Carmen Graham Cummings
Evergreen Park,IL
Summary
Dedicated and goal-driven instructor who is dedicated to helping each student reach their full potential. Compassionate person who takes the time to get to know students as individuals. Caring individual who will strive to foster a positive learning environment.
Education professional with proven track record in creating stimulating and supportive classroom atmospheres. Adept at developing and implementing tailored lesson plans that meet diverse student needs and promote academic success. Valued team collaborator known for adaptability and commitment to student development.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
4th and 5th Grade Teacher
Morton School of Excellence
01.2020 - Current
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- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse needs of all learners in the classroom.
- Participated in professional development workshops and conferences to stay current on educational trends, research, and teaching methods.
- Strengthened students'' critical thinking skills through inquiry-based learning techniques and problem-solving exercises.
- Evaluated student performance using various assessment tools, providing constructive feedback to promote growth and improvement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects that connected subject matter and promoted interdisciplinary learning.
- Increased student participation by incorporating interactive learning activities and group work into daily lessons.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective classroom management strategies.
- Developed strong relationships with students, families, and staff members to foster a supportive school community focused on academic success.
- Established a positive and inclusive classroom environment where students felt comfortable expressing themselves and asking questions.
5th/6th Grade Teacher
Morton School of Excellence
01.2017 - 01.2020
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4th/5th Grade Teacher
CICS Longwood
01.2013 - 01.2017
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Education
Masters of Arts - Education
National Louis University
01.2009
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign - undefined
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
01.2001
Skills
- GROUP MANAGEMENT
- DEVELOPMENT
- REPORTS ANALYZE
- TASK PLANNING
- VIRTUALIZATION
- MS OFFICE
- TEAM WORK
- PROBLEM SOLVING
- Growth mindset
- LEADERSHIP
- Instructional strategies
- QUICK DECISION MAKING
- Peer mentoring
- TIME MANAGEMENT
- Literacy education
- Social-emotional learning
- Mathematics teaching
- Problem-solving skills
- Critical thinking
- Classroom management
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Positive reinforcement
- Relationship building
- Behavioral management
Certification
Illinois State Board of Education Elementary Education (Self Contained General Education) K-9
Accomplishments
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Timeline
4th and 5th Grade Teacher
Morton School of Excellence
01.2020 - Current
5th/6th Grade Teacher
Morton School of Excellence
01.2017 - 01.2020
4th/5th Grade Teacher
CICS Longwood
01.2013 - 01.2017
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign - undefined
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Masters of Arts - Education
National Louis University
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