Lisa Wandell
Muir,MI
Summary
Capable educator with over 27 years of experience in classroom teaching roles for 3rd, 4th, and 6th grades. Excellent classroom management, lecturing and behavior enhancement skills. Collaborative in working with teachers, administrators and specialists to support all students' needs. Hardworking, organized, motivated and passionate teacher committed to academic and social success of every student. Dedicated educator offering friendly and relatable approach and highly-motivated with desire to take on new challenges. Experienced with guiding students with proven teaching methods and positive interactions. Kind and caring attitude when communicating with children and adults.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
6th Grade Teacher
Ionia Public Schools
Ionia, MI
08.2018 - Current
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain a productive classroom environment.
- Actively participated in faculty meetings, committees, and other school initiatives.
- Assessed student performance utilizing formative and summative assessments.
- Monitored student progress throughout the year and provided timely feedback on assignments.
- Managed consistent, learning-focused classroom environments by establishing and communicating clear objectives for students.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices and strategies for teaching 6th grade content areas.
- Devised lesson plans aligned with curriculum and met varying student needs.
- Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
4th Grade Elementary Teacher
Ionia Public Schools
Ionia, MI
08.1997 - 06.2018
- Created and implemented lesson plans to foster student understanding of core subject areas.
- Developed and administered assessments to gauge student progress in reading, writing, mathematics, science, social studies and other curricular areas.
- Conducted parent and teacher conferences to discuss students' academic performance and behavior issues.
- Established positive relationships with students through consistent communication with parents and guardians.
- Encouraged students to reach their full potential by providing them with appropriate challenges.
- Participated in professional development workshops focused on best practices for elementary education.
- Employed positive reinforcement techniques when managing student behaviors.
- Implemented multiple methods to improve student educational success.
- Maintained safe, clean and organized classroom environment.
3rd Grade Teacher
Ionia Public Schools
Ionia, MI
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Provided differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all learners in a 3rd grade classroom.
- Assessed student progress through formative and summative assessments.
- Collaborated with colleagues, parents, and administration to ensure student success.
- Developed positive relationships with students by providing a safe learning environment.
- Facilitated small group instruction for targeted skill development.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance.
- Implemented best practices in literacy instruction including phonics, spelling, writing, and reading comprehension.
Education
Master of Arts - Reading
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI08-2000
Bachelor of Science - Education
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI12-1995
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Lansing Community College
Lansing, MI05-1993
Skills
- Student Engagement
- Student Support
- IEP familiarity
- Organizational ability
- Progress Monitoring
- Classroom Management
- Verbal and written communication
- Team Collaboration
- Problem-solving skills
- Classroom Instruction
- Student rapport building
- Curriculum Development
Certification
- Trained in the Language! Program
- ELA Committee member for 4th grade teachers in IPS
- Member of Hair On Fire ELA Committee group at Ionia ISD
- Capturing Kids Hearts Training
- Highly Effective (or Distinguished Teacher) since 2011-2012 school year
Additional Educational and Student Activities
- Mentor Teacher
- Supervising Teacher for 3 Student Teachers
- After school Tutoring at Ionia Middle School
References
- Dayna Ellis (Twin Rivers Principal during my years from 2000-2018) Phone: 616-902-1667
- Ryan Mitchell (Current IMS Principal) Phone: 616-826-0504
- Jennifer Riccius (Teaching Colleague at IMS 2018-2023) Phone: 616-755-3481
- Amber Proctor (Team Teacher at IMS) Phone: 989-763-2983
Timeline
6th Grade Teacher
Ionia Public Schools
08.2018 - Current
3rd Grade Teacher
Ionia Public Schools
08.2016 - 06.2017
4th Grade Elementary Teacher
Ionia Public Schools
08.1997 - 06.2018
Master of Arts - Reading
Central Michigan University
Bachelor of Science - Education
Central Michigan University
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Lansing Community College
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