Lisa Amershek
Summary
Knowledgeable professional with experience in reading and math instruction, comprehension strategies, and age-appropriate content for young learners. Organized and dependable while managing multiple activities with a positive attitude and growth-oriented mindset. Willingness to continually learn and embrace added responsibilities to meet team goals. Adept at developing lesson plans and aligning instruction with current learning objectives. Excellent planner, problem-solver, and group leader with explicit attention to detail.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Reading and Math Coordinator
USD #250 Pittsburg Community Schools
05.2008 - 05.2023
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high quality performance objectives and standards.
- Collaborated with Instructional Coach to guide implementation of MTSS/RTI process and focus on targeted instructional goals.
- Facilitated communication with multiple grade level teams and paraeducators to partner in research-based instructional decisions.
- Coordinated and implemented building-wide assessments to evaluate student performance.
- Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students.
- Participated in Student Improvement Team meetings while maintaining open communication and developing successful learners.
Director of After School Learning Academy
USD #250 Pittsburg Community Schools
05.2021 - 05.2023
- Worked collaboratively with instructional staff to assess and evaluate lesson quality, effectiveness, and alignment with instructional goals.
- Hired, supervised, and evaluated teaching faculty and support staff.
- Monitored compliance with grant regulations to achieve objectives and ensure conformance with guidelines.
- Communicated with students, parents, and school officials to resolve education-related issues and problems.
- Represented educational program at meetings and conferences to serve as subject matter liaison.
- Analyzed instructor, student, and class data trends to create meaningful reports and maximize plans for improving program components.
Elementary Education Teacher, Second Grade
USD #250 Pittsburg Community Schools
08.1991 - 05.2008
- Developed engaging and age-appropriate lesson plans to facilitate different learning styles using a variety of teaching methods and resources.
- Assessed student progress and understanding through various methods and provided feedback based on performance.
- Contributed to the development and modification of curriculum materials, ensuring they met the needs of students and aligned with educational standards.
- Collaborated with other teachers and staff members by participating in team meetings and grade-level planning.
- Maintained records of attendance, grades, and student progress with various forms of documentation.
- Encouraged individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
Education
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Pittsburg State University
Pittsburg, KSBachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Pittsburg State University
Pittsburg, KSSkills
- K-5 Elementary Reading and Math
- At-Risk Student Intervention
- MTSS/RTI Implementation
- Interpersonal Skills
- Flexible/Receptive
- Student Centered
- Instructional Best Practices
- Responsible
- Team Building Leadership
- Data Driven
Certification
-Elementary 1-6
-Social Science 5-9
Timeline
Director of After School Learning Academy
USD #250 Pittsburg Community Schools
05.2021 - 05.2023
Elementary Reading and Math Coordinator
USD #250 Pittsburg Community Schools
05.2008 - 05.2023
Elementary Education Teacher, Second Grade
USD #250 Pittsburg Community Schools
08.1991 - 05.2008
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Pittsburg State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Pittsburg State University
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