Lisa Cramer
Lebanon
Summary
Passionate and dedicated elementary education professional with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and successful student teaching experience in diverse elementary classroom settings. Skilled in designing and implementing engaging, standards-aligned lessons, differentiating instruction to meet the needs of all learners, and fostering positive classroom communities where students feel valued and supported. Demonstrated strengths in literacy instruction, small-group intervention, scaffolding learning, and building strong relationships with students and families. Experience as a substitute teacher and elementary library paraprofessional has further strengthened classroom management, adaptability, and student engagement skills. Committed to creating inclusive, student-centered learning environments that promote academic achievement, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of learning.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Lebanon City School District
Lebanon, PA
02.2025 - Current
- Managed classroom behavior effectively to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Library Paraprofessional
Lebanon City School District
Southwest Elementary, Lebanon PA
09.2019 - Current
- Assisted students in selecting books appropriate for their reading levels, interests.
- Supported the school library program by organizing, shelving, and maintaining library materials.
- Conducted mini lessons and read-alouds to promote a love of reading.
- Managed library circulation, including processing new books, checking materials in and out and maintaining accurate student records.
- Created engaging displays and activities that encouraged reading and library participation.
- Worked closely with Librarian to monitor student behavior and maintain a positive, organized learning environment within the library.
- Implemented teacher-directed literacy strategies and interventions to support student growth.
- Supervised students during lunch periods to ensure a safe, orderly, environment while upholding school wide behavior expectations.
Giant Direct Department Facilitator
Giant Food Stores
Lebanon, PA
06.2022 - Current
- Monitored order accuracy and quality to ensure customers received fresh, correctly selected products.
- Resolved customer concerns, substitutions, shortages, and service issues in a professional and timely manner.
- Worked with department manager to monitor department performance metrics, including order completion times, accuracy rates, and out of stock and substitution rates.
- Monitored department performance metrics, including order completion times, accuracy rates, and customer satisfaction scores.
- Supervised and supported team members responsible for selecting, packaging, and dispensing customer orders.
Sales Lead Keyholder
The Children's Place
Hershey, PA
09.2018 - 01.2021
- Trained and mentored staff on operational procedures and customer service best practices.
- Managed inventory levels, facilitating timely restocks and minimizing shrinkage through proactive monitoring.
- Opened and closed store three to four days per week by counting registers, securing deposits for pickup, and storing and filing all daily paperwork.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints efficiently, fostering a positive shopping experience and loyalty.
- Opened inventory boxes and restocked shelves.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT07-2026
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Implementation
- Small-Group Instruction
- Differentiated Instruction
- Behavior Management
- Learning Scaffolding
- Effective Communication
- Parent and Family Interaction
- Team Collaboration
- Relationship Building
- Problem Solving
- Supervisory Experience
- Adaptability
- Building Inclusive Learning Environments
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Lebanon City School District
02.2025 - Current
Giant Direct Department Facilitator
Giant Food Stores
06.2022 - Current
Library Paraprofessional
Lebanon City School District
09.2019 - Current
Sales Lead Keyholder
The Children's Place
09.2018 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Governors University