Lisa Schaffer
Omaha,NE
Summary
Dedicated educator with strengths in student engagement, classroom management, and differentiated instruction. Proven ability to create a positive learning environment and foster academic growth through tailored lesson plans and effective communication.
Compassionate and adaptable teaching professional with over 15 years of experience in elementary education. Skilled in implementing positive reinforcement strategies and culturally sensitive instruction to meet diverse student needs. Committed to enhancing student learning outcomes through effective collaboration with parents and colleagues.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Long Term Substitute
Millard Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Implemented lesson plans in accordance with curriculum guidelines to enhance student learning experiences.
- Maintained classroom management to create a productive and respectful learning environment.
- Collaborated with teachers to adapt instructional materials for diverse student needs.
- Provided individualized support to students, fostering academic growth and confidence.
- Monitored student progress, offering feedback and encouragement to enhance performance.
- Assisted in the administration of assessments, ensuring accurate data collection for evaluations.
- Developed positive relationships with students and staff, promoting a supportive school culture.
- Participated in professional development workshops to refine teaching strategies and methodologies.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a safe and respectful atmosphere for all students.
- Maintained open lines of communication with parents regarding student progress and any issues that arose during the school year.
Kindergarten Teacher
St. Stephen the Martyr
02.2001 - 05.2018
- Designed engaging lesson plans that fostered creativity and critical thinking in young learners.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with parents to support student development and address individual needs.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and tailored instruction accordingly.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments to inform instructional decisions.
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
05-1995
Skills
- Student engagement
- Positive reinforcement
- Cultural sensitivity
- Subject matter expertise
- Verbal and written communication
- Classroom management
- Lesson plan implementation
- Classroom organization
- Differentiated instruction
Timeline
Long Term Substitute - Millard Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher - St. Stephen the Martyr
02.2001 - 05.2018
Regis University - Bachelor of Arts, Elementary Education