Lisa Atkison
Moon Twp,PA
Summary
Committed reading specialist with over 30 years of expertise in literacy instruction across elementary and secondary education.
Overview
1
1
Certification
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Reading Specialist/Literacy Arts Teacher
North Hills School District
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
08.1992 - 06.2026
- Conducted reading instruction designed to improve student literacy levels across grades 1-6.
- Conducted assessments to identify student strengths and weaknesses, informing targeted literacy interventions.
- Collaborated with elementary ELA teachers to enhance students' literacy skills through targeted spelling, writing, phonics, and comprehension support.
- Instructed literacy arts to diverse populations and struggling readers in grades 7 and 8.
- Assisted 9th grade English instruction to enhance student engagement and participation in learning activities.
- Developed ELA curriculum to enhance student engagement
- Facilitated professional development workshops for classroom teachers and parents to promote effective literacy strategies.
Lecturer in Education
Waynesburg College
Waynesburg, Pennsylvania
08.1991 - 05.1992
- Taught undergraduate courses in education, fostering critical thinking and pedagogical skills.
- Mentored and supervised elementary student teachers, promoting effective instructional strategies.
- Facilitated professional growth through targeted feedback and developmental support.
Student/Intern Teacher Supervisor
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
01.1992 - 04.1992
- Supervised secondary English and elementary education student teachers, enhancing instructional quality.
- Observed lessons to evaluate teaching effectiveness and student engagement.
- Conducted pre- and post-teaching conferences to provide feedback and support development.
- Recommended instructional and management strategies to optimize teaching performance.
English Language Arts Teacher
Middleton Valley Academy
Camp Springs , MD
08.1990 - 06.1991
- Instructed fifth grade students in English language arts at Prince George's County magnet school.
- Employed basal reading series and Junior Great Books as primary reading materials.
- Utilized journal writing and writing process strategies to enhance grammar, spelling, and writing skills.
Education
Master of Education - Administration And Public Policy
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA08-1988
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education/English
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA04-1983
Skills
- Literacy intervention
- Phonics instruction
- Curriculum development
- Assessment design
- Collaborative teaching
- Intervention strategies
- Collaborative teaching
- Reading comprehension
- Intervention strategies
Certification
- Elementary Education (K - 6) Instructional II, July 1994
- Reading Specialist (K - 12) Instructional II, July 1994
- Communication (7 - 12) Instructional II, July 1994
Timeline
Reading Specialist/Literacy Arts Teacher
North Hills School District
08.1992 - 06.2026
Student/Intern Teacher Supervisor
University of Pittsburgh
01.1992 - 04.1992
Lecturer in Education
Waynesburg College
08.1991 - 05.1992
English Language Arts Teacher
Middleton Valley Academy
08.1990 - 06.1991
Master of Education - Administration And Public Policy
University of Pittsburgh
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education/English
University of Pittsburgh