Content Teacher
Resume:
STACY L. DENNISON
Rock Falls, IL 61071
815-***-**** (h) 815-***-**** (c)
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CAREER SUMMARY
Teach elementary and/or middle school aged students.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education, Northern Illinois
University, DeKalb, IL, May 2003
Certification: IL Type 03; Middle School endorsements: Math,
Language Arts, & Social Science
Learning Behavior Specialist 1 (LBS I)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Adult Education Instructor, Sauk Valley Community College, Dixon, IL
January 2013 - Present
. Create mini-lessons for adults
. Instruct small group of adults in Math concepts and writing skills
. Increased reading levels utilizing the Achieve 3000 program
Substitute Teacher, Rock Falls District #13, Rock Falls, IL
September 2011 - May 2013
Sterling School District #5, Sterling, IL
. Served as teacher and/or teacher assistant in Pre-K through 8th
grade classrooms
. Guided students throughout day using classroom teachers' lesson
plan and behavior guidelines
. Advised classroom teacher on outcome of day and suggestions for
struggling students
Teacher, Nachusa Campus School, Nachusa, IL December 2007
- September 2011
. Educated students in an alternative school setting for middle school
through high school students
. Modified the curriculum for students with IEP's by providing
alternative assignments.
. Implemented interactive learning medias such as, hands-on activities
and real-world problem solving, to increase student understanding of
course materials
. Instructed students in social emotional learning using PEACE program
. Created databases for individual grades; improved attendance record
accuracy, using Excel spreadsheets
. Increased interest in higher learning through exploration of
individual desires and discussions of the future
. Established rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order
among the class by incorporating a point system
Teacher Assistant, Tri-County - Head Start Program, Sterling, IL
August 2005 - August 2007
. Developed age-appropriate lesson plans for children aged 3 - 5 years
and directed classroom activities
. Completed assessment booklets and provided evidence of student growth
. Increased social, cognitive, and physical skills with each child by
interacting individually as well as in small groups
. Conducted parent-teacher conferences
References
Mrs. Janelle Herbeck Preschool Teacher 815-***-**** (home)
815-***-**** (work)
Ms. Mindy Holesinger Preschool Teacher 563-***-**** (home)
815-***-**** (work)
Mr. Earl Thomas GED Examiner 815-***-**** (home)
Highly Qualified Areas
ISBE TSR Subject Federal Group Highly Qualified Notes Submitt
Method ed By
Algebra Mathematics Passed IL ICTS K-8 ISBE
Content Exam Only
Art Art Passed IL ICTS K-8 ISBE
Content Exam Only
Basic and/or General Math Mathematics Passed IL ICTS K-8 ISBE
Content Exam Only
Biological Sciences (Middle Science Passed IL ICTS ISBE
Grades Only) Content Exam
Drama/Theatre Arts Art Passed IL ICTS K-8 ISBE
Content Exam Only
Elementary Self Contained (K-5 Elementary Passed IL ICTS ISBE
Only) Self-Contained Content Exam
Elementary Self-Contained (K-3 Elementary Passed IL ICTS ISBE
Only) Self-Contained Content Exam
English as a Second Language Reading & Language Passed IL ICTS ISBE
Arts Content Exam
General Science Science Passed IL ICTS K-8 ISBE
Content Exam Only
Geography (Middle Grades Only) Geography Passed IL ICTS ISBE
Content Exam
History (Middle Grades Only) History Passed IL ICTS ISBE
Content Exam
Instrumental Music Music Passed IL ICTS K-8 ISBE
Content Exam Only
Language Arts (Grades 1-8 Only) Reading & Language Passed IL ICTS ISBE
Arts Content Exam
Physical Science (Middle Grades Science Passed IL ICTS ISBE
Only) Content Exam
Reading Reading & Language Passed IL ICTS K-8 ISBE
Arts Content Exam Only
Title I Remedial Math Mathematics Passed IL ICTS K-8 ISBE
Content Exam Only
Title I Remedial Reading Reading & Language Passed IL ICTS K-8 ISBE
Arts Content Exam Only
Vocal Music Music Passed IL ICTS K-8 ISBE
Content Exam Only
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