Lisa Edwards
Fresno,CA
Summary
Motivated educator with several years of experience carrying the belief that learning should be exciting, fun, and flexible. Dedicated to guiding students in communication and problem-solving abilities required for delivering exceptional education to students while maintaining supportive and structured learning environments. Resourceful in developing and implementing student-focused practices and technological strategies to enhance classroom settings. Increase student engagement through experiential learning, team collaboration and digital approaches. Routinely check students for understand quickly and easily. Proven track record of successfully improving student academic performance.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
First Grade Teacher
Madera Unified School District
1988.01 - Current
- Mainstream teacher for special day class. Collaborating with special education teachers with curriculum and behavior plans. Full inclusion teacher for special needs.
- Planned with staff members to develop skills and knowledge through behavior modification plans.
- Communicated with students, parents, teachers, and school administrators to foster strong relationships.
- Grade level leader and master teacher for several years at Lincoln and John Adams.
- Written and implemented individual lesson plans based on student learning styles through COST and RTI. Regularly attended IEP meetings to support behavior and implement plans.
- Followed through with guidelines, duties, and responsibilities.
- Developed positive school climate by building effective communication and appreciating all school staff.
- Evaluated student behavior issues by reviewing established discipline standards and noting trends in infractions..
- Refocused teaching techniques to better match student learning habits.
- Applied proactive behavior management techniques to facilitate classroom discipline.
- Designed curriculum, lesson plans and instructional materials for classroom teaching.
- 100% attendance of parent conferences by being flexible and staying beyond duty day.
Kinder, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, GATE Teacher,
Madera Unified School District
1988.01 - Current
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities. Toured major California colleges with 5th graders, 6th graders, and GATE students.
- Spent many summers working for varies textbook publishers as a curriculum trainer.
- Tutored students before and after school to improve skills and develop positive relationships.
Education
Master of Arts - School Counseling
Fresno State University
Fresno, CA United States05.1990
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Fresno State University
Fresno, CAUnited States05.1986
High School Diploma -
San Joaquin Memorial High School
Fresno, CA United States06.1979
Skills
- Goal-oriented and very ambitious
- Punctual
- Background in instructional planning
- Curriculum development
- Differentiated learning techniques
- Knowledge in Elementary Planning
- Positive student engagement
- Behavioral/cognitive skills development
- Team collaboration
- Classroom management
Certification
- CA Multiple Subject Credential
- PPS Credential
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
Madera Unified School District
1988.01 - Current
Kinder, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, GATE Teacher,
Madera Unified School District
1988.01 - Current
Master of Arts - School Counseling
Fresno State University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Fresno State University
High School Diploma -
San Joaquin Memorial High School
- CA Multiple Subject Credential
- PPS Credential
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