Lisa Osinga
Tucson
Summary
Career educator with 25 years of experience in strategic planning, mentorship, and guiding individuals toward long-term success; now transitioning into financial planning. Skilled in relationship building, data analysis, and simplifying complex concepts, with a proven ability to create structured pathways that support achievement. Currently a CFP certification candidate through Dalton Education, applying these strengths to deliver comprehensive, goal-oriented financial planning solutions.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Secondary Science Educator- Sports Medicine Pathway
Catalina Foothill High School
Tucson, Arizona
07.2011 - Current
- Instruct Anatomy & Physiology, Athletic Training, and certification prep courses, developed to equip students with essential skills, enabling over 100 students annually to achieve program competencies.
- Coordinate student internships and capstone projects in order to connect classroom learning to real-world experiences, which results in over 100 students annually completing career-ready projects.
- Design assessments, labs, and projects in order to evaluate student comprehension, which results in improved learning outcomes and informed instructional adjustments.
- Leverage technology and interactive learning tools to boost student engagement, fostering collaboration among over 100 students across multiple courses.
- Pioneered a peer-mentorship program connecting upperclassmen with underclassmen, fostering a sense of community and improving academic performance of participants by 20%.
Adjunct Instructor- Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology
Rio Salado Community College
Phoenix, AZ
08.2010 - 12.2012
- Delivered online Anatomy and Physiology instruction in order to teach essential concepts, which resulted in improved comprehension for students pursuing healthcare careers.
- Developed and implemented content-specific supplemental teaching elements in order to reinforce learning, which resulted in enhanced student engagement and mastery of course material.
- Assessed student comprehension and achievement through essays, quizzes, and exams in order to guide instructional adjustments, which resulted in more effective curriculum delivery and improved course performance.
Middle School Science Educator and Department Chair
Rancho Solano Private School
Scottsdale, AZ
07.2009 - 06.2011
- Implemented 7th grade Physical Science and 8th grade Life Science curricula using inquiry-based and differentiated instruction, which resulted in enhanced student engagement and mastery of core scientific concepts.
- Orchestrated statewide curriculum mapping and coordinated science fairs and extracurricular programs in order to enrich learning experiences, which resulted in engaging over 300 students across eight campuses and increasing student participation by 25%.
Educational Outreach Specialist
The Biodesign Institute at Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
01.2008 - 06.2009
- Led K-12 outreach programs and teacher professional development in order to enhance Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) education, which resulted in increased student engagement and broader participation in science careers.
- Created summer research experiences and high school internship initiatives in order to provide hands-on learning opportunities, which resulted in launching Arizona's largest STEM internship program for over 150 high school students, increasing diversity in STEM participation by 30%.
Education
CFP® Certification -
Dalton Education
10-2026
Project PRIME -
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZMasters - Secondary Education
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZBachelor of Science - Biology
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZSkills
- Strategic Planning
- Data Analysis
- Mentorship
- Relationship Management
- Program Development
- Goal Setting
- Client Communication
- Financial Literacy
- Analytical thinking
- Written communication
- Time management
- Critical thinking
Accomplishments
- Assessed performance trends using quantitative and qualitative data to support goal achievement.
- Translated complex concepts into clear, actionable instruction.
- Fostered trust and collaborative relationships through mentorship and guidance.
- Created and implemented a District-first, three-year Sports Medicine Pathway impacting over 100 students annually, preparing them for industry certifications and internships.
- Forged partnerships with over 15 local healthcare providers, expanding hands-on learning and career exploration opportunities for students.
- Monitored student outcomes and progression, ensuring a high rate of industry certification completion and readiness for post-secondary career or academic pathways.
Timeline
Secondary Science Educator- Sports Medicine Pathway
Catalina Foothill High School
07.2011 - Current
Adjunct Instructor- Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology
Rio Salado Community College
08.2010 - 12.2012
Middle School Science Educator and Department Chair
Rancho Solano Private School
07.2009 - 06.2011
Educational Outreach Specialist
The Biodesign Institute at Arizona State University
01.2008 - 06.2009
Masters - Secondary Education
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Arizona State University
CFP® Certification -
Dalton Education
Project PRIME -
Northern Arizona University