Lisa Downard
San Diego,CA
Summary
Experienced educator with a strong passion for helping others seeking a tutor position. Skilled in delivering tailored educational guidance and cultivating positive relationships to increase student learning and overall success.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educator
San Diego City Schools
San Diego , CA
09.2000 - 07.2024
- Created a safe, comfortable learning environment for students by establishing positive relationships with them.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the individual needs of students.
- Organized activities and resources to promote student engagement in learning.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formal and informal assessments.
- Provided appropriate feedback on work, behavior, and attitude towards learning.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
- Received recognition for contributions to innovative concepts in classroom instruction.
- Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests, and projects.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss student's progress and areas requiring improvement.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
Education
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential - Education
National University
San Diego, CA06-1998
Bachelor of Arts - Cultural Anthropology
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA06-1994
Skills
- Classroom Instruction
- Subject Matter Knowledge
- Differentiated Instruction
- Individualized Learning
- Student Motivation
- Academic goals
- Organizational Skills
- Lesson Planning
- Reading Comprehension Techniques
- Problem-solving skills
- Play-Based Learning
- Collaborative Parent Interaction
- Relationship Building
- Student Records Management
Certification
- GATE certification
Timeline
Educator
San Diego City Schools
09.2000 - 07.2024
- GATE certification
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential - Education
National University
Bachelor of Arts - Cultural Anthropology
San Diego State University
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