Elizabeth Lennen
Cumming,Georgia
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Brandywine Elementary, excelling in classroom management and lesson planning. Systematic, effective teaching delivered to enhance student engagement and foster strong relationships. Skilled in critical thinking, I gauged student progress, driving academic growth through tailored instructional strategies and remediation as needed.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EIP Teacher
Brandywine Elementary, Forsyth County
Alpharetta, Georgia
08.2023 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Classroom management to foster a positive learning environment.
- Implementation of prescribed educational interventions with fidelity.
- Collection and analysis of data to drive instruction and administer remediation.
- Administer periodic assessment to monitor student growth and progress.
ESL Teacher
Brandywine Elementary, Forsyth County
Alpharetta, GA
08.2016 - 05.2023
- Developed engaging ESL curriculum aligned with state standards to enhance language acquisition skills.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to support diverse learning needs and aid comprehension.
- Administer both informal and formal assessments of language proficiency across all language domains.
First Grade Teacher
Midway Elementary, Forsyth County
Alpharetta, GA
08.2012 - 05.2016
- Designed engaging lesson plans aligning with state standards and diverse learning styles.
- Fostering a positive learning environment with students.
- Assessed student progress through individualized evaluations and tailored instructional strategies.
- Effective communication and collaboration with parents and staff to promote students' academic and social development.
Kindergarten Teacher
Whitlow Elementary, Forsyth County
Cumming, GA
08.2009 - 05.2012
- Foster early literacy and numeracy skills by delivering effective lessons.
- Utilized differentiated and varied instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Collected and analyzed data to create ability groups to meet the needs of students and accelerate learning.
- Collaborated with families to support student learning and development.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Second Grade
Cumming Elementary, FCS
Cumming, GA
08.2008 - 05.2009
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to enhance student learning and participation.
- Utilized diverse instructional strategies to accommodate various learning styles and needs.
- Collaborated with peers to share best practices and improve curriculum delivery.
- Conferred with parents to communicate student progress.
Long-Term Substitute Kindergarten Teacher
Mashburn Elementary, Forsyth County
Cumming, GA
12.2007 - 05.2008
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to foster early childhood learning.
- Created a nurturing classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
- Assessed student progress through observations and adjusted instructional strategies accordingly.
- Collaboration with peers and effectively communicated with parents as to their child's progress.
Third Grade Teacher
Campbell Drive Elementary,Miami Dade Public Schools
Homestead, FL
08.2003 - 05.2007
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Fostered positive classroom environment to enhance student learning and social skills.
- Utilized various instructional strategies to support diverse learning needs of students.
- Assessed student progress through formative and summative assessments, adjusting instruction accordingly.
- Administered state exam with integrity.
Education
Teacher Certification - Education
Miami-Dade College
Miami05-2005
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Florida International University
Miami, FL05-1997
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
Certification
- TESOL Certified
- Licensed
- Certified K-6th grade
Languages
French
Elementary
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
EIP Teacher
Brandywine Elementary, Forsyth County
08.2023 - Current
ESL Teacher
Brandywine Elementary, Forsyth County
08.2016 - 05.2023
First Grade Teacher
Midway Elementary, Forsyth County
08.2012 - 05.2016
Kindergarten Teacher
Whitlow Elementary, Forsyth County
08.2009 - 05.2012
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Second Grade
Cumming Elementary, FCS
08.2008 - 05.2009
Long-Term Substitute Kindergarten Teacher
Mashburn Elementary, Forsyth County
12.2007 - 05.2008
Third Grade Teacher
Campbell Drive Elementary,Miami Dade Public Schools
08.2003 - 05.2007
Teacher Certification - Education
Miami-Dade College
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Florida International University