Lee Posivak
Alburtis,PA
Summary
Dynamic and adaptable educator with a proven track record at Salisbury High School, excelling in student engagement and classroom management. Skilled in special education and mathematics instruction, I foster a collaborative learning environment, providing individualized support that empowers students to achieve their academic potential. Recognized for effective behavior management and positive reinforcement strategies.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Building Substitute Teacher - Secondary
Salisbury High School
11.2018 - Current
- Supported lead teachers by providing feedback on student progress and behavior.
- Engaged students through interactive activities that promoted participation and understanding.
- Monitored student performance, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and school policies.
- Collaborated with staff to create a welcoming atmosphere for all students.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching skills and strategies.
- Provided individualized support to struggling learners, enabling them to reach their full potential academically.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- 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.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
East Penn School District
11.2018 - Current
- Supported lead teachers by providing feedback on student progress and behavior.
- Engaged students through interactive activities that promoted participation and understanding.
- Monitored student performance, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and school policies.
- Collaborated with staff to create a welcoming atmosphere for all students.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching skills and strategies.
- Provided individualized support to struggling learners, enabling them to reach their full potential academically.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- 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.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
Substitute Teacher K-12
Southern Lehigh School District
11.2018 - Current
- Supported lead teachers by providing feedback on student progress and behavior.
- Engaged students through interactive activities that promoted participation and understanding.
- Monitored student performance, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and school policies.
- Collaborated with staff to create a welcoming atmosphere for all students.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching skills and strategies.
- Provided individualized support to struggling learners, enabling them to reach their full potential academically.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- 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.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
Routing Coordinator
First Student, Inc.
12.1986 - 05.2011
- Coordinated daily routing schedules to optimize transportation efficiency and reduce delays.
- Collaborated with drivers to ensure adherence to safety protocols and operational guidelines.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced route accuracy and decreased fuel consumption.
- Trained new team members on routing software and company procedures, fostering a collaborative environment.
- Developed strategic partnerships with local schools and agencies to streamline communication regarding transportation needs.
- Optimized routing efficiency by analyzing and adjusting transportation routes to minimize costs and delivery times.
- Drove school bus when drivers were at a premium
- Developed contingency plans for potential disruptions in routing schedules due to weather or traffic conditions.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Cedar Crest College
Allentown, PA05-2018
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice - Juvenile Justice
Cedar Crest College
Allentown, PA05-2016
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Lehigh Carbon Community College
Schnecksville, PA08-2012
Skills
- Flexibility
- Organization
- Student engagement
- Oral communication
- Special education
- Physical education instruction
- Mathematics instruction
- Social studies instruction
- Science instruction
- Music instruction
- Classroom management
- Verbal and written communication
- Creative problem solving
- Adaptable
- Positive reinforcement
- Behavior management
- Elementary education
- IEP documentation
- Test proctoring
- Organization skills
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Building Substitute Teacher - Secondary
Salisbury High School
11.2018 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-12
East Penn School District
11.2018 - Current
Substitute Teacher K-12
Southern Lehigh School District
11.2018 - Current
Routing Coordinator
First Student, Inc.
12.1986 - 05.2011
Master of Arts - Education
Cedar Crest College
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice - Juvenile Justice
Cedar Crest College
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Lehigh Carbon Community College
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