Lori Westphal
Groveland,FL
Summary
Professional educator with proven track record of nurturing young minds and creating engaging lesson plans that align with educational standards. Consistently recognized for ability to work effectively with colleagues to achieve educational goals and adapt to dynamic classroom settings. Known for strong organizational skills, effective communication, and passion for student development.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
2nd/3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Lake County Virtual School
08.2020 - Current
- Taught core subjects of math, science, and physical education through Zoom.
- Provided small group differentiated instruction and interventions based on student needs, using a multi-tiered approach.
- Provided timely feedback on assignments, fostering student growth and improvement through constructive criticism.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Teacher
Astatula Elementary/Rimes Early Learning Center
08.2007 - 07.2020
- Increased parent involvement in their child's education through regular progress reports and parent-teacher conferences.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents, specialists, and support services to ensure comprehensive support for all students' needs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in Deaf education and continually improve teaching effectiveness.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formal assessments, informal observations, and data analysis to inform instructional decisions.
- Created engaging lesson plans that incorporated a variety of subjects such as math, science, social studies, and language arts, in self-contained multi-grade level classroom specifically adapted for Deaf or Hard of Hearing learners.
- Developed innovative teaching strategies to accommodate various learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
Deaf Education Itinerant Teacher
Lake County Schools
08.2003 - 07.2007
- Supported students with hearing loss by implementing appropriate modifications and accommodations, ensuring their full access to the curriculum in a variety of mainstream settings grades Pre K-12th grade.
- Advocated for appropriate accommodations and modifications based on each student's unique needs and abilities.
- Developed individualized education plans for students with hearing loss, ensuring compliance with federal regulations.
- Maintained detailed records of student progress towards goals, allowing for targeted intervention when necessary.
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Teacher
Volusia County Schools
08.1992 - 07.2023
- Led workshops for general education teachers on strategies for working with Deaf and Hard of Hearing students in inclusive settings.
- Mentored new Deaf and Hard of Hearing teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance on effective teaching methods.
- Instructed students with hearing loss in both self-contained and inclusion settings.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with hearing loss.
Education
Master of Education - Education of Deaf And Hard of Hearing
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA08.1992
Accomplishments
- Lake County District Teacher of the Year 2011
- SAC Team Member and President
- Served on the Governor's Student Growth Implementation Committee for Race to the Top
- TEAM Expert
- District TEAM Committee
- Techcon at Astatula Elementary
- Grant Writer
Certification
Deaf or Hard of Hearing K-12
Exceptional Student Education K-12
Elementary Education K-6
English for Speakers of Other Languages K-12
Reading Endorsement
National Board Certification (2002-2022)
Timeline
2nd/3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Lake County Virtual School
08.2020 - Current
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Teacher
Astatula Elementary/Rimes Early Learning Center
08.2007 - 07.2020
Deaf Education Itinerant Teacher
Lake County Schools
08.2003 - 07.2007
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Teacher
Volusia County Schools
08.1992 - 07.2023
Master of Education - Education of Deaf And Hard of Hearing
University of Pittsburgh
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