Built positive relationships with parents and had ongoing communication to encourage them to be part of the educational process and volunteer in the classroom.
Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
Used AIMS Web data to guide and differentiate instruction to ensure all learners meet district standards.
Worked closely with colleagues to plan engaging, joyful, and motivating lessons.
Collaborated with special education teacher to meet the needs of students with IEP's in my classroom
Utilized Wilson Fundations to enhance reading instruction
New teacher mentor
Cooperating teacher for 5 student teachers
New Lenox School District 122
4th Grade Teacher, Spencer Crossing Intermediate
08.2005 - 05.2016
Planned and designed lessons that aligned with state and district standards.
Used Terra Nova and ISAT to guide instruction
Involved students in their education by self-assessing and reflection.
Communicated and collaborated with parents to emphasize the importance of their role in their child's education.
Worked closely with colleagues and special education teachers to plan lessons and meet the needs of the students.
Planned and co-taught math.
Taught math intervention and accelerated math in a block schedule.
Cooperating teacher for 3 student teachers
Education
Master of Arts - Reading
Governors State University
Park Forest, IL
05.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Loras College
Dubuque, IA
05.2004
Skills
High level organization skills with follow though
Using test score data to drive differentiated instruction
Building relationships with students, families, and staff through communication and collaboration
Continue to learn through research and in-services
Brining joy to the classroom through creativity and hands-on learning