Lisa Gabel
Arvada
Summary
Seasoned teacher with a deep understanding of lesson planning, classroom management, and collaboration. Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning styles and needs. Comfortable working with students of different ages and skill levels to promote learning and boost success. Strong communicator with a knack for fostering meaningful relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Literacy Interventionist
Warder Elementary, Jeffco Public Schools
Arvada
08.2018 - Current
- Evaluated student needs to provide helpful resources and support.
- Conducted assessments to identify areas of need for each student, such as phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings with other educators to discuss strategies for improving student outcomes.
- Facilitated small group instruction focusing on literacy skills development.
- Maintained student records in accordance with district standards.
- Monitored student performance data regularly in order to track growth in literacy skills.
- Maintained accurate records and documentation regarding interventions used and student progress over time.
- Screened students to determine specific reading levels and determine areas in need of improvement.
- Consulted with classroom teachers to develop strategies to help children excel at reading.
- Developed and implemented literacy intervention plans for students with reading difficulties.
- Utilized a variety of strategies such as explicit instruction, guided practice, and independent practice activities to enhance student success.
- Attended professional development workshops related to literacy instruction methods and best practices.
Classroom Teacher, Grades 2 and 3
Warder Elementary, Jeffco Public Schools
Arvada
08.2015 - 08.2018
- Instructed students in a variety of academic subjects utilizing differentiated methods of teaching.
- Managed classroom behavior by developing positive relationships with students while enforcing rules fairly and consistently.
- Utilized technology as an effective tool for enhancing instruction.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress and behavior.
- Created a safe environment that fostered collaboration among students.
- Collaborated with other teachers, administrators and parents to ensure student success.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Engaged in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Organized field trips to enhance the educational experience of students.
Literacy Interventionist
Lumberg Elementary, Jeffco Public Schools
Edgewater
08.2012 - 05.2015
- Conducted assessments to identify areas of need for each student, such as phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings with other educators to discuss strategies for improving student outcomes.
- Facilitated small group instruction focusing on literacy skills development.
- Created lesson plans which incorporated differentiated instruction techniques for diverse learners.
- Enhanced students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills through hands-on activities.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Monitored student performance data regularly in order to track growth in literacy skills.
- Maintained accurate records and documentation regarding interventions used and student progress over time.
- Screened students to determine specific reading levels and determine areas in need of improvement.
- Worked directly with many students either individually or in small groups.
- Developed and implemented literacy intervention plans for students with reading difficulties.
- Utilized a variety of strategies such as explicit instruction, guided practice, and independent practice activities to enhance student success.
- Analyzed assessment data from various sources including standardized tests and classroom assessments.
Classroom Teacher, Grades K, 2 and 3
Lumberg Elementary, Jeffco Public Schools
Edgewater
08.2006 - 08.2012
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and modify instruction accordingly.
- Instructed students in a variety of academic subjects utilizing differentiated methods of teaching.
- Managed classroom behavior by developing positive relationships with students while enforcing rules fairly and consistently.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress and behavior.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance and progress towards goals.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Created a safe environment that fostered collaboration among students.
- Organized field trips to enhance the educational experience of students.
- Collaborated with other teachers, administrators and parents to ensure student success.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Engaged in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices.
Classroom Teacher, First Grade
Dysart Public Schools
Surprise
08.2004 - 05.2006
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior by developing positive relationships with students while enforcing rules fairly and consistently.
- Implemented strategies for differentiating instruction based on student abilities.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and areas for improvement.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance and progress towards goals.
- Liaised with team of professionals to implement comprehensive educational action plans for special needs and at-risk students.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Engaged in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices.
- Created a safe environment that fostered collaboration among students.
- Facilitated small group instruction to accommodate individual learning styles.
- Collaborated with other teachers, administrators and parents to ensure student success.
- Organized field trips to enhance the educational experience of students.
Education
Jeffco Endorsement - English-as-a-Second-Language Education
University of Colorado Denver
Denver, CO05-2009
Endorsement - Elementary Education
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO05-2004
Bachelor of Arts - Behavioral Sciences
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO12-2000
DTL Jeffco Certification (enroll in April 2025))
University of Colorado Denver
Denver, COSkills
- Effective Teamwork in K-5 Settings
- MTSS
- Multi-sensory learning
- Progress monitoring
- Orton-Gillingham
- Assessment/DIBELS analysis
- Data-driven instruction
- Task prioritization
- Orton-Gillingham Morphology
- READ Act Trained (SOR)
- Extensive PLC Experience
- K-5 Educational Support
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Literacy Interventionist
Warder Elementary, Jeffco Public Schools
08.2018 - Current
Classroom Teacher, Grades 2 and 3
Warder Elementary, Jeffco Public Schools
08.2015 - 08.2018
Literacy Interventionist
Lumberg Elementary, Jeffco Public Schools
08.2012 - 05.2015
Classroom Teacher, Grades K, 2 and 3
Lumberg Elementary, Jeffco Public Schools
08.2006 - 08.2012
Classroom Teacher, First Grade
Dysart Public Schools
08.2004 - 05.2006
Jeffco Endorsement - English-as-a-Second-Language Education
University of Colorado Denver
Endorsement - Elementary Education
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Bachelor of Arts - Behavioral Sciences
Metropolitan State University of Denver
DTL Jeffco Certification (enroll in April 2025))
University of Colorado Denver
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