Lisa Watts
Palmer
Summary
Dedicated educator with expertise in classroom management, differentiated instruction, and relationship building. Committed to fostering inclusive learning environments and enhancing student engagement.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Anchorage School District
Anchorage, AK
08.2009 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards and individual student needs.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Facilitated professional development workshops to share innovative teaching strategies and improve overall instructional quality.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Coordinated with language specialists to support English Language Learners, fostering more inclusive classroom.
- Designed curriculum materials for special education students, facilitating inclusive learning.
- Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Member of school-wide committees to help encourage staff participation.
- PBIS Coordinator; help develop and implement staff professional development presentations.
- Served as a Resource Teacher for nine years at two different schools.
Tutor/Director
Sylvan Learning Centre
Niceville, FL
12.2006 - 11.2008
- Developed individualized learning plans tailored to student needs and goals.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to improve academic performance.
- Implemented assessment tools to evaluate tutoring effectiveness and outcomes.
3rd Grade Teacher
Fowler School District
Glendale, AZ
07.2006 - 12.2006
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning and retention.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to support social and emotional development.
- Organized parent-teacher conferences to strengthen communication and encourage family involvement in education.
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Tempe Elementary School District No. 3
Tempe, AZ
08.2005 - 05.2006
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting student collaboration and respect.
- Developed tailored instructional materials to support diverse learning needs.
- Coordinated parent-teacher conferences to enhance family involvement in education process.
- Collaborated with colleagues to evaluate curriculum effectiveness and implement improvements.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing consistent expectations and consequences for improved focus and productivity.
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Bright Beginning Charter School
Chandler, AZ
08.2004 - 05.2005
- Boosted student engagement by creating a positive classroom environment that fostered collaboration and respect.
- Developed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and real-life connections, promoting critical thinking skills.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, involving them in their child''s education and fostering a supportive home-school partnership.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
Kindergarten Teacher
Terra Nova Academy
Phoenix, AZ
08.2003 - 05.2004
- Developed age-appropriate educational materials to enhance learning experiences in literacy and numeracy.
- 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.
Teacher
Advanced Education School
Lomita, CA
07.2001 - 06.2003
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZMaster of Arts - Education: Curriculum And Technology
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZMaster of Arts - Special Education
University of Alaska Anchorage
Anchorage, AK2017
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Parent-teacher communication
- Differentiated instruction
- Collaborative learning
- Curriculum implementation
- Student assessment
- Social-emotional learning training
- Elementary education
- Faculty collaboration
- Special education
- Serving diverse communities
- Standardized testing
- Test proctoring
- Alaska teaching credential
- Empathy and patience
Timeline
Teacher
Anchorage School District
08.2009 - Current
Tutor/Director
Sylvan Learning Centre
12.2006 - 11.2008
3rd Grade Teacher
Fowler School District
07.2006 - 12.2006
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Tempe Elementary School District No. 3
08.2005 - 05.2006
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Bright Beginning Charter School
08.2004 - 05.2005
Kindergarten Teacher
Terra Nova Academy
08.2003 - 05.2004
Teacher
Advanced Education School
07.2001 - 06.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Arizona State University
Master of Arts - Education: Curriculum And Technology
University of Phoenix
Master of Arts - Special Education
University of Alaska Anchorage
Awards
2026 Excellence in Education Recipient, awarded by the Eagle River/Chugiak Chamber.