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Lisa Fontenot Ardoin

Eunice,LA

Summary

Dedicated Special Education Teacher focused on building students' strengths and confidence. Committed to providing students with firm guidelines, structure, routines and dependability to foster social and academic growth. Prepared to handle onsite, online, or blended instruction.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Evangeline Parish School Board
Ville Platte, LA
08.2023 - Current
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
  • Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
  • Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
  • Monitored the educational progress of each student according to established timelines.
  • Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
  • Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
  • Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
  • Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies for special education students.
  • Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
  • Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress.
  • Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
  • Assisted in the development of IEP goals based on data analysis.
  • Assisted with classroom observations to identify developmental delays and behavioral issues.

Special Education Paraprofessional

Evangeline Parish School Board
Ville Platte, LA
01.2023 - 07.2023
  • Supervised students during lunch periods, recesses, and field trips, ensuring their safety at all times.
  • Motivated students to achieve academic success while fostering an environment of respect and acceptance.
  • Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
  • Administered assessments as directed by teachers or other school personnel.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies designed by special education staff members.
  • Assisted teachers in creating and implementing Individualized Education Plans for students with special needs.

5th Grade Math Teacher/5th Grade Science Teacher

Evangeline Parish School Board
Ville Platte, LA
08.2022 - 12.2022
  • Conducted small group activities to reinforce mathematical concepts taught in class.
  • Utilized differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles in the classroom.
  • Advised parents on their child's academic progress through regular parent-teacher conferences.
  • Created a positive learning environment by establishing rules and expectations for behavior.
  • Prepared students for standardized tests such as state exams or end-of-grade assessments.
  • Maintained accurate records of student grades, attendance, assignments, and test scores.
  • Encouraged students to think critically about mathematical problems and apply problem-solving skills to real-world situations.
  • Assessed and evaluated student progress in mathematics using formative and summative assessments.

Reading Interventionist

Evangeline Parish School Board
Ville Platte, LA
08.2021 - 07.2022
  • Assessed student progress through formative and summative assessments.
  • Conducted assessments of student's reading abilities, including phonemic awareness and fluency.
  • Engaged students in activities that promoted critical thinking about text content and structure.
  • Employed a variety of strategies to motivate students who had difficulty staying focused during lessons.
  • Facilitated small group discussions among students related to texts they were studying.
  • Established positive and engaging classroom environment that was conducive to improving literacy skills.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Health And Human Performance

McNeese State University
Lake Charles, LA
12-1995

Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science

Louisiana State University At Eunice
Eunice, LA
05-1985

Skills

  • Individualized education plans
  • Behavior management
  • Progress monitoring
  • Curriculum adaptation
  • Assessment administration
  • Student engagement
  • Parent communication
  • Safety supervision

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Evangeline Parish School Board
08.2023 - Current

Special Education Paraprofessional

Evangeline Parish School Board
01.2023 - 07.2023

5th Grade Math Teacher/5th Grade Science Teacher

Evangeline Parish School Board
08.2022 - 12.2022

Reading Interventionist

Evangeline Parish School Board
08.2021 - 07.2022

Bachelor of Science - Health And Human Performance

McNeese State University

Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science

Louisiana State University At Eunice

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