Elizabeth Bishop
Elementary Teacher - General Education
Wiesbaden
Summary
Experienced with classroom management, lesson planning, and student engagement. Utilizes creative teaching strategies to enhance student learning and participation. Knowledge of integrating technology and interactive activities to support diverse learning styles.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Teacher
Department of Defense Education Activity
04.2021 - Current
- Dedicated and passionate elementary educator with over five years of experience fostering engaging, equitable, and student-centered learning environments in DoDEA schools. Skilled in designing differentiated, inquiry-based instruction that challenges gifted and high-achieving students while supporting diverse learners. Recognized twice as a DoDEA Teacher of the Year nominee (2023, 2025) for excellence in instruction, collaboration, and leadership. Served on the Building Leadership Team (2023-2024) and is currently serving on the School Advisory Committee (SAC) (2024- present) to enhance schoolwide programs and promote continuous improvement. Committed to lifelong professional growth and to inspiring curiosity, resilience, and a love of learning in every student.
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to enhance student learning experiences.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse needs of students in classroom settings.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate technology into lesson plans, improving student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management and instructional best practices.
Long Term Substitute Teacher
Department of Defense Education Activity
10.2020 - 03.2021
- Served as the 3rd-grade classroom teacher for the majority of the academic year, providing engaging and standards-aligned instruction across all core subjects.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Facilitated engaging learning activities to enhance student participation.
- Adapted teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning needs.
- Maintained classroom order and fostered a positive learning environment.
- Designed and implemented comprehensive lesson plans that differentiated instruction to meet diverse learner needs and promoted academic growth.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences to communicate student progress, set goals, and strengthen home-school partnerships.
- Actively participated in school committees and internal grade-level team roles, contributing to curriculum development and collaborative planning efforts.
- Successfully supported students in achieving significant academic gains through both in-person and virtual instruction during COVID-19 school closures, demonstrating flexibility, innovation, and strong classroom management in changing learning environments.
Substitute
Highline School District
01.2020 - 06.2020
- I served as the long-term substitute Dean of Students at Madrona Elementary School, where I provided leadership and support in fostering a positive, student-centered school climate. In this role, I collaborated closely with teachers and staff to implement effective behavior intervention strategies, promote social-emotional learning, and ensure a safe and supportive environment for all students. Additionally, I played a key role in developing and implementing whole-child service strategies designed to address students’ academic, behavioral, and emotional needs, working to strengthen communication between families, teachers, and support staff. This experience deepened my understanding of restorative practices, proactive behavior supports, and the importance of nurturing the whole child to promote success and well-being.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe and inclusive classroom environment.
- Developed positive relationships with students, fostering a supportive learning atmosphere.
- Monitored student progress and behavior, providing support in classroom management.
- Collaborated with teachers to align instructional strategies and enhance educational outcomes.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to design interdisciplinary lessons, promoting well-rounded learning experiences.
- Maintained open lines of communication with parents regarding student progress and any issues that arose during the school year.
Paraprofessional Educator
Highline School District
03.2017 - 08.2019
- Provided individualized support to a student with special needs in a general education classroom, ensuring equitable access to instruction and active participation.
- Facilitated individualized instruction for diverse student needs, enhancing learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement effective lesson plans.
- Monitored student progress, providing timely feedback and support.
- Assisted in managing classroom behavior, promoting a positive learning environment.
- Coordinated with special education staff to support students with individualized education plans (IEPs).
- Led initiatives to improve classroom organization and resource accessibility.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Assisted teachers in managing classroom behavior by enforcing rules and implementing positive reinforcement strategies.
- Collaborated with the classroom teacher to deliver targeted small-group interventions in math and English Language Arts, reinforcing academic skills and promoting student achievement.
- Supported classroom management by implementing discipline and restorative practices that fostered positive behavior and strengthened relationships among students and staff.
- Recognized for effective leadership in behavior support, which led to selection as the long-term substitute Dean of Students at Madrona Elementary.
Education
Gifted And Talented Education Certificate -
University of San Diego California
San Diego, CA01-2023
Bachelor's degree - undefined
Western Governors University
Murray, UT01.2020
Skills
Lesson planning
Classroom organization
Classroom management
Organizational skills
Technology integration
Parent-teacher communication
Student motivation
Problem-solving skills
Job-related training
I have been part of the AAPS committee since 2021 and attend district PD focused trainings when budgets allow. Trained in identifying characteristics of gifted learners, including underrepresented populations, twice-exceptional students, and early elementary indicators. I collaborate regularly with the school's AAPS teacher to design enrichment opportunities, differentiated tasks, and extension projects for advanced learners. Experienced in cluster grouping high-ability students and tailoring instruction to meet the advanced academic needs within the general education classroom. I implement enrichment strategies such as inquire-based learning, higher order questioning, and play based discovery learning.
Timeline
Elementary Teacher
Department of Defense Education Activity
04.2021 - Current
Long Term Substitute Teacher
Department of Defense Education Activity
10.2020 - 03.2021
Substitute
Highline School District
01.2020 - 06.2020
Paraprofessional Educator
Highline School District
03.2017 - 08.2019
Bachelor's degree - undefined
Western Governors University
Gifted And Talented Education Certificate -
University of San Diego California