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Lisa Cooper

Columbia,SC

Summary

Driven Instructional Assistant with proven success in Lexington County School District One, adept at classroom organization and effective communication. Excelled in providing targeted support, enhancing student achievement, and managing behaviors with a calm demeanor. Highly requested as a substitute in Ozark School District R-VI, demonstrating exceptional ability to maintain educational continuity and foster a positive learning environment. Goal-oriented [Instructional Assistant] caring with students of different learning levels and backgrounds. Always ready to step in and positively impact student learning or teacher wellbeing with timely support. Reliable in maintaining orderly spaces and preparing daily materials.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Instructional Assistant

Lexington County School District One
08.2014 - Current
  • Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional times such as lunch breaks or recess periods, maintaining safety standards at all times.
  • Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
  • Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, enabling them to achieve academic success.
  • Facilitated small group instruction sessions based on specific skill sets or subject matter, boosting overall student achievement levels.

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Ozark School District R-VI
08.2010 - 06.2014
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.

Education

Associate of Arts - Education

Longview Community College
Lee's Summit, MO
05.1989

Skills

Classroom Organization

Effective Communication

Calm and Patient Demeanor

Conflict Resolution

Timeline

Instructional Assistant

Lexington County School District One
08.2014 - Current

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Ozark School District R-VI
08.2010 - 06.2014

Associate of Arts - Education

Longview Community College

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