Esther Lazarowitz
New Smyrna Beach,FL
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated educator with over 24 years of experience in Special Education and Art Instruction. Expert in individualized and group instruction, providing emotional support, fostering student growth through effective learning strategies. Proven ability to enhance classroom engagement and promote self-advocacy skills, ensuring accessibility for diverse learners.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraeducator, Special Education
Montgomery County Public Schools
09.2009 - Current
- Assisted teachers in adapting lesson plans and materials, ensuring accessibility for all students.
- Promoted self-advocacy skills by teaching students how to express their needs effectively within the classroom setting.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and progress towards IEP goals.
- Participated in professional development opportunities focused on new strategies for supporting special education learners successfully in the classroom.
- Improved classroom management by implementing behavior modification strategies and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- As a LAD Para, assist students with a wide variety of learning disabilities; Asperger, Autism, ED, ADD, ADHD. I have six (16) years of Co-Teaching at Martin Luther King Middle School, Shady Grove Middle school and Sherwood High School.
- Over sixteen (16) years of Co-Teaching English, Reading, World Studies, American History, Physics, Chemistry, Algebra, Resource and Health. The majority of my experience is in Science.
- Taught After School Art Programs for MCPS, ages 5-12yrs, for example: Masters Painting Technique Classes.
Art Instructor
Visarts At Rockville
06.2011 - 07.2012
- Led after-school programs focused on specific artistic disciplines such as pottery, drawing and collage, offering additional opportunities for student growth.
- Helped Manage budgets for art supplies.
- Created and delivered lessons and fulfilled requirements of district's curriculum program.
- Taught Fine Art Classes for (Children 5-16yrs) Summer Art Camp: Mediums such as Still Life, Watercolor and Acrylic Painting, Drawing, Charcoal, Pastel's, Multimedia.
- Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support.
- Inspired a passion for art among students by sharing personal experiences in the field and demonstrating how it can lead to fulfilling career opportunities.
- Developed lesson plans surrounding various types of art, history and culture.
- Planned in-house student exhibitions.
Art Teacher
The Montessori School of Mclean
09.2001 - 09.2007
- Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
- Enhanced creativity by incorporating various art mediums and techniques into lessons.
- Developed and implemented engaging art lessons for students in grades kindergarten through 6th grade.
- Taught classes on drawing, painting, collage, and color theory, mixed media, pottery. Directed After School Art Club.
- Developed student's artistic skills by providing personalized feedback and guidance on their artwork.
- Organized school-wide art exhibits showcasing student talent and promoting the importance of visual arts in education.
- Collaborated with other teachers to create interdisciplinary projects, connecting art with other subject areas.
- Enhanced learning with field trips to galleries and museums, providing real-world insights into art industry.
- Organized successful art exhibits within school and community, showcasing students' work.
- Participated in regular newsletters and presentations, increasing support for art program.
Education
No Degree - Art Education
American University
Washington, DCSkills
- Educational assistance
- Crisis management strategies
- Interpersonal communication improvement
- Reading and writing assistance
- Assistive technology support
- Effective learning strategies
- IEP implementation
- Individualized instruction
- Taught multiple Mediums and Techniques (Art)
- Group and individual instruction
- Course Development/Lesson Planning
Accomplishments
- AAU Synchronized Swimmer Regional Champion
- Petitioned State Representatives to sign National Lyme Caucus. (National Capital Lyme)
Certification
- Certified Paraeducator, MCPS - 16 years.
- Red Cross First Aid & CPR
AAU Synchronized Swimmer. Regional Champion.
As a child and young adult I swam for three Synchronized Swimming Teams, Rockville Sailfish, Arlington Aquettes and RMSC Synchro Team.
Practice and workout schedules were vigorous; we participated in many regional & national competitions.
Languages
German
Limited Working
Interests
- Crafting and DIY Projects
- Committed to improving personal fitness through regular participation in [sport]
Timeline
Art Instructor
Visarts At Rockville
06.2011 - 07.2012
Paraeducator, Special Education
Montgomery County Public Schools
09.2009 - Current
Art Teacher
The Montessori School of Mclean
09.2001 - 09.2007
No Degree - Art Education
American University
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