Manager School
Resume:
STEPHANIE SPINAZOLA
**** *** **** ****, ********** IL 60586
Phone: 815-***-**** **********@*****.***
SUMMARY
Dedicated, certified educator with over sixteen years’ experience as a tutor, teacher and professional child care provider. Extensive experience providing academic and developmental support to students of varying age and ability in both online and in-person settings. Interested in building a long-term career utilizing experience as an educator, while cultivating my passion teaching English as a foreign language.
HIGHLIGHTS
IEP and special needs familiarity
ESL and EFL experience
Solid understanding of English grammar, spelling and punctuation rules
Innovative thematic lesson planning
Works well with students of all ages
Patient, calm and active listener
Student motivation and mentoring skills
Exceptional interpersonal skills
Proficient in MS Office
EDUCATION
M.A.Ed.: Natural Science and Environmental Education, 2015
Hamline University- Saint Paul, MN
GPA: 4.0
Bachelor of Arts: Education, Minor- Biology (K-9), 2004
Trinity Christian College- Palos Heights, IL
GPA: 3.95
Associates in Liberal Arts, 2003
Moraine Valley Community College- Palos Hills, IL
GPA: 3.75
EXPERIENCE
Online English Tutor 06/15-Current TalkStudy.com- Chicago, IL
Provide one-on-one tutoring to international students via Skype
Assist students to enhance English language speaking skills, pronunciation and fluency
Offer help with writing, grammar, spelling and punctuation
Motivate, encourage, and mentor students
Private Tutor 08/98-Current
Self-Employed- Chicago Suburbs, IL and San Diego, CA
Tutor school-aged children to adults in both online and in-person settings in multiple subjects
Provide innovative curriculum writing services for typical and homeschool families
Ensure personalized, student-centered learning
Monitor student progress and provide positive feedback and recommendations
Professional Child Care Provider 01/14-06/15
Cavazos Family- Plainfield, IL
Cared for the physical and social needs of three young children as-needed
Tutored school-aged children in multiple subject areas
Arranged engaging, hands-on activities both in and outdoors
Professional Child Care Provider 09/10-01/11
Cooper Family- Clarendon Hills, IL
Tended to the physical and developmental needs of one active infant on a temporary basis
Prepared Montessori inspired age-appropriate activities and outings
Transported infant to doctor appointments as necessary
Homeschool Teacher and Household Manager 11/09-09/10
Saldivar Family- Lincoln Park, IL
Attentively cared for the academic and enrichment needs of two young children
Developed novel, age-appropriate indoor and outdoor activities
Adhered to a structured schedule and followed a preschool level unit study-based curriculum
Professional Child Care Provider 02/07-10/09
Gates Family- San Diego, CA
Affectionately cared for the physical, social, and creative needs of twin girls
Engaged children in engaging art- and nature-based indoor and outdoor activities
Promoted early literacy and implemented the use of introductory sign language (ASL)
Substitute Teacher 01/07-06/07
San Diego Jewish Academy- San Diego, CA
Provided interim teaching of multiple subjects at the K-12 level
Maintained classroom management and ensured uninterrupted academic progression
Elementary Physics Teacher 06/06-08/06
Gateways Summer School- San Diego, CA
Developed a hands-on physics curriculum utilizing art, astronomy, and music as focal points
Implemented positive classroom management strategies, effective problem resolution, and maintained an excellent rapport with students, parents, and faculty
Professional Child Care Provider 07/02-09/05
Lileikis Family- Hickory Hills, IL
Cared for the physical, social, and academic needs of two young children
Tutored school-aged child and organized preschool level activities and outings for the youngest
CERTIFICATIONS
Illinois Professional Educator License: Grades K-9 02/05-Current
Middle School Endorsements: Language Arts, Science, and Social Science
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