Special Education High School
Resume:
Angela
Nikitas
Apt. *
Chicago, IL 60640
*************@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a high school teaching position that utilizes my extensive knowledge and experience in order to contribute to the success of the school and the educational goals of the students.
EXPERIENCE
Dual Credit and Special Education English Teacher
Aspira Business and Finance High School
Chicago, IL — 2017-Present
●Led Dual Credit English 101 courses in connection with City Colleges of Chicago, Self-Contained Special Education English courses, and Inclusion English courses with a co-teacher
●Administered student transition assessments, evaluated student data reports, and corresponded with case managers, psychologists, social workers, administrators, teachers, paraprofessionals, and parents in order to create Individualized Educational Plans
●Led IEP meetings, supervised the implementation of IEP modifications, accommodations, and academic/transition goals in classrooms, and documented student progress and performance on a bi-weekly basis
●Designed units, lessons, activities, and reading and writing assignments in alignment with the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts and the Engage New York curriculum
●Designed individualized educational materials and provided whole-group, small-group, and one-on-one instruction with an engaging, challenging, and culturally relevant curriculum
●Prepared students for post-secondary opportunities through one-on-one mentorship and small group field trips for educational and vocational events at the Office of Diverse Learner Supports and Services
●Recorded attendance, evaluated assignments, calculated grades, documented disciplinary and behavioral incidents, and performed daily administrative and supervisory duties
●Participated in network, faculty, grade level, and department meetings on a regular basis
●Assisted in fundraising, planning, and hosting cultural celebrations and community outreach events
Co-Instructional Leader and English Teacher
Jane Addams High School
Chicago, IL — 2012-2017
●Led weekly All Staff, Instructional Staff, and English Department meetings, transcribed meeting minute notes, and transmitted information between staff members and the Executive Director and Principal
●Evaluated student demographics, transcripts, and assessments in order to create an individualized course schedule for each student
●Managed the administration of the SAT exam
●Prepared the documentation for an AdvancEd review board and received a five-year accreditation
●Prepared the documentation for a CPS review board and received an excellent evaluation
●Consistently implemented policies and procedures as determined by the Executive Director and Principal
●Designed units, lessons, activities, and reading and writing assignments in alignment with the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts
●Prepared students for post-secondary educational and vocational opportunities through one-on-one mentorship
●Designed differentiated educational materials and provided modifications and accommodations in accordance with each Individualized Education Program
●Provided whole-group, small-group, and one-on-one instruction with an engaging, challenging, and culturally relevant curriculum
●Recorded attendance, evaluated assignments, calculated grades, documented disciplinary and behavioral incidents, and performed daily administrative and supervisory duties
●Completed 120/80 required hours of professional development
SES Coordinator and Instructional Manager
Sylvan Learning Center
Chicago, IL — 2010-2014
●Assisted the Center Director in managing the Sylvan of Chicago Ace-It Supplementary Educational Services Program
●Reviewed case files of students and discussed their individual educational goals with the Center Director and Director of Education
●Administered diagnostic, progress, and post-assessments to students
●Created individualized lesson plans and monitored their implementation
●Recorded observations of learning strengths and challenges and discussed progress of students with the Center Director and Director of Education
●Assisted in leading monthly staff meetings
●Taught Beginning Reading, Academic Reading, Academic Writing, College Preparatory Writing, Math Essentials, Study Skills, ACT Reading and English Prep, and the Ace-It Reading Program
●Recorded attendance, evaluated assignments, calculated grades, and performed daily administrative duties
Resident General and Special Education English Teacher
The Academy for Urban School Leadership - Collins Academy
Chicago, IL — 2008-2009
●Co-taught a 10th grade course in World Literature with a mentor high school English teacher
●Co-taught a 10th grade course in World Literature and a 9th grade course in English 1 with a mentor Special Education Inclusion teacher
●Created semester curriculum maps, 3-6 week unit plans, weekly lesson plans, and daily assignments aligned with the ACT College Readiness Standards
●Recorded attendance, evaluated assignments, calculated grades, and performed daily administrative duties
●Participated in weekly faculty meetings and monthly professional development meetings
●Concurrently attended night and weekend courses with a cohort of residents in order to obtain teaching credentials
Special Education English Teaching Assistant
The Cove School
Northbrook, IL — 2004-2008
●Assisted a high school English and Social Studies teacher in creating daily lessons and teaching students with special needs in a self-contained classroom
●Implemented modifications and accommodations for all students aligned with their Individualized Education Programs
●Provided individual coaching and counseling services for students in the process of their social interactions before, during, and after school
●Recorded attendance, evaluated assignments, calculated grades, and performed daily administrative duties
●Participated in weekly faculty meetings and monthly professional development meetings
EDUCATION
Northeastern Illinois University
Master of Arts in English Literature
Chicago, IL — December 2013
National Louis University
Master of Arts in Teaching
Chicago, IL — June 2009
Eastern Illinois University
Bachelor of Arts in English
Charleston, IL — June 2004
CERTIFICATIONS
Professional Educator License
Secondary Education Endorsement
English Language Arts Endorsement
Learning Behavior Specialist I Endorsement
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