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Lisa Pearson

Newburgh,IN

Summary

Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Warrick County School Corporation, excelling in classroom management and lesson planning. Proven track record of enhancing student engagement and academic progress through tailored instruction and effective communication with parents. Committed to fostering a growth mindset and implementing innovative teaching strategies to meet diverse learning needs.

Work History

Middle School Teacher

Warrick County School Corporation
  • Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
  • Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
  • Utilized various technology platforms to enhance virtual learning experiences during remote instruction periods, ensuring continued academic progress despite challenging circumstances.
  • Enhanced classroom management and fostered a positive learning environment through consistent communication with students, parents, and colleagues.

ESL Tutor

Warrick County School Corporation
  • Enhanced students'' English language skills by developing comprehensive lesson plans focused on grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation.
  • Implemented creative teaching strategies tailored to various learning styles to maximize student comprehension and retention of material.
  • Boosted student confidence in English communication by providing personalized feedback and guidance on written and spoken tasks.
  • Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions addressing individual student concerns outside of regular class hours.
  • Established clear objectives for each lesson plan resulting in measurable improvements in reading comprehension over time.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with parents or guardians to keep them informed about their child''s progress in the program.
  • Collaborated with fellow ESL tutors to share best practices, resources, and techniques for successful language instruction.
  • Adapted lessons to accommodate students with diverse cultural backgrounds, learning abilities, and prior experience in English language instruction.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities ensuring an up-to-date knowledge of current trends in ESL education methodologies.
  • Evaluated student progress through regular performance reviews, adjusting future lesson plans accordingly to address identified areas for growth.
  • Tracked student progress through regular assessments, adjusting teaching methods to address individual learning needs.

Middle School Librarian

Warrick County School Corporation
  • Assisted with grant applications to secure funding for library upgrades and additional resources, enhancing the overall quality of the facility.
  • Developed outreach programs designed to engage reluctant readers and encourage lifelong reading habits among middle school students.
  • Promoted digital citizenship through lessons on responsible internet use, privacy protection, and online etiquette among middle school students.
  • Developed strong relationships with local community organizations to promote literacy events and encourage partnerships with the school''s library program.

Dyslexia Interventionist

Warrick County School Corporation
  • Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
  • Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
  • Utilized various technology platforms to enhance virtual learning experiences during remote instruction periods, ensuring continued academic progress despite challenging circumstances.
  • Enhanced classroom management and fostered a positive learning environment through consistent communication with students, parents, and colleagues.

Education

Teaching English As A Second Language - ESL Education

Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN

Dyslexia Training

OrtonGillingham Dyslexia Training

Library Science -

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Evansville, IN

Bachelor Of Education - Elementary Education

University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, IN

Master Of Education -

Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Lesson planning
  • Learning assessments
  • Growth mindset
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Curriculum development
  • Problem-solving skills

Timeline

Middle School Teacher

Warrick County School Corporation

ESL Tutor

Warrick County School Corporation

Middle School Librarian

Warrick County School Corporation

Dyslexia Interventionist

Warrick County School Corporation

Teaching English As A Second Language - ESL Education

Indiana Wesleyan University

Dyslexia Training

OrtonGillingham Dyslexia Training

Library Science -

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana

Bachelor Of Education - Elementary Education

University of Southern Indiana

Master Of Education -

Indiana Wesleyan University
Lisa Pearson