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Lisa Eslinger

Boyd

Summary

Passionate reading teacher with extensive experience at Stanley-Boyd School District, specializing in literacy intervention, individualized instruction, and literacy assessment techniques. Skilled in adapting materials to enhance student engagement and progress monitoring, ensuring all learners achieve their literacy goals. Excels in communication, patience, and empathy, which are crucial for fostering positive learning environments, and encouraging student progress.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Title 1 / Reading Interventionist

Stanley-Boyd School District
Stanley
08.2022 - 06.2025
  • Provided intensive, individualized intervention to students in reading and language arts.
  • Analyzed data from assessments to determine appropriate instructional goals for each student.
  • Assessed student progress through formative and summative assessments.
  • Conducted assessments of student's reading abilities, including phonemic awareness and fluency.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress toward meeting literacy goals.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities related to best practices in literacy instruction.
  • Evaluated curriculum materials relevant to reading instruction and recommended changes when necessary.
  • Assisted classroom teachers in adapting instructional materials to meet the needs of students.
  • Spoke with parents to discuss student progress and discuss reading issues.

1st Grade Elementary Teacher

Stanley-Boyd School District
Stanley
08.2003 - 06.2022
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the needs of all students.
  • Utilized a variety of instructional strategies such as whole-class instruction, small group activities, and individualized instruction to meet the needs of all learners.
  • Adapted teaching methods based on individual student abilities and learning styles.
  • Assessed student performance using formative and summative assessments.
  • Managed classroom behavior by implementing proactive strategies such as positive reinforcement and redirection techniques.
  • Maintained accurate records of student performance including grades, attendance, homework completion.
  • Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's academic progress via emails or phone calls.
  • Facilitated parent conferences throughout the year to discuss student progress.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to plan, discuss, and assess learning outcomes.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching skills and knowledge.

Special Education Teacher

Gilman Elementary/Stanley-Boyd Elementary
Gilman And Stanley
10.1993 - 06.2003
  • Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
  • Served as an advocate for special education students within the school system.
  • Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
  • Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

UW- Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI
12-1993

Skills

  • Literacy intervention
  • Individualized instruction
  • Adaptation of materials
  • Reading assessment
  • Progress monitoring
  • Data analysis
  • Collaboration skills
  • Parent communication

Certification

  • Orton-Gillingham Training (Science of Reading)
  • LETRS Training (Science of Reading)

Timeline

Title 1 / Reading Interventionist

Stanley-Boyd School District
08.2022 - 06.2025

1st Grade Elementary Teacher

Stanley-Boyd School District
08.2003 - 06.2022

Special Education Teacher

Gilman Elementary/Stanley-Boyd Elementary
10.1993 - 06.2003

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

UW- Eau Claire