Lisa Cunningham has over 16 years of experience in education, including roles as a special education teacher, mentor, and curriculum developer. She has extensive experience implementing multi-tiered support systems, response to intervention strategies, and data-driven instruction. Cunningham's background includes supporting novice teachers, developing online tools, and facilitating staff development. She holds multiple certifications and a master's degree in education.

1. LISA A. CUNNINGHAM, M.A.
(512) 731-0499 • lacunningham88@gmail.com
A dynamic and top-ranked Academic Professional with over 16 years of experience in creating, developing and
implementing research-based multi-tiered student and teacher support systems and response to intervention strategies at
both the teacher and campus level, job-embedded training or staff development and support that includes collaborative
planning, collecting, analyzing and reflecting on student and teacher data, and setting professional goals with the ability to
work cooperatively with others as a team, organize and maintain records, evaluate performance with both teachers and
students with positive constructive feedback. Demonstrated experience in:
Academic Leadership • Project Management Supporting Novice Teachers
Online Support Tools • Educational Methodologies Core Curriculum Development
Classroom Management Improvement Strategies Differentiated Instruction
Mentoring and Coaching Student Learning Objectives (SLOs)
Variety of Assessment tools (DRA, AIMS, TPRI. etc.) Staff Development
EDUCATION
M.A. in General Education, Specialization in Reading, The University of Texas
B.A. in Early Childhood Education, Endorsement in Elementary Education, The University of Texas
Texas State University, 15 hours toward Doctorate of Education
Neuhaus Education Center, Dyslexia Specialist Preparation Program and Academic Language Therapist License Program
Basic Language Skills (BLS)
CERTIFICATIONS
Texas Teacher Certificate in General Education, Grades 1-6
Early Childhood Education Pre-K–K • Texas Teacher Certificate in General Special Education
Texas Teacher Certification in English as a Second Language (Supplemental) PK-6
Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Certification
TEACHING • TRAINING • CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT • CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT
 Schedule model teaching of best practices and non-evaluative observations of first through third-year teacher
 Plan and conduct New Teacher Support Meetings with other campus mentors
 Use the AISD Coaching Cycle to improve teaching practice
 Assist in the development and implementation of teacher-developed Student Learning Objectives (SLOs)
 Confer with campus leadership-curriculum coaches, grade level and department heads, and campus principles
 Establish professional goals and engage in professional learning in examination of improvement with practice
 Extensive knowledge regarding Special Education Parental Safeguards and Procedures and Section 504
 Understanding of State, Local and Federal Laws
 Ability to use a systematic, sequential & cumulative approach to instruction for students with reading difficulties and/or
dyslexia
 Prepare, administer and grade level curriculum/test, which meet educational/organizational objectives
 Assist students in preparing for grade-level and grade advancement test
 Extensive knowledge in using student data to monitor and guide instruction
 Proficient in providing professional development and support for campuses and teachers
 Ability to work with adults in a collegial manner, assess performance and provide constructive feedback
 Extensive knowledge of small group instruction and flexible grouping
 Maintain student and teacher data consistently in an organized manner
 Engage in problem-solving with a variety of staff members
 Disseminate quarterly information and data as needed
 Assist in consistent standards & best practices ensuring access to resources and address support as needed

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CAREER PROGRESSION
2015-Present SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER AND ARD FACILITATOR
 AISD CASIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
 Case Manager for K – 3rd
grade
 Special Education Team Leader
 SLO Campus Contact Representative
 ATPE Representative
 Currently working directly with students with Dyslexia within Special Education
 Implemented a Tier III Reading Intervention Program (LLI) for the Special Education Staff at Casis
 Implemented/created lesson plans that aligned with the TEKS and student IEP
 Followed individual IEPs; collected daily data and created lesson plans for Sped students K-3
 Prepared Individual Behavior Plans and Daily Behavior Report Cards
 Developed BIP/FBA for students in need of behavioral accommodations
 Implemented Social Thinking by Michelle Garcia Winner
 Evaluate student performance and kept measureable data
 Worked collaboratively with all staff members to ensure student success
2014-2015 FULL RELEASE MENTOR
 AISD Department of Educator Quality
 Job-embedded training and support to first, second, and third year teachers through a coaching model
 Assisted with collaborative planning, collecting, analyzing and reflecting on teacher and student data
 Established professional goals
 Engage in a supportive, non-evaluative, learner-centered relationship with a focus on accelerating the
development of the beginning teacher’s skill while supporting the campus academic goals and vision.
2012-2014 SPECIAL EDUCATION CASE MANAGER FOR K-5 AND SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER 3-5
 Elementary Disciplinary Alternative Education Program (DAEP); Round Rock, Texas
 Implemented/created lesson plans that aligned with home campus rigor as well as RRISD ARRC and TEKS
 Followed individual IEPs; collected daily data and created lesson plans for Sp Ed students K-5
 Prepared Individual Behavior Plans and Daily Behavior Report Cards
 Oversaw transition planning with home campus for students to return with success
 Prepared individual student reports with academic and behavior data for student and home campus needs
2007-2012 RESOURCE AND INCLUSION TEACHER, GRADES K-5
 Live Oak Elementary; Round Rock, Texas
 Campus Alternate TAKS Coordinator
 Special Education Team Leader for a 5-year period
 STAR and ABA-trained for students with Autism
 Extensive experience with the importance in implementing research-based intervention plans in the
classroom and the resource setting
2003-2007 PRESCHOOL PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES (PPCD) TEACHER &
TOGETHER WE CAN (TWC) PROGRAM TEACHER
 Cactus Ranch Elementary; Round Rock, Texas
 Worked with moderate to severe disabilities
 In-home training for students with Autism and their families
 STAR Model for Students with Autism
 ABA for student with Autism
2006-2011 Tutored 2nd, 3rd and 5th grade students with Dyslexia or at risk readers
2000-2003 PRESCHOOL PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES (PPCD) TEACHER
• Forest Creek Elementary School; Round Rock, Texas
1999-2001 BUSINESS MANAGER OF HUMAN RESOURCES, ADMINISTRATIVE AND PAYROLL FUNCTIONS
• Martin Process Solutions, Inc.; Austin, Texas
Summer 1999 FIRST GRADE TEACHER - EXTENDED YEAR GUIDED READING LITERACY PROGRAM
• Galen R. Elolf Elementary School; Converse Texas
1997-1999 KINDERGARTEN TEACHER – BALANCED LITERACY CLASSROOM APPROACH
• Galen R. Elolf Elementary School; Converse, Texas
Summer 1998 MULTI-AGE TEACHER – EXTENDED YEAR LITERACY PROGRAM (GRADES 1-3)
• Judson ISD; Converse, Texas
1996-1997 SECOND GRADE TEACHER

3. Treehouse Learning Center (Private School); League City, Texas