About Lizzy Pond

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Lizzy Pond has worked in special education for over 15 years. Lizzy’s educational philosophy centers around giving students and educators what they need to be successful both inside and outside of the classroom. She develops engaging lessons for both students and adults. Lizzy delivers information in a structured, organized, and sequential manner, while taking into consideration the needs of the learners in front of her. She creates a safe and supportive environment where there is a sense of trust, comfort, and collaboration. She supports continued learning by seeking and building her own personal education as a lifelong learner. 

Lizzy's experiences as a non-traditional learner inspired her to become a special educator. Diagnosed in middle school with dyslexia, she has empathy for all types of learners. She has an appreciation for students with learning disabilities as she truly understands the obstacles the students face. 

Lizzy has taught in multiple settings including public, charter, and private schools, and held various roles as a teacher, co-teacher, service provider, inclusion specialist, and professional development facilitator in grades K-5. She has led professional development sessions in RAVE-O, Responsive Classroom, and the Principles of Orton-Gillingham. She facilitated Professional Learning Communities over several years pertaining to Orton-Gillingham and topics within Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. 

Since 2011, Lizzy has also worked as a private tutor for elementary and middle school age students. She tutors students with language-based learning disabilities, ADHD, and/or executive function needs in reading, writing, mathematics, organization, and study skills.