Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Awards
Hobbies and Interests
Affiliations
Accomplishments
References
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Lisa James

Lisa James

Parkersburg,WV

Summary

Detail-oriented professional offering 20 years of experience in data analysis and process improvement. I am seeking a challenging role that requires me to help develop an organizational plan by identifying business needs, analyzing data, and recommending solutions. Qualified Business Intelligence Analyst versed in data mapping and user acceptance testing to solve complex problems in high-pressure environments. Activates strong analytical skills to investigate trends in large amounts of data and formulate conclusions based on findings. Excels at cultivating, managing and leveraging client relationships to foster extended engagements and business opportunities.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Algebra 2, Financial Algebra, Algebra 1, and Science Educator

Parkersburg South High School
Parkersburg, WV
08.2022 - Current
  • Design daily instruction based off data obtained through testing and questioning
  • M3T LIT Team Member – Partner with WVU
  • Collect data from students across the state
  • Analyze the data to determine areas of weakness
  • Create a plan to implement change
  • Reassess students to determine the impact of change
  • WV Numeracy Network – Focus on Algebra 2
  • Work with a team of experienced educators
  • Develop instructional plans that can be implemented across West Virginia
  • Plans are designed based of the needs of counties from across the state.

Algebra 2 Honors, Algebra 2 CP, and Algebra 1 Educator

Clover High School
Clover, SC
08.2019 - 07.2022
  • MTSS Math Intervention Specialist
  • Identify gaps in student learning based off testing
  • Developed programs to close the gap in student achievement
  • 100% of the students assigned to me achieved their yearly growth goal
  • MTSS team representative
  • I was the voice for the students assigned to me
  • I used data to provide evidence of growth and design curriculum to address their needs
  • Member of Cognia teachers as leaders’ team
  • I was chosen to speak on a panel about the academic growth in the school system
  • Mentor teacher for student teachers from Winthrop University and Columbia University
  • I worked with human resource to recruit teachers and assist them with beginning their career
  • Mentor teacher for new teachers to the profession and district.

Algebra 1 GT, Advanced Algebra, Pre-Algebra, and Science Educator

Oakridge Middle School
Clover, SC
08.2014 - 08.2019
  • Math department chair
  • I was the leader that collected data for the school based off assessments
  • I used the data to implement school wide change
  • The change increased student success by approximately 8%.

Math I and II Educator

Community House Middle School
Charlotte, NC
08.2012 - 08.2013
  • Developed lesson plans focused on state standards using Math I, II, and III guidelines
  • Won 2nd place in North Carolinas High School Mathematics Competition
  • Started the school’s first Lego Robotics Club.

Algebra 1 GT, Advanced Algebra, Pre-Algebra, and Science Educator

Clover Middle School
Clover, SC
08.2006 - 08.2012
  • SC Algebra 1 initiative participant
  • Human resources representative for Clover School District – Worked with the Schlecty Center
  • Team leader
  • Developed the summer school math and science programs
  • Cheerleading coach.

Science Educator

Southwest Middle School
Charlotte, NC
08.2005 - 08.2006
  • 1st year teacher of the year representative
  • Participated in the selection of new curriculum
  • Attended weekly and monthly meeting focused on first year teaching experiences.

Education

Special Education Cohort -

05.2021

Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction, Secondary Mathematics With electives focused on technology

Winthrop University
05.2009

Bachelor of Science Education - Middle Level Education, Mathematics, Science, and Reading

The University of Akron
05.2005

High School Education -

Doddridge County High School
01.1995

Completed my master’s plus 30 with an emphasis on technology -

Skills

  • Instruction and Leadership
  • STEM Project-Based Learning (PBL)
  • Classroom Technologies Integration
  • Documentation and Reporting
  • Lab Management
  • STEM Programs
  • Faculty Collaboration and Support
  • Technologies Integration
  • Group Project Coordination
  • Progress Evaluations
  • Student Records Management
  • Instructional Planning
  • Parent and Student Communication
  • Program and Classroom Management
  • Curriculum Development
  • Enforcing Rules and Expectations
  • Classroom Supervision
  • IEP Progress Tracking
  • Learning Style Accommodations
  • Learning Strategies
  • New Teacher Training
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Classroom Management
  • Online Instruction

Awards

Jessie William Little “Leading the Way” Award Nominee, Richard W. Riley College of Education, 2022 Teacher of Impact, Clover High School Wrestling Team, 2021 Finalist for First Year Teacher of the Year, Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools, 2006

Hobbies and Interests

  • Lifting
  • Running
  • Rock Climbing
  • Hiking

Affiliations

  • Hiking
  • Running
  • Kayaking
  • Rock Climbing
  • Lifting weights
  • Spending time with my family

Accomplishments

  • Jessie William Little “Leading the Way” Award Nominee
  • Teacher of Impact - Clover High School Wrestling Team
  • Finalist for First Year Teacher of the Year - Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Algebra 2, Financial Algebra, Algebra 1, and Science Educator

Parkersburg South High School
08.2022 - Current

Algebra 2 Honors, Algebra 2 CP, and Algebra 1 Educator

Clover High School
08.2019 - 07.2022

Algebra 1 GT, Advanced Algebra, Pre-Algebra, and Science Educator

Oakridge Middle School
08.2014 - 08.2019

Math I and II Educator

Community House Middle School
08.2012 - 08.2013

Algebra 1 GT, Advanced Algebra, Pre-Algebra, and Science Educator

Clover Middle School
08.2006 - 08.2012

Science Educator

Southwest Middle School
08.2005 - 08.2006

Special Education Cohort -

Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction, Secondary Mathematics With electives focused on technology

Winthrop University

Bachelor of Science Education - Middle Level Education, Mathematics, Science, and Reading

The University of Akron

High School Education -

Doddridge County High School

Completed my master’s plus 30 with an emphasis on technology -

Lisa James