Lisa Laud
Dyer
Summary
Talented Special Education Teacher focused on meeting student academic and emotional needs. Compassionate and caring in delivery of personalized, hands-on support and lessons targeted to specific learning needs and strengths. Leverages strong communication skills and patient nature to provide positive reinforcement in team-based, structured environments.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Crown Point Christian School
St. John
08.2014 - Current
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
- Facilitated small group instruction tailored for individual student needs.
- Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Attended parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
Paraprofessional
Elim Christian School
Palos Heights
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Supported classroom teacher with daily instruction and management of student activities.
- Planned and led activities to develop students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
- Assisted with implementation of student's individualized IEP at discretion and direction of teachers and administrators.
- Assisted in the implementation of educational programs for special needs children.
Special Education Teacher
Highland Christian School
Highland
08.2001 - 06.2005
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
- Facilitated small group instruction tailored for individual student needs.
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Attended parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
5th and 6th Grade Teacher
Sutton Christian School
Sutton
08.1999 - 06.2001
- Maintained a safe classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Provided positive feedback with emphasis on learning from mistakes to establish solid foundation for progress.
- Provided support for students struggling with concepts and assignments.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans in line with state curriculum standards.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education And Special Education
Dordt University
Sioux Center, IA05-1999
Skills
- Individual education plans
- Behavior management
- Emotional support
- Behavior modifications
- Parent communication
- Autism spectrum
- Student support
- Small group instruction
- Collaboration with educators
Certification
- Licensed in Indiana as an elementary teacher with an endorsement in Mild intervenions
- Licensed teacher in Illinois in grades K-9
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Crown Point Christian School
08.2014 - Current
Paraprofessional
Elim Christian School
08.2013 - 06.2014
Special Education Teacher
Highland Christian School
08.2001 - 06.2005
5th and 6th Grade Teacher
Sutton Christian School
08.1999 - 06.2001
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education And Special Education
Dordt University
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