Barbara Lazok-Montgomery
Sun City
Summary
A twenty-four year career as a professional educator has strengthened the sense of flexibility, communication skills, and problem-solving abilities that are essential in any work environment. Combined with strong teamwork, organizational skills, and time-management skills, I am prepared to start a new challenge and make meaningful contributions with commitment and enthusiasm.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Cartwright School District
08.2015 - 05.2024
- Created and implemented lessons with integrated technology to meet the needs of a diversified class (i.e., second-language learners, gifted, special-needs students, at-risk and on-grade level students),
- Created a wide variety of formal and informal assessments.
- Converted and effectively delivered all lessons to online instruction during COVID.
- Designed curriculum to teach in after-school tutoring and summer school programs.
6th Grade ELA/Social Studies Teacher
Cartwright School District
08.2005 - 05.2015
- Created lesson plans in multiple academic subject areas.
- Utilized a variety of data-driven instruction techniques to deliver instruction.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to assess student progress.
- Analyzed student performance trends and adjusted teaching methods accordingly for optimal results.
- Established open communication with students, parents, and staff members.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources and strategies.
- Participated in professional development workshops.
Middle School Special Education Teacher
Cartwright School District
08.2000 - 05.2005
- Created thematic lessons designed to teach multiple subjects to special-needs students.
- Assisted teachers with incorporating differentiation strategies and modifying general education curriculum for special-needs students.
- Created Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) using student data and observations.
- Maintained accurate and complete student records to prepare reports to communicate with parents regarding students' strengths and areas of improvement.
- Assisted students in developing self-advocacy skills.
- Developed transition plans to outline steps necessary for those students preparing to promote to high school.
Education
Master of Arts - Education Curriculum & Design
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05-2004
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05-2000
Skills
- Problem-Solving Skills: Analyzed data to determine a variety of alternatives/solutions to improve student achievement
- Evaluation Skills: Reviewed data and practices for effectiveness
- Collaboration Skills: Worked collectively with colleagues, parents, and students to improve student achievement
- Adaptability Skills: Quick learner, ability to adapt to change, and Flexible
Accomplishments
- Special Education Department Chair (2003-2005) Supervised team of five special education teachers. Collaborated with elementary special education teachers districtwide for student placement at the middle school. Determine teacher/student schedules.
Certification
- Elementary Education Certification - Arizona Department of Education.
- Special Education Certification - Arizona Department of Education.
- Struct6ured English Immersion (SEI) Certification - Arizona Department of Education.
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Cartwright School District
08.2015 - 05.2024
6th Grade ELA/Social Studies Teacher
Cartwright School District
08.2005 - 05.2015
Middle School Special Education Teacher
Cartwright School District
08.2000 - 05.2005
- Elementary Education Certification - Arizona Department of Education.
- Special Education Certification - Arizona Department of Education.
- Struct6ured English Immersion (SEI) Certification - Arizona Department of Education.
Master of Arts - Education Curriculum & Design
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Arizona State University
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