Andrea Dunn
Libertyville,Illinois
Summary
Adaptable and passionate teacher with extensive knowledge of 4th grade. Focused on developing individual potential and cultivating learning-focused atmosphere for student success, while collaboratively working with staff, parents and administration.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
4th Grade Science/Social Studies Teacher
Oak Grove School District 68
Green Oaks, Illinois
08.2021 - Current
- Piloted 4 Social Studies and 3 Science programs
- Trained to teach the FOSS Science program
- Differentiated lessons based on learning styles and needs
- Managed behavior strategies by creating an environment of respect and rapport
- Worked collaboratively with staff to implement IEP's, 504's, behavior plans, and emotional needs of students
- Enhanced student's academic growth by whole group, individual, small group, and teacher modeling
- Fostered problem solvers and hands-on learning
- Monitored student performance through achievement and data collection
- Attended weekly meetings to implement special needs for specific students
- Planned field trips to enhance learning opportunities for students
- Mentored 3 new teachers
- Hosted a student teacher
- Established an Environmental Club based on the student interest
4th Grade Math/Science/Social Studies Teacher
Oak Grove School District 68
Green Oaks , IL
08.2017 - 06.2021
- Trained in the Bridges Math program
- Collaboratively co-taught a math class for students below the 10%ile
- Mentored new teachers and met weekly to collaborate with whole team
- Attended LGBTQ Seminar
- Planned, prepared, and taught multicultural lessons on India and Nigeria for 3rd and 4th graders
4th Grad ELA Teacher
Oak Grove School District 68
Green Oaks, Illinois
08.2012 - 06.2017
- Tech recipient to pilot iPads for school 2013-2014
- ELA SAC committee 2012-2017
- Mentored new teacher
4th Grade Teacher
Oak Grove School
Green Oaks, Illinois
08.1998 - 06.2012
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL04-2005
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA12-1997
Professional Affiliations
- Insurance Committee 2014-present
- BOT Committee 2021-present
- Restorative Practices Committee 2020-2022
- Mentored 10 teachers
- PTO representative for 15 years
- Worked collaboratively with classroom aides fo 17 years
Timeline
4th Grade Science/Social Studies Teacher
Oak Grove School District 68
08.2021 - Current
4th Grade Math/Science/Social Studies Teacher
Oak Grove School District 68
08.2017 - 06.2021
4th Grad ELA Teacher
Oak Grove School District 68
08.2012 - 06.2017
4th Grade Teacher
Oak Grove School
08.1998 - 06.2012
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Northern Illinois University
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Iowa
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