Lisa Tibert
Freeport,Nova Scotia
Summary
Compassionate, caring educator and administrative leader focused on meeting academic, social and emotional needs of students. Committed to creating positive educational atmosphere that is student-centered, nurturing, supportive and encourages each child to reach their full potential.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Grade 6 Teacher
Tri-County Regional Centre for Education
Freeport , NS
08.2023 - Current
- Developed lesson plans and materials to meet academic standards.
- Assessed student performance utilizing formative and summative assessments.
- Integrated technology into daily lessons to enhance instruction.
- Differentiated instruction for students with wide range of skill and interest levels.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and behavior.
Learning Support Teacher-Term
Tri-County Regional Centre for Education
Freeport , Nova Scotia
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Created and implemented reading intervention lessons for students in Primary-5th grade.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
- Developed and monitored IPP goals, adaptations and progress reports.
Educational Assistant
Tri-County Regional Centre for Education
Freeport , Nova Scotia
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Assisted teachers with lesson preparation and curriculum implementation.
- Prepared lesson materials and visual aids to reinforce lesson concepts.
- Customized small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.
Special Education Teacher (5-8)
Westerly Middle School
Westerly , Rhode Island
08.2018 - 06.2020
- Provided specialized classroom instruction to students with learning disabilities and developmental disorders, including autism.
- Addressed unique learning styles, adapt instruction to meet the needs of all students, and engage students in rigorous learning experiences
- Collaborated with general education teachers to support and promote inclusion of students in general education setting.
- Developed individual educational plans (IEP) and behavior plans designed to promote educational, emotional and social development.
- Planned and supervised purposeful plans for instructional assistants.
Special Education Teacher (K-5)
Wilderness Elementary School
Spotsylvania , VA
08.2004 - 06.2018
- Differentiated and multi-sensory instruction for students, primarily in reading and math, in both self-contained and inclusion settings.
- Taught collaboratively in general education classroom
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Maintained current assessment data, implemented response to intervention(RTI) and progress monitoring
- Communicated with parents, teachers, administrators, school psychologists and other team members to develop and update student IEPs and Behavior Intervention Plans
Special Education Teacher (9-12)
Massaponax High School
Spotsylvania , VA
07.2003 - 05.2004
- Individualized instruction within the Behavior Support Classroom
- Developed and implemented Behavior Intervention Plans to support students with significant behavioral and emotional needs.
- Provided social skills instruction
Program Director
Nonotuck Resource Associates
Northampton , MA
02.1997 - 07.2003
- Provided residential and community support and supervision for adults with disabilities in a shared living model.
- Worked collaboratively with families, service providers and shared living providers to support adults with disabilities to be an active member of their household and community.
- Acted as a liaison and advocate within communities, to facilitate opportunities and access to community programs as well as promote awareness and acceptance.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education K-8
University of Maine
Presque Isle, ME12.2021
Special Education Teaching Licensure -
University of Mary Washington
Fredericksburg, VA06.2007
Master of Education - Educational Psychology
Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS12.1993
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS05.1990
Skills
- Strong written and oral communication
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Curriculum development and oversight
- Interactive/multi-sensory instruction
- Innovative lesson planning
- Technology integration
- Behavioral/cognitive skills development
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- School community relations
- Training and mentoring
- Employee oversight
Certifications
Nova Scotia Teaching Licensure:
- Advanced Teacher’s Certificate 1 (ATC1)
Maine Teaching Licensure:
- General Elementary Endorsement (K-8)
Rhode Island Teaching Licensure:
- Middle School Science and Special Education(5-8)
Virginia Teaching Licensure:
- Special Education-General Curriculum (K-12)
CPR/AED certification
Additional Information
- Special Education Department Chair (2005-2010)
- Mentor Teacher of the Year (2013)(2018)
- Technology Portfolio- https://lisamacleantibert.weebly.com
Timeline
Grade 6 Teacher
Tri-County Regional Centre for Education
08.2023 - Current
Learning Support Teacher-Term
Tri-County Regional Centre for Education
02.2023 - 06.2023
Educational Assistant
Tri-County Regional Centre for Education
08.2020 - 05.2022
Special Education Teacher (5-8)
Westerly Middle School
08.2018 - 06.2020
Special Education Teacher (K-5)
Wilderness Elementary School
08.2004 - 06.2018
Special Education Teacher (9-12)
Massaponax High School
07.2003 - 05.2004
Program Director
Nonotuck Resource Associates
02.1997 - 07.2003
Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education K-8
University of Maine
Special Education Teaching Licensure -
University of Mary Washington
Master of Education - Educational Psychology
Dalhousie University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Dalhousie University
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