Lisa Zadworny
Leeds,MA
Summary
Focused and motivated classroom teacher of 38 years, passionate about promoting inclusion, scaffolding curriculum, critical thinking skills and student development. Skillful in managing classroom environments and student behavior with positive and proactive strategies. Excellent communication, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Sunderland Elementary School
Sunderland, MA
08.1998 - Current
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet academic standards.
- Provided individualized instruction to students with diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Fostered positive relationships with parents and guardians by providing regular updates on student performance.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills through the use of questioning strategies and problem-solving activities.
- Promoted cooperative learning among students through team building exercises and group projects.
- Utilized technology for instructional purposes such as online research, multimedia presentations.
- Assisted in the development of Individual Education Plans for special needs students.
- Created a safe environment that was conducive to learning by establishing clear expectations for behavior.
- Incorporated differentiated instruction strategies based on individual student interests, strengths and weaknesses.
- Facilitated meaningful discussions about current events topics relevant to course material.
- Oversaw class field trips to keep students safe and educate about related topics.
- Instructed students in standardized subjects as well as general learning strategies and skills for social development and character.
- Handled challenging classroom behaviors with positive and affirming techniques.
- Arranged field trips as tool to provide students with real-world experiences.
- Instructed students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
- Provided positive feedback with emphasis on learning from mistakes to establish solid foundation for progress.
Customer Service Cashier
Whole Foods Market Inc
Hadley, MA
04.2020 - Current
- Greeted customers and provided friendly customer service.
- Operated cash registers to process payments for goods and services.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Assisted customers with locating merchandise within the store.
Teacher/Interim Director
Nonotuck Community Child Care
Northampton, MA
09.1985 - 08.1989
- Worked as the interim director of the child care center
- Developed a full day kindergarten curriculum that was approved by the state of MA
- Implemented the full day kindergarten curriculum
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Taught children from 2-6 years of age
Education
Post BA Teacher Certification
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Amherst, MA05-1986
Linguistics
Hampshire College
Amherst, MA05-1985
Skills
- SEI endorsed
- Responsive Classroom endorsed
- CPI trained
- Team Collaboration
- Student mediator
- Mentor teacher to student teachers
- Mentor teacher to new staff
- Run before school math club for students and families
- Curriculum development
- Curriculum pilot
- Inclusive classroom teacher
Timeline
Customer Service Cashier
Whole Foods Market Inc
04.2020 - Current
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Sunderland Elementary School
08.1998 - Current
Teacher/Interim Director
Nonotuck Community Child Care
09.1985 - 08.1989
Post BA Teacher Certification
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Linguistics
Hampshire College
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