Convey to parents about their child's day and anything else that needed to be communicated to them.
Explorer Elementary
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Observed and taught in a 5th grade classroom two days a week. Lesson planned and taught whole class lessons in mathematics, social studies and science while observing classroom management techniques.
Substitute Teacher
Three Fires Elementary
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Observed in a Special Education resource classroom and watched how the teacher did classroom management as well as how she structured her small groups and differentiated instruction for all her students.
Education
Teacher Cerfication -
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI04.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI05.2023
Associate of Arts -
North Central Michigan College
Petoskey, MI06.2019
High school diploma -
Inland Lakes Secondary school
Indian River, MI06.2017
Skills
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- Lesson planning
- Positive reinforcement
- Effective communication
- Relationship building
- Problem solving
- Behavior management
Certification
Michigan Elementary Standard Certificate, K-5 All Subjects, TBD (Still in the process of taking it)
K-8 Language Arts, K-12 Learning Disabilities May 2025 (Taking LD certification test end of May)
Awards
- National Honor Society, 09/01/16 - 06/01/17
- ILEF Scholarship, 06/01/20 - 06/01/22
Timeline
Building Substitute Teacher
Challenger Elementary School
09.2024 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Navigator Upper Elementary School
08.2024 - 09.2024
Substitute Teacher
Natalie Kreeger Elementary
08.2024 - 09.2024
Student Teacher, Special ed- resource room K-3
Three Fires Elementary
01.2024 - 04.2024
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
Three Fires Elementary
08.2023 - 12.2023
Assistant Teacher
IXL
05.2022 - 08.2023
Explorer Elementary
09.2021 - 04.2022
Substitute Teacher
Three Fires Elementary
09.2021 - 04.2022
Associate of Arts -
North Central Michigan College
High school diploma -
Inland Lakes Secondary school
Teacher Cerfication -
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Michigan State University
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