Liza C. Anderson
Eden Prairie
Summary
To secure a full-time secondary Family & Consumer Science teaching position where I can utilize my experience, skills, and commitment to student success and inclusive education.
Innovative F CS Teacher bringing 3 years background instructing students. Expertise in classroom oversight, course planning and behavior management. Successful at collaborating with teachers, administrative leaders and support specialists to meet individual student needs. Committed to encouraging higher-order thinking to increase student performance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family & Consumer Science Teacher
Eden Prairie Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Teaching 9-12th Grades in Food Fundamentals, Fashion Design & Merchandising, Advanced Fashion & Sustainability, Interior Design, Peer Insights(Inclusion Class), Independent Living
- Quiz Bowl Advisor-2 years & Insights Prom Chair-2 years
Special Education Paraprofessional
Eden Prairie Schools
01.2018 - 08.2023
- Assisting classroom teachers, working with students of all abilities, provide behavior support including behavior modification, help students integrate socially, maintain high level of confidentiality, modify lesson plans/homework/tests for students
Client Services Manager
Teachers On Call; A Kelly Services Company
01.2018 - 01.2023
- Manage client relationships, first point of contact for school district needs and resolutions, training and onboarding of new clients, prepare weekly, quarterly, annual reports, work with multi-state regional offices to maintain relationships improve operations
Placement Service Provider
Teachers On Call; A Kelly Services Company
01.2018 - 01.2023
- Schedule substitute teachers and support staff for schools in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Arizona, support clients and staff in daily operations, troubleshooting, manage all aspects of teacher database using Avionte and Absence Management
Style Team Member
Target
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Provided guest assistance in a kind and courteous manner, work together with a diverse team, fast paced, ability to make decisions and execute them while maintaining professionalism
Education
BA - Individualized Studies
Metropolitan University
St. Paul, MinnesotaGraduate Studies - Education
Minnesota State Mankato
Mankato, Minnesota07-2026
Skills
- Diversity & Inclusion
- Creating Opportunities for Students
- Quick Thinking/Problem Solving
- Service Excellence
- Ability to Build Rapport
- Trusting Relationships
- Communication
- Faculty collaboration and support
- Inquiry-based learning
- Technology integration
- Classroom management
- Curriculum development
Certification
- Licensed in 5-12 Grades in state of Minnesota; Tier 2 licensure
- Tier 3 licensure expected July 1, 2026
- Tier 4 Qualifications at conclusion of Masters in Education.
Timeline
Family & Consumer Science Teacher
Eden Prairie Schools
08.2023 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Eden Prairie Schools
01.2018 - 08.2023
Client Services Manager
Teachers On Call; A Kelly Services Company
01.2018 - 01.2023
Placement Service Provider
Teachers On Call; A Kelly Services Company
01.2018 - 01.2023
Style Team Member
Target
01.2016 - 01.2018
Graduate Studies - Education
Minnesota State Mankato
BA - Individualized Studies
Metropolitan University
Additional Work Experience
- Customer service experience in hospitality, travel, call centers, and nonprofits
- Volunteer leadership roles, including managing volunteers, event coordinator, and fundraising on behalf of non-profit organizations
- Administrative Support
- High School Athletic Events
- Tutoring and mentoring Students