Kellye Stefanski
Crystal Lake,IL
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver Education(BTW)
Community High School District 155
CRYSTAL LAKE, IL
06.2021 - Current
- Planned and adjusted optimal routes based on traffic and weather conditions.
- Communicated frequently with students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
Physical Education Teacher
Norridge School District 80, James Giles School
Norridge, IL
08.2019 - Current
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports and safety.
- Assessed student physical fitness levels and adjusted objectives according to successes.
- Utilized knowledge of biology, anatomy and kinesiology to design safe and effective exercises.
- Conveyed health and well-being concepts beyond physical fitness.
- Collaborated with other teachers to develop, implement and assess IEP plans.
Accounting Assistant
C & J Accounting and Tax Services
Park Ridge, IL
01.2016 - Current
- Prepared itemized statements, bills or invoices and recorded amounts due for items purchased or services rendered.
- Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
Special Education Teacher & Case Manager
Chicago Public Schools
Chicago, IL
11.2016 - 08.2019
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Designed and implemented point system to encourage positive behavior.
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
Team Manager & After Care Lead
Headfirst, Chicago Cubs Professional Baseball Camp
Chicago, IL
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Coached players on specific position requirements such as pitching and catching.
- Modeled appropriate behavior on and off field.
- Planned and directed game strategies.
- Developed profound sense of team belonging throughout season.
- Supervised activities and reacted accordingly to injuries and emergencies, communicating with proper medical staff in critical situations.
Healtcare Recruiter
Maxim HealthCare Services
Chicago, IL
08.2017 - 10.2017
- Worked with healthcare employees to determine specific job qualifications.
- Scheduled interviews with other healthcare professionals.
- Utilized social media sites to recruit new employees.
- Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
Reading Interventionist
Norridge School District 80, John V. Leigh School
Norridge, IL
09.2016 - 08.2017
- Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
- Implemented tracking tools to evaluate successes and areas in need of improvement.
- Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies.
Assistant Varsity Girls Basketball Coach
Guerin College Prep
River Grove, IL
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Increased player strength, agility and game skills through successful practices.
- Supported head coach with developed game plans and adjusted to meet various game situations.
- Educated players on nutrition and positive life choices for better health and performance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Special Education Teacher
Chicago Public Schools
Chicago, IL
01.2014 - 08.2016
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Instructed students in core academic areas and specialized reading groups.
- Taught reading, language arts and social sciences in self-contained ED and LD classroom.
Head Varsity Girls’ Basketball Coach
Elmwood Park High School
Elmwood Park, IL
04.2013 - 03.2015
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Promoted stretching, mobility work and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
- Developed off-season training programs such as week-long camps to maintain player proficiency and introduce new teammates.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps and damage.
- Conferred with assistant coaches to determine weaknesses in current team roster and develop recruitment plans.
- Participated in fundraising events, helping team bring in funds to pay for travel and other expenses.
Assistant Varsity Softball Coach
Elmwood Park High School
Elmwood Park, IL
01.2013 - 06.2014
- Increased player strength, agility and game skills through successful practices.
- Supported head coach with developed game plans and adjusted to meet various game situations.
- Educated players on nutrition and positive life choices for better health and performance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Special Education Teacher
UCAN Academy
Chicago, IL
08.2011 - 12.2013
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Organized instruction material, constructed bulletin boards and set up work areas.
- Taught reading, language arts and social sciences in self-contained ED and LD classroom.
Assistant Varsity Girls' Basketball Coach
Ridgewood High School
Norridge, IL
08.2012 - 04.2013
- Increased player strength, agility and game skills through successful practices.
- Supported head coach with developed game plans and adjusted to meet various game situations.
- Educated players on nutrition and positive life choices for better health and performance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Assistant Softball Coach
Ridgewood High School
Norridge, IL
03.2010 - 01.2013
- Increased player strength, agility and game skills through successful practices.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
- Supported head coach with developed game plans and adjusted to meet various game situations.
- Educated players on nutrition and positive life choices for better health and performance.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Administrative Assistant
Ridgewood High School
Norridge, IL
08.2010 - 06.2011
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
- Sorted and distributed office mail and recorded incoming shipments for corporate records.
Freshman Girls’ Basketball Coach
Ridgewood High School
Norridge, IL
11.2009 - 03.2010
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
Education
Associate of Science - Kinesiology
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL06.2009
Master of Science - Recreation, Sport, and Tourism Management
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL10.2017
Teacher Endorsement - Driver And Safety Teacher Education
Greenville College
Greenville, ILTeacher Endorsement - Special Education Teacher (LBS1)
National Louis University
Chicago, ILSkills
- Problem Solving
- Collaboration
- Interpersonal Skills
- Management Skills
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Communication Skills
- Curriculum Development
- Adaptability
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Self-motivated
- Emotional Intelligence
Timeline
Driver Education(BTW)
Community High School District 155
06.2021 - Current
Physical Education Teacher
Norridge School District 80, James Giles School
08.2019 - Current
Team Manager & After Care Lead
Headfirst, Chicago Cubs Professional Baseball Camp
06.2018 - 08.2018
Healtcare Recruiter
Maxim HealthCare Services
08.2017 - 10.2017
Special Education Teacher & Case Manager
Chicago Public Schools
11.2016 - 08.2019
Reading Interventionist
Norridge School District 80, John V. Leigh School
09.2016 - 08.2017
Accounting Assistant
C & J Accounting and Tax Services
01.2016 - Current
Assistant Varsity Girls Basketball Coach
Guerin College Prep
01.2015 - 01.2017
Special Education Teacher
Chicago Public Schools
01.2014 - 08.2016
Head Varsity Girls’ Basketball Coach
Elmwood Park High School
04.2013 - 03.2015
Assistant Varsity Softball Coach
Elmwood Park High School
01.2013 - 06.2014
Assistant Varsity Girls' Basketball Coach
Ridgewood High School
08.2012 - 04.2013
Special Education Teacher
UCAN Academy
08.2011 - 12.2013
Administrative Assistant
Ridgewood High School
08.2010 - 06.2011
Assistant Softball Coach
Ridgewood High School
03.2010 - 01.2013
Freshman Girls’ Basketball Coach
Ridgewood High School
11.2009 - 03.2010
Associate of Science - Kinesiology
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Master of Science - Recreation, Sport, and Tourism Management
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Teacher Endorsement - Driver And Safety Teacher Education
Greenville College
Teacher Endorsement - Special Education Teacher (LBS1)
National Louis University