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Waukegan, IL 60085

Objective

To obtain a K-8 teaching or similar position in the Lake County which will allow me to grow as an educator as well as allow room for professional growth, as well as reach out to all students of diverse backgrounds.

Education

2008-2013 University of Phoenix

Enrolled in professional development coursework in reading and child development

2008-2011 Dominican University, River Forest, IL

-Enrolled in Graduate Program for MA Education with Reading Endorsement.

2005-2006 Rockford College, Rockford, IL

-NTEC Teacher Certification Program, Type 3 Illinois Teacher Certification

-endorsements in self contained grades K-9, Middle School Language Arts and Social Studies

2001-2004 Northeastern Illinois University, Chicago, IL

-Bachelors of Arts, Criminal Justice, Minor in Social Work

-Dean’s List Fall 2003 and Fall 2004

Experience

2015-Present Zion School Dist. 6, Zion IL

Position : Teacher

Implements prescribed curriculum, provide students with a developmental program that includes behavioral objectives

create a child centered learning environment

employ creative methods of instruction, inform administrators of attendance issues

report address and telephone number changes to administration

provide weekly lesson plans, report student progress to students, attend in-services meetings and weekly grade level meetings/staff meetings

perform other duties as assigned by administration.

2010-2015 Lions Math and Science Academy, Waukegan, IL

Position :Lead Teacher

Implements prescribed curriculum, provide students with a developmental program that includes behavioral objectives

create a child centered learning environment

employ creative methods of instruction, inform administrators of attendance issues

report address and telephone number changes to administration

provide weekly lesson plans, report student progress to students, attend in-services meetings and weekly grade level meetings/staff meetings

perform other duties as assigned by administration.

2005-2010 Waukegan Schools District 60, Waukegan, IL

Position: Teacher (Elementary and Middle School )

Provide a personalized program that is compatible with the abilities needs of each student

Implements prescribed curriculum, provide students with a developmental program that includes behavioral objectives

create a child centered learning environment

employ creative methods of instruction, inform administrators of attendance issues

report address and telephone number changes to administration

provide weekly lesson plans, report student progress to students, attend in-services meetings and weekly grade level meetings

perform other duties as assigned by administration.

1998-2005 North Chicago School Dist. 187/Banner Personnel, N. Chicago, IL

Position: Admin. Assistant to Director of Curriculum/Special Programs/Teacher's Aide

Provide Clerical Support to the Curriculum Director with:

Standardized Testing

Grant Writing

Professional Development

Implementing new computer programs

Classroom visits to new teachers

Other Duties and Projects as assigned

2003-2004 Staben Center for Homeless Women and Children, Waukegan, IL

Position: Case Manager Intern

Conducted Intake process of new clients

Helped women write service plan

Provided case management to women

Monitored service plan for progress

Home visits/Case Management of clients who graduated form program

Co-Facilitated Teen Counseling Group with other case managers

Volunteer Work

Volunteer work as Tutor with N. Chicago Schools

Volunteer work with Staben Center in Waukegan, IL

Volunteer work with Waukegan Schools as tutor and after school programs

Skills

Excellent Organizational, Verbal and Written Communication Skills

Certified Teacher with Middle School Endorsement in Language Arts/Social Studies

Experienced and trained Early Childhood/Elementary Teacher

Proficient in Google Applications, Microsoft Word, Power Point, and Excel.

Team Player and goal oriented professional

References Available upon request

Philosophy of Education Statement

It is my belief that all children can learn, as well as my goal as the classroom teacher to create a productive learning environment. In order for a child to learn, he or she must feel safe to take risks, show motivation, exhibit good citizenship, and try new things. By creating an environment of mutual respect and acceptance within the classroom, each child can reach an educational peak every day.

I strive for each child to develop a hunger for learning. I work to present the educational material through a variety of different techniques and learning styles. My classroom instruction includes the incorporation of music, drama, hands on, oral instruction and recitation, graphical display, video, art projects, etc., into instruction to adequately address the diversity of learning styles in any given classroom.

I place a heavy emphasis on reading in my classroom, and I encourage my students to excel in that area. I believe that good reading skills are the key to success in all academic areas. It is my goal to create life-long learners of all students as well as students who are responsible citizens. My challenge as an educator is to empower them with the tools to become the best that they can be. My desire is to have every child leave my classroom with a sense of self-worth and purpose of themselves, and knowing that, with hard work, discipline and resilience they can become achievers.

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