Beth Perino
Downers Grove,IL
Summary
Dynamic first-grade teacher with expertise in curriculum development, differentiated instruction, and fostering student academic and social-emotional growth.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
First Grade Teacher
C. E Miller Elementary School CUSD 201
Westmont, Illinois
2020 - Current
- I taught virtually for my first year, utilizing technology for all areas of the curriculum.
- Developed the First Grade Scope and Sequence.
- Active participation in our Professional Learning Community (PLC).
- Hosted student teachers.
- Assessed student progress through observations and standardized testing methods.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to create a positive learning environment.
- Utilized educational technology tools to enhance instructional delivery and student engagement.
- Engaged families from diverse cultural backgrounds in meaningful dialogue about their children's educational experience.
- Attended professional development workshops related to best practices in teaching pedagogy or instructional strategies.
- Created classroom environment that promoted positive behavior, expectations and respect for diversity.
Kindergarten Teacher
J. T. Manning Elementary School CUSD 201
Westmont, Illinois
2011 - 2020
- Taught two sessions of half-day kindergarten.
- Advocated and worked towards bringing full-day kindergarten to the district.
- Taught full day kindergarten
- Developed the Kindergarten Scope and Sequence.
- Collaborated with peers as we became a Professional Learning Community (PLC).
- Implemented focused lessons for literacy readiness highlighting phonics, language comprehension, and writing abilities.
- Integrated music, art, drama, literature, science, math into lesson plans for hands-on learning experiences.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to promote student learning and creativity.
- Facilitated a positive classroom environment encouraging collaboration and respect.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress and activities.
First Start Teaching Assistant
J. T Manning Elementary School CUSD 201
Westmont, Illinois
2009 - 2011
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to educators.
- Collaborated with staff to create inclusive learning environments.
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
- Assisted teachers in creating lesson plans and providing instructional materials.
- Provided one-on-one support for special needs students.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
Education
Master of Arts - Reading
Concordia University
01-2019
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL01-2007
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Differentiated literacy and math instruction
- Professional learning communities
- Classroom organization
- Collaborative teaching
- Growth mindset
- Child development
- Student engagement
- Empathy and patience
- Reflective in teaching
- Flexible and adaptive
- Data-driven instruction
- Classroom technology
- Excellent classroom management
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
C. E Miller Elementary School CUSD 201
2020 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
J. T. Manning Elementary School CUSD 201
2011 - 2020
First Start Teaching Assistant
J. T Manning Elementary School CUSD 201
2009 - 2011
Master of Arts - Reading
Concordia University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Northern Illinois University