Lisa Cummings
Lone Oak,Texas
Summary
Dedicated Educator with extensive experience partnering with parents and ensuring success of students. Skilled at providing feedback on individual progress of students and discussing specific needs.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Classroom Teacher
Caddo Mills Independent School District
08.2022 - Current
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Championed inclusionary practices within the classroom setting by accommodating diverse needs of students with special education plans or language barriers, enabling them to succeed alongside peers in mainstream classrooms.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child''s education.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lesson plans, increasing students'' understanding of how subjects interconnect.
- Provided timely feedback on assignments, allowing students to learn from mistakes and improve their performance.
- Conducted small group interventions for struggling learners, providing targeted support that led to increased academic achievement.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Classroom Teacher
Garland Independent School District
08.2005 - Current
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences and increase student engagement
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal
- Instructed 4 small groups daily and tutorials to provided necessary support to students
Curriculum Writer
Garland Independent School District
06.2014 - 01.2015
- Designed curriculum, lesson plans and instructional materials for classroom teaching.
- Worked with fellow teachers to develop cohesive educational plans and improve support for diverse students.
- Analyzed effectiveness of curriculum already in place
- Looked at student testing data and compared it to new and past curriculum
- Organized, scheduled and facilitated 6 week long courses based on need
- Developed assessments and user polls to evaluate course effectiveness, altering content and delivery to achieve student learning goals
Education
Master's in Education - Educational Leadership and Policy Studies
University of Texas at Arlington
Arlington2014
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of Texas at Dallas
Richardson, TX2004
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Leadership
- Student support
- At Risk Student Support
- Teacher collaboration
References
Lisa Anthony
Instructional Support Teacher, Garland Independent School District
972-270-2881
lkanthon@garlandisd.net
Lisa Sinclair
Classroom Teacher at Griffis Elementary, Caddo Mills Independent School District
903-527-3525
lsinclair@caddomillsisd.org
Michelle Colwell
Principal at Griffis Elementary, Caddo Mills Independent School District
903-527-3525
mcolwell@caddomillsisd.org
Timeline
Classroom Teacher
Caddo Mills Independent School District
08.2022 - Current
Curriculum Writer
Garland Independent School District
06.2014 - 01.2015
Classroom Teacher
Garland Independent School District
08.2005 - Current
Master's in Education - Educational Leadership and Policy Studies
University of Texas at Arlington
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of Texas at Dallas
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