Lisa Lisius
Essexville,MI
Summary
Educational leader with over fifteen years of experience in instructional coaching, curriculum development, and intervention planning for K–11 education. Successfully designed and implemented a schoolwide Orton-Gillingham literacy program, enhancing student outcomes. Skilled in coaching educators, promoting inclusive classrooms, and leveraging data for informed decision-making. Recognized for leadership in addressing schoolwide challenges and fostering collaborative, equity-focused environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dean of Curriculum/Instruction & Teacher
State Street Academy
Bay City, MI
07.2016 - Current
- Served in multiple leadership roles including Acting Administrator, providing building-level leadership, staff management, and family communication.
- Led curriculum alignment and instructional planning schoolwide, ensuring high-quality teaching across grade levels and content areas.
- Designed and implemented a schoolwide early literacy program using the Orton-Gillingham approach; trained and coached staff.
- Mentored and coached teachers in evidence-based instructional strategies and classroom management.
- Facilitated intervention systems and student support teams, collaborating to address academic, behavioral, and SEL needs.
- Promoted equity and inclusion by creating and supporting enrichment programs such as band, drama, and robotics.
- Assumed administrative duties such as student discipline, attendance management, staff supervision, and IEP/504 meetings.
- Spearheaded and executed introduction of key programs including band, drama, and robotics.
Associate Director/Trainer
Children's Dyslexia Center- GLBR
Bay City, MI
06.2016 - 05.2024
- Completed intensive Orton-Gillingham-based tutor certification and advanced tutor training.
- Provided 1:1 structured literacy instruction to students with dyslexia using multisensory, evidence-based methods.
- Promoted to Trainer role: led training for new tutors, conducted classroom observations, and provided feedback to ensure fidelity to instructional methods.
- Oversaw student assessments and progress monitoring to inform instruction and evaluate program effectiveness.
- Collaborated in center management, including scheduling, student placement, communication with families, and supporting daily operations.
Lead GSRP Teacher
Bay City Public Schools
Bay City, MI
09.2013 - 07.2016
- Led instruction and daily operations for a state-funded preschool program, ensuring alignment with GSRP standards, licensing requirements, and readiness benchmarks.
- Strengthened school-home connections through regular family engagement activities, home visits, and parent-teacher conferences.
- Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
Middle School Science/Mathematics Teacher
North Carolina Public Schools
, NC
01.2010 - 06.2013
- Elevated student performance on End of Grade exams, supporting numerous successful first-time passes
- Differentiated instruction to support diverse learners, including students with IEPs and English Language Learners.
- Integrated formative assessment practices to drive instruction and improve student outcomes.
- Built strong relationships with families and contributed to school-wide initiatives and PLCs.
Education
Educational Leadership
#LEAD Charter School Leaders Program
01-2025
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Saginaw Valley State University
Bay City, MI05-2016
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Saginaw Valley State University
Bay City, MI05-2009
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Instructional leadership
- Classroom management
- Teacher mentoring
- Data analysis
- Strategic planning
Accomplishments
- 2024 Michigan American Legion Teacher of the Year
- Robotics Coach- 2 time District Finalist and State Finals invite 2025
- REMC 6 member since 2017
Certification
- ES- Admin K-12
- ZS- Early Childhood/Special Ed
- ZG- Elementary K-5 All Subjects
- DI- Integrated Science K-8
- IMSLEC accredited Dyslexia Practitioner 1 & 2, and Trainer
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Dean of Curriculum/Instruction & Teacher
State Street Academy
07.2016 - Current
Associate Director/Trainer
Children's Dyslexia Center- GLBR
06.2016 - 05.2024
Lead GSRP Teacher
Bay City Public Schools
09.2013 - 07.2016
Middle School Science/Mathematics Teacher
North Carolina Public Schools
01.2010 - 06.2013
Educational Leadership
#LEAD Charter School Leaders Program
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Saginaw Valley State University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Saginaw Valley State University