Lori Ismay
Middletown,RI
Summary
Science Teacher experienced with teaching a variety of grades and ages. Encourages student enthusiasm for learning through individual connections and motivators. Empowers students through interactive learning, fun and educational lessons and exciting science demonstrations.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Building Based Substitute Teacher
Middletown High School
09.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support.
- Showed flexibility in variety of daily schedules and subject areas.
Homeschool Teacher
Homeschooling
03.2020 - 06.2024
- Managed homeschool schedules effectively, balancing extracurricular activities with academic requirements for well-rounded development.
- Researched and chose appropriate curriculum to meet children's abilities and grade levels.
- Adapted teaching methods and lesson plans to changing student needs.
Substitute Teacher
Andersen Air Force Base Elementary School
08.2010 - 12.2011
- 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.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
Secondary School Science Teacher
Fleming Island High School
08.2006 - 06.2009
- General science teacher in a co-taught classroom.
- Taught pre-AICE Biology.
- Created a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Followed IEP and 504 plans.
- Improved student engagement through incorporating hands-on experiments and real-world examples in lessons.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology Education
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL05.2006
Skills
- Lesson Planning
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Inquiry-based learning
- Microsoft Office
- Faculty Collaboration and Support
- Technology Integration
Certification
- Certified Secondary Grades Biology (7-12), Rhode Island Department of Education April 2024- July 2027
- Certified Biology (6-12), Florida Department of Education July 2006- June 2011
- Certified Middle Grades Integrated Curriculum (5-9), Florida Department of Education July 2006- June 2011
Additional Information
MOPS Deep Creek Church Steering Team Member
Chesapeake, Va 2017-2020
- Discussion group leader for MOPS members.
- Coordinated meal train for new mothers in the group.
- Organized catering at each meeting.
- Created welcome gifts to new members each year.
Navy Ombudsman for Naval Air Station Whidbey Island
Oak Harbor, Wa 2014-2016
- Helped military family members during major life events such as deployments, relocation and crises.
- Provided information on local resources to new families.
- Served as a liaison between 500 sailors and their families and the command.
- Reported directly to the commanding officer of Naval Station Whidbey Island.
Timeline
Building Based Substitute Teacher
Middletown High School
09.2024 - Current
Homeschool Teacher
Homeschooling
03.2020 - 06.2024
Substitute Teacher
Andersen Air Force Base Elementary School
08.2010 - 12.2011
Secondary School Science Teacher
Fleming Island High School
08.2006 - 06.2009
Bachelor of Science - Biology Education
Florida State University
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