Lisa Peterson
Hampstead,NH
Summary
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
9 Through 12 ELA and Social Sciences
The Arts Academy of New Hampshire
Salem, NH
08.2016 - 07.2024
- Created and implemented SS and ELA Curriculum for grades 9 through 12; Created and implemented curriculum for Honors English 11 and 12; 12th Graded English Composition/NHTI Dual Enrollment; Sociology, Psychology, Mythology, Film Studies; Created and implemented Sociology, Psychology, Mythology, and Creative Writing.
8th Grade Language Arts
Nathaniel Bowditch School
Salem, MA
09.2015 - 06.2016
- Collaborated with colleagues in weekly PLC; Designed lessons for multilevel students; Used the novel as a model for instruction.
Middle School Teacher
Timberlane Regional Middle School
Plaistow, NH
08.2010 - 06.2015
- Was part of an interdisciplinary team as the SS Teacher; Collaborated with and co-taught with a colleague; Redesigned SS Curriculum following the UBD model; Program Coordinator for At-Risk Youth; RTI Model for struggling readers; RTI Model for students needing enrichment using the co-teaching model; Wrote and directed plays for 6th graders.
7th and 8th Grade Speech/Drama and AVID Teacher
Los Lunas Middle School
Los Lunas, NM
08.2003 - 06.2010
- Created and implemented curriculum for the drama program; Wrote and directed plays for the community; Created performance standards for the drama program; Incorporated Shakespeare into instruction; Used MAP data to drive instruction; Followed the RTI model for struggling readers; Implemented the AVID program at LLMS; Created the class and wrote the curriculum for 8th Grade Advanced Drama.
7th Grade Humanities Teacher
Hudson School
Long Beach, CA
08.1999 - 06.2003
- Designed lessons using both History and English; Worked within the Gifted and Talented Program; Collaborated and co-taught with a colleague for 8th Grade Reading Development.
7th Grade US History and Language Arts
Los Lunas Middle School
Los Lunas, NM
08.1998 - 06.1999
- Designed lessons for US History from Revolution to WWII; Designed lessons for World History from the Renaissance to the Cold War.
English 9
Capital High School
Santa Fe, NM
08.1997 - 06.1998
- Collaborated and co-taught with a colleague; Created and implemented curriculum for 9th-grade English; Created and implemented curriculum for speech and performance.
Education
Master of Education - Curriculum & Instruction
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH11.2023
Intern, Education Program -
University of New Mexico Albuquerque
08.1998
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Maine At Machias
Machias, ME06.1997
Skills
- Content scheduling
- Community Engagement
- Social Media Strategy
- Multimedia storytelling
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Excellent Multitasking
Licensurecertification
- 05/01/10, Present, State of New Hampshire, Experienced Educator Certificate, English Education 5-12, Social Studies 5-12
- 08/01/03, 06/30/13, State of New Mexico, Level II Professional, 7-12 Secondary: Language Arts and Social Studies
- 11/01/00, 10/31/05, California Certification, Single Subject Credential, Language Arts and Social Studies
Timeline
9 Through 12 ELA and Social Sciences
The Arts Academy of New Hampshire
08.2016 - 07.2024
8th Grade Language Arts
Nathaniel Bowditch School
09.2015 - 06.2016
Middle School Teacher
Timberlane Regional Middle School
08.2010 - 06.2015
7th and 8th Grade Speech/Drama and AVID Teacher
Los Lunas Middle School
08.2003 - 06.2010
7th Grade Humanities Teacher
Hudson School
08.1999 - 06.2003
7th Grade US History and Language Arts
Los Lunas Middle School
08.1998 - 06.1999
English 9
Capital High School
08.1997 - 06.1998
Master of Education - Curriculum & Instruction
Southern New Hampshire University
Intern, Education Program -
University of New Mexico Albuquerque
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Maine At Machias