LIZ PIERCE

12427 South Sunrise Mist Loop, Nampa, ID 83686

C: (208) 546-2235

lhaunschild@nnu.edu

Professional Digital Portfolio: http://lizpierce.weebly.com/

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Education professional focused on implementing highly effective instructional practices to grow student
learning and academic performance. Highly innovative, resourceful, and technology driven teacher, who
quickly identifies and resolves challenging classroom situations. Experience working alongside individuals
with diverse backgrounds, a teacher focused on doing what is best for students.
Bachelor of Arts: Elementary Education
Northwest Nazarene University Nampa ID
3.6 GPA, Deans List

EDUCATION

Resident Assistant, Choir

CERTIFICATION
Idaho Elementary Certification, May 2016
Certified K-8

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES

Student Intern, 01/2016-Current

Northwest Nazarene University Nampa, ID
Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students varying needs and interests
Encouraged interactive learning by using technology; including online posters, creating videos, and
formative assessment tools
Planned and implemented creative lessons that incorporated critical thinking and cooperative learning
Created an enjoyable and interesting learning environment for students
Maintained accurate and complete records for 26 students.
Designed and implemented a highly engaging 8 week reading individual intervention plan
Used differentiated instruction and both formative and summative assessments to evaluate student work
Played an active role during parent-teacher conferences, communicated with parents
Parklife Summer Intern, Nampa, ID 06/2014-08/2014
Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing games and outdoor recreational
activities
Created an environment in which children could learn respect for themselves and others
Collaborated with fellow interns to plan a 10 week summer program for up to 50 students
Disaster Response, Manila, Philippines 06/2014-01/2015
Planned and implemented social rehabilitation programs for a community of up to 80 families
Spent 5 months in a disaster zone working alongside nationals to provide education, teach a livelihood,
and improve quality of life.

SKILLS

Standards based, creative, and purposeful

lesson planning
Experience with Diverse Populations
MTI workshops, co-taught with coaches
Experiential Learning

Strong Classroom Management

Technology Implementation
8 years in the Philippines
Engagement in Professional Learning
Communities (PLC)