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Lisa Holden

Calhoun

Summary

Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with with solid history of successfully stepping into diverse classroom environments and supporting students with discussions and activities. Implement intervention strategies and discipline management techniques to enhance student success. Trained in attendance, assessment, grading requirements, and setting IEP goals. Hardworking and energetic individual with excellent communication and supervisory skills.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

ESOL Lead Teacher

Calhoun High School
08.2017 - 06.2024

*Increased student involvement in program offerings through strategic redesign of program processes and methods.
*Chose optimum curriculum for each class and devised creative daily lesson plans to meet requirements and needs of different learners.

*Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
*Developed and optimized rich learning environment by capitalizing on diverse engagement strategies and enriching teaching techniques.
*Introduced new software into classrooms, enhancing student comprehension and improving test scores.
*Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
*Maintained ESOL Paperwork for all students. Scheduled and conducted ACCESS Testing for ESOL Students.
*Provided Professional Learning to staff. Organized student helpers for ESOL Newcomers.

Teacher (First Grade and 2nd Grade ESS)

Calhoun Primary School
08.2009 - 08.2017

*Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
*Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.

*Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.

*Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.

*Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.

*Sourced supplies to fill gaps in student activities.

*Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
*Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.

*Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
*Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.

*Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.

*Prepared IEPs and conducted IEP meetings.

Teacher (Kindergarten, First Grade,EIP)

EASTSIDE PRIMARY SCHOOL
09.1997 - 07.2001

*Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet state standards.
*Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.

*Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
*Maintained a safe learning environment for students

*Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
*Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed general students as well as those with individualized 504 plans as part of integrated classroom.

*Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
*Supported student physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.

Education

Specialist of Education - Teaching And Learning

Piedmont College
Demorest, GA
02.2010

Master of Science - Early Childhood Education

West Georgia College
Carrollton, GA
06.1993

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

West Georgia College
Carrollton, GA
08.1987

High School Diploma -

Calhoun High School
Calhoun, GA
06.1983

Skills

    Lesson Development

    Student Records Management

    Key Decision Making

    Classroom Management

    Lesson Planning

    Group and Individual Instruction

    Parent-Teacher Collaboration

    Co-Teaching Collaboration

    Staff Development

    Differentiated Instruction

    Instructional Methods

    Curriculum Implementation

    Learning Strategies

Certification

COACHING ENDORSEMENT [FLD980]

ELEMENTARY EDUCATION (P-5) [FLD808]

ENGLISH (6-12) [FLD730]

ESOL (P-12) [FLD885]

MIDDLE GRADES (4-8) - LANGUAGE ARTS [FLD853]

MIDDLE GRADES (4-8) - SOCIAL SCIENCE [FLD854]

SP ED GENERAL CURRICULUM (P-12) CONSULTATIVE [FLD798]

SP ED LANGUAGE ARTS COGNITIVE LEVEL (P-5, 4-8, 6-12) [FLD932]

SP ED SOCIAL SCIENCE COGNITIVE LEVEL (P-5, 4-8) [FLD941]


Timeline

ESOL Lead Teacher

Calhoun High School
08.2017 - 06.2024

Teacher (First Grade and 2nd Grade ESS)

Calhoun Primary School
08.2009 - 08.2017

Teacher (Kindergarten, First Grade,EIP)

EASTSIDE PRIMARY SCHOOL
09.1997 - 07.2001

Specialist of Education - Teaching And Learning

Piedmont College

Master of Science - Early Childhood Education

West Georgia College

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

West Georgia College

High School Diploma -

Calhoun High School

COACHING ENDORSEMENT [FLD980]

ELEMENTARY EDUCATION (P-5) [FLD808]

ENGLISH (6-12) [FLD730]

ESOL (P-12) [FLD885]

MIDDLE GRADES (4-8) - LANGUAGE ARTS [FLD853]

MIDDLE GRADES (4-8) - SOCIAL SCIENCE [FLD854]

SP ED GENERAL CURRICULUM (P-12) CONSULTATIVE [FLD798]

SP ED LANGUAGE ARTS COGNITIVE LEVEL (P-5, 4-8, 6-12) [FLD932]

SP ED SOCIAL SCIENCE COGNITIVE LEVEL (P-5, 4-8) [FLD941]


Lisa Holden