Lizanne Schmidt
Churchville,PA
Summary
Dedicated and passionate educator with proven track record successfully leading student discussions and providing individualized instruction. Communicates effectively with administrators, faculty and parents. Well versed in educational standards and innovative teaching methods.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Long Term Substitute
Wrightstown Elementary
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a safe and respectful atmosphere for all students.
- Improved student comprehension by tailoring teaching methods to individual learning styles.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans, enhancing students'' critical thinking skills.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to design interdisciplinary lessons, promoting well-rounded learning experiences.
- Maintained open lines of communication with parents regarding student progress and any issues that arose during the school year.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Increased overall class participation by fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
Building Substitute Teacher
Churchville Elementary
03.2024 - 04.2024
- Established high expectations for all learners, fostering a growth mindset that encouraged persistent effort toward academic goals.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Incorporated technology into learning to enhance student engagement and learning.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Researched and selected age-appropriate materials and resources for classroom instruction.
Daily Substitute Teacher
ESS
02.2024 - 03.2024
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Fostered a sense of community within the classroom by encouraging collaboration among students during group work activities.
- Supported special education inclusion efforts by modifying assignments and providing accommodations as needed for students with disabilities.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through effective communication and active listening techniques.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
Paraprofessional Learning Support Classroom
09.2017 - 02.2024
- Develop and teach lessons to small group and individual students
- Support for students in inclusive settings
- Collect data to be included in Comprehensive Evaluation Report
- Assess and collect data to monitor progress toward IEP goals
- Support classroom teacher in daily classroom activities
- Complete student's parent communication log on a daily basis.
Stay at Home Mom
Stay At Home Mom
07.2007 - 09.2017
- Responsible for the growth and development of two girls
- In charge of maintaining two homes
- Caring for my elderly grandmother and her health needs.
Paraprofessional Autistic Classroom
Montgomery County Intermediate Unit
01.2005 - 07.2007
- Develop and teach lessons to small group and individual students
- Support for students in inclusive settings
- Collect data to be included in Comprehensive Evaluation Report
- Assess and collect data to monitor progress toward IEP goals
- Complete student's parent communication log on a daily basis.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
Education
Skills
- Educational assistant
- Special education
- Classroom support
- Lesson planning
- Elementary education
- Teacher support
- Group and individual instruction
- Behavior improvements
- Student Records management
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Documentation
- Student Engagement
- Positive Reinforcement
- Motivation Techniques
- Relationship building and management
- Behavior Management
Affiliations
- 09/2013 - 09/2017, Volunteer as a Homeroom Mom/Classroom Helper
- 10/1995 - 11/2019, Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association Basketball Official
- 05/2013 - 06/2018, Secretary of Philadelphia Women's Board
Timeline
Long Term Substitute
Wrightstown Elementary
04.2024 - 06.2024
Building Substitute Teacher
Churchville Elementary
03.2024 - 04.2024
Daily Substitute Teacher
ESS
02.2024 - 03.2024
Paraprofessional Learning Support Classroom
09.2017 - 02.2024
Stay at Home Mom
Stay At Home Mom
07.2007 - 09.2017
Paraprofessional Autistic Classroom
Montgomery County Intermediate Unit
01.2005 - 07.2007