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Reading Teacher | Reading Specialist | Interventionist | Instructional Coach
Qualifications Profile
Highly motivated, goal-oriented, and strategic professional, offering extensive experience in providing quality education to
students through effective teaching and classroom management as well as educational leadership.
Expert at conceptualizing and implementing differentiated reading instructions in alignment with the current pedagogical
methodologies and techniques to promote student-centered environment, positive learning, and academic excellence. Adept at
identifying and addressing specific student needs, while driving and improving student motivation through multiple intelligences,
curriculum planning, and student goal-setting. Technically proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word and PowerPoint), and Google
Docs and Slides.
Areas of Expertise
Learning Plan Modalities and Evaluation
Behavior Management
Educational Leadership
Program Administration
Self-Assessment and Reflection
Progress Monitoring and Improvement
Individual Educational Program
Parent and Teacher Collaboration
Education AND CREDENTIALS
Master of Arts in Reading Specialist, 2011
Olivet Nazarene University, Bourbonnais, IL
Master of Arts in Teaching and Leadership
St. Xavier University, Chicago, IL
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education,
with Concentration in Mathematics
Elmhurst College, Elmhurst, IL
Dean s list
College of DuPage, Glen Ellyn, IL
President s List | Dean s List | Member, Phi Theta Kappa
Teaching experience
Lowell School, Wheaton, IL
First Grade Teacher Aug 2008 Present
Effectively establish and foster a student- and learning-centered environment
Develop and implement differentiated lesson plans, while facilitating student assessments, monitoring grade books, and handling
student behaviors
Utilize classroom newsletters in maintaining communication with the parents
Work closely with colleagues in team and PLC meetings on a weekly basis as well as participate in staff meetings and district
institute on a monthly basis
Act as the building union representative, in charge of communicating staff concerns and problems with building administration
Earned nomination for the district s Distinguished Teacher Award for the school year 2015 to 2016
Second Grade Teacher Aug 2006 Jun 2008
Initiated Daily Five while dealing with student monitoring and behavior management
Assumed responsibility in implementing guided reading groups
Mohawk School, Bensenville, IL
Third Grade Teacher Aug 2005 Jun 2006
Created and implemented a variety of lesson plans to address specific needs of students
Maintained active involvement in numerous meetings regarding curriculum and differentiation throughout the year
Reading Teacher Aug 2003 Jun 2005
Utilized the Early Success and Soar To Success Reading programs to offer reading classroom support through guided reading groups
Provided the Illinois Snapshot of Early Literacy (ISEL) to all kindergarten pupils as well as the Developmental Reading Assessment
(DRA) to all grades one to five students
Took charge of identifying students needing extra reading support by collaborating with classroom teachers
Presided over a family literacy night and facilitated professional development within the area of reading
Launched and executed a Phonemic Awareness Curriculum within the classroom in partnership with a Michael Heggerty in Bensenville
Earlier Positions Held:
First Grade Teacher
Teacher on Special Assignment
Professional Development
Fountas and Pinnell Reading Assessment
Success for Struggling Readers
How to Successfully Implement Literacy Learning Centers in Grades K-3
Fountas and Pinnell: An Introduction to Guided Reading
Professional Affiliations
Member, National Education Association | Member, Illinois Education Association
Member and Building Representative, Wheaton-Warrenville Education Association
Activities
Member, Parent and Teacher Association (PTA) Lowell School, Wheaton, IL
Participant, Jamboree, Trivia Night, 5K Run, and Culture Fair |
