Lisa Winter
St. John's,Florida
Summary
Dedicated, resourceful, and goal-driven professional educator with a solid commitment to the social and academic growth development of every student. An accommodating and versatile individual with the talent to develop inspiring hands-on lessons that are aligned to the NYS Next Generation Learning Standards that will capture a childs imagination and breed success. Aptitude to remain flexible and to make connections between the content and students life experiences ensuring that every childs learning styles, interests and abilities are addressed. Superior interpersonal and communication skills to foster meaningful relationships with students, staff, and parents. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
ESE Resource Teacher
St John's County School District
St. Augustine, FL
08.2022 - Current
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Collaborated with over 25 educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.
IEP Coordinator
New York City Department Of Education
Far Rockaway, NY
09.2016 - 08.2022
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Coached and observed 20+ teachers to improve teaching techniques.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
- Supported general education teachers and administrators in implementing strategies to meet needs of students with IEPs.
- Proven record of developing and implementing school policies to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Formulated and implemented school safety and security policies.
- Monitored student achievement and gathered evidence to deliver individualized instruction and support aligned to student's goals.
- Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
- Developed and coordinated after-school programs and activities.
- Coordinated retrieval and distribution of student records from other schools and institutions.
- Managed budgets and resources for educational programs.
- Communicated with families to solicit input and share student social and academic progress.
- Determined student's initial eligibility for special education in collaboration with student, parents and general staff.
- Facilitated IEP meetings by using family-centered, strength-based approach.
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
- Evaluated 20+ person special education staff through classroom observation, feedback and recommendations.
- Collaborated with administration staff to develop functional budgets within allocated funds.
- Verified student grades, attendance and schedules.
- Interpreted and analyzed academic data to maintain student development and retention.
- Analyzed student assessment data to determine next steps.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Maintained contact with parents to address concerns and needs of children.
- Studied assessment information covering students, teachers and school operations to formulate improvement plans.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Provided professional development training to educate faculty and staff on laws and regulations governing special education.
Inclusion Teacher and Reading Facilitator
New York City Department Of Education
Elmhurst, NY
09.1998 - 09.2016
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Special Education Itinerant Teacher
Independent Contractor
New York, NY
01.2003 - 01.2010
- Contributions
- Prepares and implements Tier 2 and 3 interventions
- Provides reading and math interventions to at risk students
- Modifies both curriculum and tests for all subject and grade levels
- Adapts teaching methods and instructional material to meet students needs and interests
- Provides in class support for struggling students and children with learning disabilities
- Prepares individualized education plans that set goals for students in areas of reading, writing, and mathematics
- Differentiates instruction within special education and general education setting
- Schedules, writes, and conducts Individualized Educational Plans
- Collaborates with general education teachers, related service providers, and special education teachers
- Provides teacher support with curriculum delivery and student behavior management
- Works with classroom teachers to provide instruction for classified and non- classified students in and out of classroom
- Attends all initial IEP meetings for newly referred students
- Provides training to general education teachers regarding provision of accommodations and modifications for IEP students in full inclusion settings
- Organizes and validates all pertinent documentation and maintains compliance with federal requirements
- Leads activities that developed social and emotional growth.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
Education
Master of Science - School And District Leadership
Hunter College of The City University of New York
New York, NY05.2022
Master of Arts - Special Education
Touro College
New York, NY05.2003
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
New York Institute of Technology
Old Westbury, NY05.1999
Bachelor's of Science - Business Marketing With A Minor in Sociology
Queens College of The City of New York
Flushing, NY05.1994
Skills
- Interpersonal Relations
- Complex and Creative Problem-Solving
- Differentiated Instruction
- Educational Support
- Individualized Education Programs (IEP)
- Instructional Leadership
- Curriculum Planning
- School Community Relations
- Integrity and Strong Work Ethic
- Special Education
- IEP Development
Certification
Special Education Birth through Twelfth Grade
Elementary Education Pre K through 6th grade
School Building Leadership
School District Leadership
K-12 Reading Endorsement
Rewards-Reading Intervention
Orton-Gillingham
Quote
Don’t judge each day by the harvest you reap, but by the seeds you plant.
Robert Louis Stevenson
Timeline
ESE Resource Teacher
St John's County School District
08.2022 - Current
IEP Coordinator
New York City Department Of Education
09.2016 - 08.2022
Special Education Itinerant Teacher
Independent Contractor
01.2003 - 01.2010
Inclusion Teacher and Reading Facilitator
New York City Department Of Education
09.1998 - 09.2016
Master of Science - School And District Leadership
Hunter College of The City University of New York
Master of Arts - Special Education
Touro College
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
New York Institute of Technology
Bachelor's of Science - Business Marketing With A Minor in Sociology
Queens College of The City of New York
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