STEPHANIE DAGGETT

**** *. ****** *** *** A-* Chicago, IL 60615 773-***-**** ad4cje@r.postjobfree.com Committed and compassionate educator who makes learning extraordinary Dedicated and skilled teacher who uses creativity and innovation to impart and facilitate child-centered instruction to young students. Provides a rich and meaningful experience in Reading, English, Math, Science, and Social Studies. Rich value in facilitating regular and special needs instruction. Gifted teacher with natural ability to capture attention and engage children’s imagination. Excels in cultivating strong sustainable relationships among students, especially parents, and faculty.

− Launched an economic project that funded a summer reading program and an outside school activity.

− Recipient of the Teacher Advancement Award and several teaching grants.

− Played a key role in capturing the Detroit Urban Systemic Program Science and Math Grant, 2002. AREAS OF EXCELLENCE

Data analyzer

NWEA MAP

Behavioral Management

Learning Strategies

Lexia Reading

DIBELS

Parent Partnerships

Records / Progress

Curriculum Adaptation

Personalized Instruction

Academic Diverse Learning

Montessori Trained

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

Oglesby Elementary- Montessori Primary growth 2016- Current Increased Reading through individualized montessori learning CICS Irving Park, Polaris, Schools Guest Teacher-CSTN Chicago. 2015-2017 Nicholson STEM Academy- Chicago Public Schools 2014-2015 1st Grade Teacher Reading/ Social Science

Increased Reading through Before / After-School Tutoring Adalai Stevenson Elementary School (TAT) 2013-2014 Kindergarten Encore Teacher, Chicago Public Schools

Created Unit plans and Curriculum for teachers preparation periods Huntington Learning Center/ Chicago Public Schools SES Chicago, Illinois 2011-2014

Raised 3rd/4th grade reading Scores

CATALYST-HOWLAND SCHOOL, Chicago, Illinois 2008–2011 Teacher / First-Second Grade Levels

Notable:

Awarded C.F.E. Grant for Literacy Differentiation, 2008–2011.

Effectively increased student-reading scores through the S.T.E.P Reading and Literacy program. Highlights:

Prepared and delivered learning objectives in reading disciplines aligned with S.T.E.P program and co-instructed the T.A.P program.

Actively participated in the Northeastern Pre-Student Teaching program and the Ravina Music program to integrate music into first-grade curriculum.

Conducted assessments to evaluate student-learning needs and impart successful teaching methodologies.

Managed student behavior and resolved issues through appropriate school guidelines.

Ensured a safe and enriched learning environment and encouraged active student participation.

Attended parent-teacher meetings to promote student-learning objectives. Resume

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5006 W. Washington Blvd Chicago, IL 60644 773-***-**** ad4cje@r.postjobfree.com Herbert Elementary School – continued

VICTOR HERBERT ELEMENTRY SCHOOL, Chicago, Illinois 2007–2008 Reading Teacher / First Grade Level

Highlights:

Strengthened children’s learning and comprehension skills and utilized an adaptive teaching style to meet a wide range of learning levels.

Determined appropriate instructional needs based on evaluation of student assessments.

Actively participated in parent-teacher conferences to foster relationships and support learning objectives. ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART SCHOOL, Chicago, Illinois 2006–2007 Teacher Assistant / Kindergarten

Highlights:

Provided pre-reading instruction in small group settings following to set curriculum.

Ensured student learning objectives were met through appropriate needs assessment.

Participated in the preparation of literacy projects. DETROIT ACADEMY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES, Detroit, Michigan 2004–2005 Reading Instructor, First Grade Level/ All Subject Instructor, Second Grade Level Highlights:

Delivered instruction in the Reading Success Program to first grade students in a classroom environment.

Prepared lesson plans and facilitated instruction to second grade students in Math, Social Science, English, and Social Studies.

Conducted needs assessments to support student learning and implement appropriate teaching strategies.

Recorded and maintained student grades and progress records.

Regularly met with parents to ensure student-learning objectives were met. DETROIT BOARD OF EDUCATION, Detroit, Michigan 2001–2003 K3 Certified Alternative Teacher / K4 Substitute Teacher Notable:

Awarded the Detroit Urban Systemic Program Science and Math grant, 2002. Highlights:

Initiated an economic project that successfully funded a year-end picnic and a summer reading program.

Prepared and delivered lessons to kindergarten and third grade students ensuring Michigan teaching standards were met

Directed and accountable for appropriate instruction to students in a special class-size program.

Introduced and led monthly grade cluster meetings for Math and Science night.

Served as primary coordinator for the Annual Career Day.

Provided instruction in multiple subjects to eighth grade students for absent teachers. EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS

Currently finishing an ESL Endorsement Concordia University, Chicago, IL WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY, DETROIT, MICHIGAN

Completed all course Work for Master’s Degree in Elementary Education SPELMAN COLLEGE, ATLANTA GEORGIA

Bachelor of Arts (BA) Degree in Economic, Minor in Business Administration Illinois Professional Educator License: K-9, Type-03 Resume

AFFILIATIONS / PARTICIPATIONS

JOY OF FELLOWSHIP MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH, CHICAGO, ILLINOIS Children’s Church, Missionary, Sunday School Teacher Chairperson for Various Committees and Community Outreach PGA Youth Golf Instructor Resume

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