Lisa Marie Hathaway

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Educational background:

• 2 years of Undergraduate work at Philadelphia Biblical University (Fall 2001-Spring 2003) double-majoring in Biblical Studies and Elementary Education
• Bachelors of Arts in Education at Rowan University (Dec. 2005)

Summa cum Laude, Teacher of the Handicapped

Teaching experience:

• Student Teaching (Fall 2005): Winslow Township Elementary School, 1^st Grade
• Long-Term Substitute (Spring 2006): Johnstone Elementary School, 2^nd Grade

Other experiences that have made me a better teacher:

• Kappa Delta Pi: Educational honor society that has given me access to many teaching resources.
• Overseas Missions: Directing Vacation Bible Schools for children in Belize and Grenada
• Youth Group Leader: Leading of small groups and teaching whole group Bible studies.

Sports, hobbies, special interests:

• Basketball and Field Hockey (HS); Softball (HS and college)
• Music: guitar, piano and singing/songwriting, leading worship

Why I became a teacher:

• I decided to become a teacher after the first time I experienced teaching children and watching them learn. I wanted to use my life to help children learn. I love the excitement kids have for new things and I believed God had given me gifts to communicate those new things.

What I love about teaching:

• I love seeing a child learn something new, actually “get it” for the first time. I love the challenge of discovering what helps my students learn.

Why I came to Bethel Prep:

• God led me here! From the time I was introduced to the idea, a spark of excitement was lit in my heart. It was clear that I should be a part of it.

What I look forward to at Bethel Prep:

• High standards and excellence in education
• Being a part of something new and great.
• Being involved in God’s work and will.