Andrea Redenius
Edwardsville,IL
Summary
I am a Facilitator with expertise in early education, child development, and collaborative teaching methods. To provide a supportive environment where all children, their families, and coworkers feel safe and respected. As well as offering instruction and personalized support using a balance of traditional and modern approaches. Ready to help a team achieve company goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Metro East Montessori School
4405 IL. 162 Granite City IL. 62040
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Utilized data-driven instruction techniques to analyze student performance trends and adjust teaching methods accordingly for optimal results.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, enhancing students'' understanding of various subjects.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques customized for diverse learning needs.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
Substitute Teacher
Metro East Montessori School
4405 IL. 162 Granite City IL. 62040
12.2016 - 05.2023
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Boosted student engagement with interactive lessons, incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.
- Promoted a collaborative learning environment through group projects and peer-to-peer activities, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Collinsville School District CCUSD#10
201 West Clay Street Collinsville, IL. 62234
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Completed a long term position from August to November assuming all responsibilities of a full time teacher from the first day of attendance.
- Managed daily classroom routines efficiently, promoting a structured environment conducive to learning.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and consistently enforced consequences in order to maintain an orderly classroom conducive to learning.
- Enhanced classroom management skills by implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for behavior.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive learning environment that promoted academic growth.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education and improve teaching techniques.
- Implemented creative teaching methods that engaged students in the learning process while still adhering to curriculum requirements and state educational standards.
- Provided individualized support to students struggling academically, tailoring instruction to meet their unique needs.
- Consistently received positive feedback from parents, students, and administrators for dedication to student success and creating a supportive learning environment.
- Fostered a sense of community within the classroom by cultivating respect amongst peers and facilitating team-building activities that encouraged collaboration among students.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate the various learning styles of students within the classroom setting.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and overall progress throughout the school year.
- Utilized technology effectively to enhance lessons, engage students, and streamline administrative tasks such as grading assignments or communicating with parents/guardians about their child''s performance.
- Adapted lesson plans for diverse learners, ensuring all students had access to grade-level content and could participate fully in classroom activities.
- Assisted administration in organizing school-wide events such as field trips, assemblies, and parent-teacher conferences.
- Served as a mentor for new substitute teachers, sharing valuable insights and resources for effective classroom management and instruction.
- Increased parent involvement through effective communication and regular progress updates on their child''s academic performance.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
- Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
- Conferred with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
- Developed lesson plans to align with grade-level standards and objectives.
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans for students with challenging behavior.
- Researched and selected age-appropriate materials and resources for classroom instruction.
Preschool Teacher Leader
The Learning Tree Preschool
307 W. Clay Street Collinsville, IL. 62234
07.2021 - 05.2022
- Enhanced student engagement by incorporating interactive activities and hands-on learning experiences.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, fostering a positive learning environment for all students.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, providing guidance and support to improve teaching practices and classroom management strategies.
- Organized successful parent-teacher conferences, maintaining open lines of communication regarding student performance and expectations for continued success.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs, leading to improved student outcomes.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through open communication, resulting in increased parent involvement and support.
- Promoted diversity within the classroom by incorporating multicultural materials and lessons that celebrated various cultural backgrounds of students.
- Provided individualized attention to students struggling with specific concepts, offering targeted interventions to boost achievement levels.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly for optimal results.
- Championed inclusive practices within the preschool setting by adapting curriculum content as needed for children with differing abilities or needs, ensuring equal opportunity for all learners.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, promoting cross-curricular connections and deeper understanding of concepts.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
Kindergarten Teacher
Summit Elementary School
408 Willoughby Ln. Collinsville, IL. 62234
06.2005 - 05.2009
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Participated on The Report Card Committee in reconstructing the districtwide Kindergarten Report Card Rubric.
- Participated as the Building Union Representative.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Created student portfolios using checklists, work samples, photographs, and standardized test results.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
- Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
- Recognized children's physical, emotional and social needs for personalized support.
- Utilized assessment data to modify instruction and target areas of weakness for individual students.
- Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication, parent-teacher conferences, and workshops.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments to inform instructional decisions.
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Assisted in curriculum development to align lessons with state standards and improve overall instructional quality.
