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On-SiteLocation: Milford, IA, US
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Lisa Duffy
Milford,IA
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Summary
Dedicated special education teacher with a focus on individualized education plans, collaboration, and student advocacy. Proven ability to enhance student engagement and foster strong relationships with families.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Spencer Community School District
Spencer, IA
08.2022 - Current
- Implemented individualized education plans to support diverse learning needs.
- Developed and integrated adaptive teaching strategies for improved student engagement.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess and address student progress.
- Facilitated communication between parents and educators to enhance student support.
- Monitored student performance data to inform instructional decisions and interventions.
Special Education Teacher
Spirit Lake Community School District
Spirit Lake, IA
08.2002 - 06.2022
- Improved student comprehension by implementing differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual learning needs.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing rules and consequences.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and integrate interdisciplinary lesson plans, broadening student understanding of various subjects.
- Facilitated successful transitions for students entering high school or transitioning between grade levels by coordinating orientation programs and creating personalized transition plans.
Special Education Teacher
Okoboji Community School District
Miford, IA
08.2001 - 05.2002
- Assisted students in developing self-advocacy skills, empowering them to take ownership of their educational experience and achieve success both academically and socially.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
Special Education Teacher
Rockwell City/lytton High School
Rockwell City, IA
08.1997 - 06.2001
- Developed individualized education plans to address diverse student needs.
- Designed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards and student IEP goals.
- Fostered positive relationships with families to encourage student participation and support at home.
- Empowered students with self-advocacy skills through targeted lessons on communication, problem-solving, and goal-setting techniques.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
Education
Multi-categorical Endorsement - Special Education
Morningside College
Sioux City, IA12-1999
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education/Special Education
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Mankato, MN06-1997
No Degree - Nursing/Teaching
South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD06-1995
No Degree - Teaching/Parochial
Concordia University
Saint Paul, MN06-1993
Skills
- Collaboration with general education teachers, special education paraprofessionals, and parents
- Create individual education plans and led IEP meetings
- Completed specially designed instruction in goal areas
- Small group instruction
- Co-teaching experience
- Transition planning
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Spencer Community School District
08.2022 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Spirit Lake Community School District
08.2002 - 06.2022
Special Education Teacher
Okoboji Community School District
08.2001 - 05.2002
Special Education Teacher
Rockwell City/lytton High School
08.1997 - 06.2001
Multi-categorical Endorsement - Special Education
Morningside College
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education/Special Education
Minnesota State University, Mankato
No Degree - Nursing/Teaching
South Dakota State University
No Degree - Teaching/Parochial
Concordia University