LISA HOFFNER
Bon Wier,TX
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Teacher with expertise in addressing individual academic and emotional needs. Designed and implemented hands-on lessons tailored to diverse learning abilities, promoting engagement and understanding. Fostered collaboration through effective communication and positive reinforcement, enhancing student academic achievement.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Intervention Teacher
Kirbyville CISD
01.2024 - Current
- Maintained accurate intervention records, progress notes, and documentation
- Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
- Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open communication channels to discuss student performance and address concerns.
Special Education Department Chair
Morton Ranch High School
01.2023 - Current
- Train, implement and provide continued support for staff on the ARD process and procedures.
- Managed the dissemination of special education policies and procedures, streamlining departmental communication and training.
- Collaborated with school administration on master scheduling to align resources with student needs.
- Collaborate with feeder campuses and attend transition meetings to ensure incoming 9th grade student placement is appropriate.
- Reviewed and completed unfinished business list with diagnostician/ARD facilitator/administration to ensure timely scheduling of ARD meetings each semester.
- Case managed high-profile campus cases involving staff members' children, high-risk behavior concerns, and coordination with advocates and attorneys to support student success.
High School Special Education Teacher
Morton Ranch High School
01.2012 - 01.2023
- Designed and implemented IEPs for classes.
- Modified curriculum and implemented accommodations to meet individual student needs and promote inclusive learning.
- Build relationships with students, staff, and parents to ensure all students' needs were addressed and met.
- Taught diverse subjects, focusing on math and science to enhance student understanding and engagement.
- Implement general curriculum TEKS.
Volleyball Coach
Morton Ranch High School and Current
01.2012 - 01.2023
- Recognized as District Assistant Coach of the Year for 2016–2017 due to outstanding contributions.
- Assisted in coaching varsity team during practices, games, and tournaments, fostering team development and skill enhancement.
- Coached freshman team, designing practice plans and leading attendance at games and tournaments to promote athlete growth.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with student athletes and parents to create a supportive team environment.
- Managed and issued equipment, procedures and guidelines for student athletes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX01-2000
Skills
- Coordinating team initiatives
- Learning disability support
- Event planning
- Data tracking systems
- Budget managing and purchasing
- Software proficiency
- Program planning
- Communication skills
- Teacher collaboration
- One-on-one support
- Parental engagement
- Parent communication
- Flexibility as situations arise
- Adaptability
- Communicating
Timeline
Behavior Intervention Teacher
Kirbyville CISD
01.2024 - Current
Special Education Department Chair
Morton Ranch High School
01.2023 - Current
High School Special Education Teacher
Morton Ranch High School
01.2012 - 01.2023
Volleyball Coach
Morton Ranch High School and Current
01.2012 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Education
Sam Houston State University