- Created, managed, and participated in variety of learning environments and activities to support opportunities for students to develop full potential and achieve learning objectives.
- Fostered social-emotional growth in students through daily morning meetings, conflict resolution strategies, and character education lessons.
- Applied evidence-based practices for classroom management to enhance learning results.
- Developed and implemented individualized educational plans for special needs children.
- Initiated school garden project to teach students about nature, responsibility, and basics of science.
- Improved learning with well-prepared lesson plans that cater to various learning styles and needs.
- Encouraged positive behaviors and growth mindset among students through use of motivational charts and awards.
- Organized field trips to local museums and cultural sites, enhancing students' understanding of their community and wider world.
- Cultivated love for reading among students by integrating interactive storytimes into daily routines.
- Fostered safe and welcoming classroom atmosphere, enabling students to feel valued and heard.
- Developed and implemented multicultural curriculum, promoting inclusivity and respect for diversity among students.
- Supported emotional development by teaching and modeling empathy, patience, and communication skills.
- Implemented technology in classroom to aid learning, using educational apps and interactive whiteboards.
- Provided regular feedback to parents on their child's progress and areas for improvement through detailed report cards and parent-teacher conferences.
- Enhanced students' physical coordination and teamwork skills with structured group activities during physical education sessions.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet evolving educational standards and best practices, ensuring high-quality education.
- Boosted students' understanding of basic math concepts with use of hands-on learning tools and activities.
- Strengthened students' problem-solving abilities with integration of thematic units that require critical thinking.
- Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature, and handwriting.
- Incorporated art, music and physical activity into curriculum for well-rounded education.
- Kept accurate documents about student progress for school and parent records.
- Encouraged and prepared students to become independent readers through systematic, multi-sensory instruction in phonemic awareness and decoding skills.
- Rewarded student success by utilizing praise and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Advanced learning techniques by using differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate student needs.
- Inspired students to take ownership of learning and become autonomous thinkers.
Lead Preschool Teacher
La Petite Academy
2 Auerbach PL. Glen Carbon IL. 62034
08.2004 - 05.2005
- Assisted and supervised 20 children through entire school day.
- Utilized books, songs and games to engage students.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Supported the social-emotional development of students by implementing lessons on empathy, communication skills, and conflict resolution.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Provided support for children with special needs or behavioral challenges, implementing personalized accommodations to promote inclusivity within the classroom setting.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication regarding their child''s progress, fostering increased parental involvement in the educational process.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and areas of improvement, encouraging a collaborative approach to education.
- Incorporated play-based learning opportunities into daily routines, allowing students to explore new concepts while developing critical thinking skills through hands-on experiences.
Substitute Teacher, K-6
Edwardsville School District 7
708 St. Louis St. Edwardsville, IL. 62025
12.2002 - 05.2004
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Improved student comprehension by tailoring teaching methods to individual learning styles.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a safe and respectful atmosphere for all students.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Assisted struggling students through one-on-one sessions, leading to increased academic success.
- Adapted lesson plans to accommodate diverse learners, including those with special needs or language barriers.
- Maintained open lines of communication with parents regarding student progress and any issues that arose during the school year.
- Incorporated real-world examples into lessons, making concepts more relatable and easier to understand for students.
- Provided timely feedback on assignments, helping students identify areas of improvement and gain confidence in their abilities.
Education
BBA - Early Childhood Education
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL12.2002
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Problem-solving skills
- Classroom Management
- Relationship Building
- Individualized Learning
- Conflict Resolution
- Student-Centered Learning
- IL Teaching Certification
- CPR and First Aid Certification current
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Metro East Montessori School
08.2023 - 05.2024
Preschool Teacher Leader
The Learning Tree Preschool
07.2021 - 05.2022
Substitute Teacher
Metro East Montessori School
12.2016 - 05.2023
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Collinsville School District CCUSD#10
08.2016 - 05.2018
Kindergarten Teacher
Summit Elementary School
06.2005 - 05.2009
Lead Preschool Teacher
La Petite Academy
08.2004 - 05.2005
Substitute Teacher, K-6
Edwardsville School District 7
12.2002 - 05.2004
BBA - Early Childhood Education
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville