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Work History
Education
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Much work with individuals struggling with homelessness.
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Elizabeth Armstrong

Jacksonville,FL

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at DCPS, specializing in inclusion strategies and differentiated instruction. Successfully enhanced student engagement through innovative lesson planning and effective classroom management. Committed to fostering creativity and critical thinking while advocating for individual education plans, ensuring every student thrives in a supportive learning environment.

Work History

ESE Teacher

DCPS
  • Developed strategies grounded in research to improve reading, math proficiency, and other subject skills.
  • Adapted teaching methods to align with each student's strengths.
  • Facilitated consistent communication among support staff to achieve aligned efforts for student success.
  • Coordinated transition planning for ESE students moving to different educational settings or preparing for postsecondary opportunities.
  • Enhanced student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and real-life examples into lesson plans.

Art Teacher

DCPS
  • Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
  • Managed a diverse range of learners, adapting lesson plans to accommodate different abilities and interests.
  • Enhanced student creativity by incorporating various art mediums and techniques into lessons.
  • Developed and implemented engaging art lessons for students in grades kindergarten through 12th.
  • Taught classes on painting, collage, and color theory.
  • Implemented effective classroom management strategies, maintaining discipline while fostering creativity and individuality in student work.
  • Established a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encouraged open communication and collaboration among students.
  • Communicated effectively with parents about their child''s progress in the arts program, addressing any concerns or suggestions for improvement as needed.
  • Developed students'' artistic skills by providing personalized feedback and guidance on their artwork.
  • Improved student engagement in the classroom by designing innovative, project-based learning experiences focused on artistic expression.
  • Assessed student work and provided constructive feedback.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to create interdisciplinary projects, connecting art with other subject areas.
  • Enhanced student creativity and critical thinking by implementing diverse art projects across various mediums.
  • Fostered positive and inclusive classroom environment, enabling students to express themselves freely through art.
  • Fostered love for art and learning to inspire students to pursue passions and interests.
  • Provided feedback and grades to provide regular feedback on student progress and assigned grades based on performance.
  • Provided extra help and support to offer additional support to struggling students and encourage success in art subjects.

ESE Teacher

Broward County Public Schools
South FL
  • Developed strategies grounded in research to improve reading, math proficiency, and other subject skills.
  • Adapted teaching methods to align with each student's strengths.
  • Facilitated consistent communication among support staff to achieve aligned efforts for student success.
  • Coordinated transition planning for ESE students moving to different educational settings or preparing for postsecondary opportunities.
  • Enhanced student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and real-life examples into lesson plans.

Teacher

Dade and Broard Public Schools
South FL

Education

M.Ed - Education -ESE

University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND
05.1989

B.S. - Elementary Education

University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND
05.1982

Skills

  • Inclusion strategies
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Individual education plans IEPs
  • Classroom management
  • Parent communication
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Behavior modification

Much work with individuals struggling with homelessness.

I believe strongly in finding childrens' strengths and building on them.

Timeline

Teacher

Dade and Broard Public Schools

ESE Teacher

DCPS

Art Teacher

DCPS

ESE Teacher

Broward County Public Schools

M.Ed - Education -ESE

University of North Dakota

B.S. - Elementary Education

University of North Dakota

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