LISA MICHELLE RIGHTS
Substitute Teacher
La Jolla,CA
Summary
Dedicated Elementary School Teacher experienced in engaging students through interactive lessons and fostering positive classroom environments. Exhibited adaptability and effective classroom management, contributing to enhanced student participation and learning outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher for K-5th graders
San Diego Unified School District
09.1996 - Current
- Over 20 years experience as a substitute teacher at the elementary level.
- Demonstrated strong organizational skills by developing targeted lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs.
- Experienced in teaching various curriculums with a specialty for lower elementary grades.
- Created engaging project work for art, social studies, and science, enhancing student learning and creativity.
- Served as the reading support instructor at Euclid Elementary School in 2002. Provided instructional literacy support and taught small groups in grades 1st, 4th, and 5th through shared and guided reading experiences.
- Provided letters of recommendation to support candidate applications.
Substitute Teacher and Reading Specialist
Barnard Mandarin Magnet Elementary School
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Supported K-5th grade students struggling with phonics, reading, mathematics, and language, and assisted with book reports to enhance their learning. A lot of the students were dyslexic. Tutored Adrian, a second grader from Ukraine, in spelling and vocabulary to improve his language acquisition.
- Facilitated engaging lesson plans to support diverse learning styles and promote student participation.
- Adapted instructional materials for various grade levels, ensuring accessibility and comprehension for all students.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment and minimize disruptions.
Resident Substitute Teacher
Cabrillo Elementary
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Taught reading, math, science, language, spelling, social studies, and art to engage K – 4th grade students in comprehensive learning.
- Delivered engaging lesson plans to diverse student groups, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet individual student needs and learning styles effectively.
- Maintained classroom discipline and encouraged positive behavior through consistent reinforcement strategies.
Inclusion Aide
YMCA Youth Centerand Family Services
San Diego, CA
08.2012 - 10.2012
- Facilitated inclusion strategies to enhance participation of children with varying abilities in program activities.
- Collaborated with educators to create adaptive learning environments tailored to individual needs and strengths.
- Supported diverse youth in developing social skills through structured activities and individualized attention.
- Mentored junior aides on best practices for engagement, behavior management, and support techniques.
Education
Certificate of Completion - Substitute Teaching Training Program
San Diego Office of Education
San Diego, CA11-1999
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Arts and Sciences, Liberal Studies (Education)
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA12-1981
Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential - Liberal Studies
San Diego State University
San Diego, CASkills
- Classroom instruction
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Behavior management
- Student engagement
- Behavior reinforcement
- Group and individual instruction
- Creative teaching
- Classroom organization
- Written communication
- Adaptable
- Behavior modeling
- Relationship management
Certification
California Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential, December 1982
Timeline
Substitute Teacher and Reading Specialist
Barnard Mandarin Magnet Elementary School
09.2022 - 06.2023
Resident Substitute Teacher
Cabrillo Elementary
09.2021 - 06.2022
Inclusion Aide
YMCA Youth Centerand Family Services
08.2012 - 10.2012
Substitute Teacher for K-5th graders
San Diego Unified School District
09.1996 - Current
Certificate of Completion - Substitute Teaching Training Program
San Diego Office of Education
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Arts and Sciences, Liberal Studies (Education)
San Diego State University
Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential - Liberal Studies
San Diego State University
SUMMARY
- San Diego Unified School District
- Substitute Teacher for K-5th graders
- Over 20 years experience as a substitute teacher at the elementary level.
- Strong organizational skills with excellent ability to develop specific lesson plans.
- Experienced in teaching various curriculums with a specialty for lower elementary grades.
- Created special project work for the subjects in art, social studies and science.
- Assigned as the reading support instructor at Euclid Elementary School in 2002. Provided instructional literacy support and taught small groups in grades 1st, 4th and 5th through shared and guided reading experience. I also conducted small group test preparation (1st, 4th, 5th).
- Letters of recommendation available upon request.