Lauren Tisinger
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Seasoned Teacher with deep understanding of lesson planning, classroom management, and educational technology integration. Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning styles and needs. Strong communicator with a knack for fostering meaningful relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. Proven track record of creating engaging learning environments and promoting positive student outcomes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Norris School District
Bakersfield, CA
08.2012 - Current
- Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
- Used videos, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
- Utilized technology such as interactive whiteboards and online resources to enhance instruction.
Teacher
Stockdale Christian School
Bakersfield, CA
08.2008 - 06.2012
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
- Scheduled tutoring sessions to help students improve grades and gain better grasp course material.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Supervised after school activities such as clubs or sports teams.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
Reading Intervention Teacher
Greenfield Union School District
Bakersfield, CA
08.2007 - 06.2008
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Interpreted assessment data to determine best intervention methods for students.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Developed individualized learning plans to meet the needs of each student in the program.
- Analyzed student data and prescribed remediation and enrichment to meet learning needs.
- Assessed students' progress through formal tests and informal observations.
- Created a positive learning environment by utilizing behavior management techniques that encouraged cooperation among students while fostering self-esteem.
- Communicated positively with students through engaging conversations.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions to improve literacy skills, including phonemic awareness, decoding and fluency.
- Monitored student achievement data regularly to identify areas of strength or need within the class.
- Analyzed and reported on each student's progress in reading in accordance with school district's policies.
- Taught small group instruction to target specific areas of need in reading comprehension, word recognition and writing.
- Planned and implemented reading intervention programs for students with reading difficulties.
- Maintained records on students' academic performance and attendance in order to track progress over time.
- Encouraged love of reading and promoted literacy to students.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
Education
High School Diploma -
Liberty High School
Bakersfield06-2022
Administrative Services Credential - Administrative Services
Fresno Pacific University
Bakersfield06-2019
Teaching Credential - Multiple Subject
California State University Bakersfield
Bakersfield06-2008
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University Bakersfield
Bakersfield06-2007
Some College (No Degree) -
Bakersfield College
BakersfieldSome College (No Degree) -
Vanguard University
Costa Mesa, CASkills
- Curriculum development
- Assessment techniques
- Classroom management
- Individualized instruction
- Behavior management
- Data analysis
Affiliations
- Singing
- Cooking
- Traveling
Accomplishments
- Admin Designee
- EL Coordinator
- PBIS Leadership Team
- Grade Level Lead
Certification
- Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
- Administrative Services Credential
Timeline
Teacher
Norris School District
08.2012 - Current
Teacher
Stockdale Christian School
08.2008 - 06.2012
Reading Intervention Teacher
Greenfield Union School District
08.2007 - 06.2008
High School Diploma -
Liberty High School
Administrative Services Credential - Administrative Services
Fresno Pacific University
Teaching Credential - Multiple Subject
California State University Bakersfield
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University Bakersfield
Some College (No Degree) -
Bakersfield College
Some College (No Degree) -
Vanguard University
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