Lisa Asburry
Fort Lauderdale
Summary
Dedicated educator with expertise in individualized instruction and behavior management. Proven ability to create engaging lesson plans and foster supportive learning environments, driving student success and emotional growth.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Teacher-autism cluster
Boulevard Heights Elementary school
Hollywood
08.2024 - Current
- Created individualized daily visual schedules with multisensory manipulatives to support educational growth.
- Instructed students in social-emotional learning and independent functioning skills.
- Monitored IEP goals weekly, aligning student progress with annual objectives.
- Utilized diverse reinforcers to support emotional regulation and promote student independence.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to support diverse learning styles.
- Created standards-based curricula tailored to meet diverse learning needs.
- Participated in weekly professional training sessions to enhance collaborative teaching strategies.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum and instructional materials.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences to collaboratively address student progress and specific needs.
- Designed summer school curriculum and provided detailed home notes for effective parent communication.
- Integrated technology into lessons to promote interactive learning experiences.
- Assessed student performance through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
- Organized extracurricular activities to foster community and student engagement.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Second Grade
Broward County Schools
Davie
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Created lesson plans that engaged students and addressed diverse learning needs.
- Assessed student performance through quizzes and classwork for tailored instruction.
- Adapted teaching methods based on student feedback and learning styles.
- Contributed to school initiatives through active participation in faculty meetings and professional development workshops.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of each student.
- Implemented assessments to gauge student understanding and inform instructional adjustments.
Substitute Teacher
Broward County Schools
Cooper City
07.2020 - 08.2022
- Delivered lesson plans for various subjects according to school curriculum standards.
- Assisted students with learning challenges to support their educational growth.
- Supervised student behavior and maintained a safe learning atmosphere.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student progress and classroom conduct.
- Prepared reports on student performance and behavior for teacher review.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
Pool Substitute Teacher
Broward County Schools
Cooper City
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Implemented lesson plans and adapted materials for diverse learning needs.
- Supervised student behavior and ensured adherence to school policies.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Promoted a safe and secure atmosphere within the classroom setting.
- Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
Substitute Teacher
Broward County Schools
Cooper City
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Managed classroom environments to ensure student engagement and participation.
- Assisted students with learning challenges to support their educational growth.
- Delivered lesson plans for various subjects according to school curriculum standards.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to promote positive interactions among students.
- Supervised student behavior and maintained a safe learning atmosphere.
- Collaborated with teachers to adapt instructional materials for diverse learning needs.
Early Childhood Educator
New Horizons Learning Center
Cooper City
10.2015 - 08.2018
- Fostered a nurturing environment to support children's emotional and social growth.
- Implemented age-appropriate activities that encouraged creativity and critical thinking.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss children's progress and address concerns.
- Supervised classroom activities to ensure safety and promote positive behavior.
- Utilized various teaching tools to enhance learning experiences for students.
- Provided a safe and stimulating learning environment for young children.
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
- Organized community events to strengthen relationships between families and the learning center.
General Office Clerk
Broward County Schools
Cooper City
01.2009 - 06.2009
- Managed daily office operations and maintained organized filing systems.
- Processed incoming and outgoing correspondence efficiently and accurately.
- Assisted staff with scheduling meetings and coordinating events.
- Maintained inventory of office supplies and ordered replacements as needed.
- Supported special projects by compiling reports and conducting research.
- Handled data entry tasks using district-specific software applications.
Teacher's Assistant
Broward County Schools
Cooper City
01.2009 - 01.2009
- Assisted teachers in lesson preparation and classroom management activities.
- Supported students with special needs through individualized attention and resources.
- Organized educational materials and maintained classroom supplies for effective learning.
- Facilitated small group activities to enhance student engagement and participation.
- Communicated with parents regarding student progress and classroom events effectively.
Temporary Teachers Assistant
Broward County Schools
Cooper City
08.2008 - 01.2009
- Assisted teachers in classroom management and lesson preparation.
- Supported students with diverse learning needs during instructional activities.
- Facilitated small group discussions to enhance student engagement.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to promote a positive learning environment.
- Helped teachers with material generation, lesson plan development, class preparation, scheduling, exam distribution and student mentoring.
- Contributed to positive, educational setting by delivering gentle discipline and promoting student success.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Educational Studies Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT07-2021
Skills
- Individualized instruction
- Lesson planning
- Social-emotional learning
- Behavior management
- Leadership
- Faculty collaboration
- Empathy and patience
- Student motivation
- Engagement strategies
- Relationship building
- Project-based learning
- Exceptional Student Education 2024
- Elementary Education (K-6) 2024
- Social-emotional learning training
Certification
Exceptional Student Education, Florida Department of Education (FLOE), 2024
Affiliations
Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) Vice President 2025-Present
Timeline
Teacher-autism cluster
Boulevard Heights Elementary school
08.2024 - Current
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Second Grade
Broward County Schools
02.2024 - 06.2024
Substitute Teacher
Broward County Schools
07.2020 - 08.2022
Pool Substitute Teacher
Broward County Schools
08.2019 - 06.2020
Substitute Teacher
Broward County Schools
08.2018 - 06.2019
Early Childhood Educator
New Horizons Learning Center
10.2015 - 08.2018
General Office Clerk
Broward County Schools
01.2009 - 06.2009
Teacher's Assistant
Broward County Schools
01.2009 - 01.2009
Temporary Teachers Assistant
Broward County Schools
08.2008 - 01.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Educational Studies Elementary Education
Western Governors University