LISA BILINSKI
AUSTIN,TX
Summary
Dedicated educator with extensive experience in curriculum development and student advocacy. Skilled in creating individualized education plans and employing adaptive teaching strategies to foster student engagement. Proven leader with a history of collaboration and technology integration to enhance learning environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sixth Grade Special Education Teacher- Science & SS
West Ridge Middle School
Austin, TX
08.2022 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments and evaluations.
- Advocated for students' rights and access to necessary resources.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Collaborated with parents, educators, and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Implemented adaptive teaching strategies to enhance student engagement.
Fifth Grade Teacher- ELA/SS, Team Leader
Barton Creek Elementary School
Austin, TX
08.2012 - 07.2022
- Provided instruction in core subjects: reading, writing, and social studies.
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state curriculum standards.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Utilized technology tools for interactive learning and student assessments.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance interdisciplinary teaching methods.
- Designed and executed hands-on activities to promote critical thinking skills.
- Monitored student performance and provided targeted support for individual needs.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
5th Grade Teacher-ELA
Lee Intermediate School
Gainesville, Texas
08.2008 - 07.2012
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
Education
Alternative Certification Teaching Program -
IteachTexas
Denton, TXMaster of Science - Design, Housing, and Merchandising
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OKBachelor of Science - Aviation Management
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OKSkills
- Coaching and mentoring
- Effective communication
- Data analysis
- Collaborative teamwork
- Curriculum development and adaptation
- Instructional best practices
- Individualized education plan development
- Classroom management
- Collaboration with stakeholders
- Advocacy for students' rights
- Technology integration
Certification
Texas Standard Certificate, 2009-2026, Generalist (EC-4), Generalist (4-8), ESL Supplemental (EC-12), Special Education (EC-12)
Accomplishments
Curriculum Design Team - Designed, developed and implemented lessons for district ELA committee.
Affiliations
Volunteer Teacher, Global Vision International, Santa Maria de Jesus, Guatemala (2009, 2010)
Timeline
Sixth Grade Special Education Teacher- Science & SS
West Ridge Middle School
08.2022 - Current
Fifth Grade Teacher- ELA/SS, Team Leader
Barton Creek Elementary School
08.2012 - 07.2022
5th Grade Teacher-ELA
Lee Intermediate School
08.2008 - 07.2012
Alternative Certification Teaching Program -
IteachTexas
Master of Science - Design, Housing, and Merchandising
Oklahoma State University
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Management
Oklahoma State University