Tracy Lutzow
Papillion
Summary
Enthusiastic educator with a proven track record at Papillion LaVista Community Schools, excelling in building relationships, classroom management, and lesson planning. Developed engaging, differentiated instruction that significantly improved student outcomes. Fostered strong parent-teacher communication, enhancing student support and involvement. Committed to ongoing professional development, ensuring the highest standards in instruction.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Classroom Teacher
Papillion LaVista Community Schools
08.2010 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment through effective behavior management strategies.
- Assessed student progress regularly to tailor instruction and support individual learning needs.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum and share best teaching practices.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management and instructional techniques.
- Advocated for student needs by collaborating with parents, counselors, and administrative staff to ensure holistic support.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child''s education.
Education
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Doane College
Crete, NE08-2008
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Nebraska At Omaha
Omaha, NE12-2000
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Creighton University
Omaha05-1997
Skills
- Classroom management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson planning
- Student development
- Cooperative learning
- Literacy strategies
- Parent and teacher conferences
- Curriculum implementation
- Behavior management
- Differentiated instruction
- Motivating students
- Lesson plan development
Timeline
Classroom Teacher
Papillion LaVista Community Schools
08.2010 - Current
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Doane College
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Nebraska At Omaha
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Creighton University