Lisa Dow
USD 102
Cimarron,KS
20
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Experienced educator with a strong record in classroom management, lesson planning, and behavior management. Skilled at building positive relationships, motivating students, and adapting instruction to support diverse learning needs.
Work History
Teacher
19 Years 10 Months- Developed standards-aligned lesson plans supporting diverse learner needs and curriculum goals.
- Assessed student progress using formative data to adjust instruction and interventions.
- Managed classroom environment to promote engagement, accountability, and respectful behavior.
- Collaborated with colleagues to align instruction, share strategies, and support schoolwide improvement.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
Education
Master of Science - Education
Skills
Lesson planning
Classroom management
Behavior management
Data analysis
Critical thinking
Motivating students
Relationship building
Accomplishments
- Student Progress Conferences - Conducted conferences with parents, administrators, testing specialists and social workers to discuss educational plans designed to promote students' educational/social development.
- Curriculum Implementation - Instructed pupils in reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art, using the curriculum established by the Board of Education.
- ESL Literacy - Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Have been a part of school negotiations, building leadership team, and a number of other groups
- Have helped to implement curriculum in math, reading and science.
- I have been a mentor to many student teachers.
- 21+ years of experience in elementary education
Certification
Master english for speakers of other languages K-6
Leters training
Pathways training
Timeline
Teacher
USD 102
12.2006 - CurrentRead More
Newman University
Master of Science from Education
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