Carrie Contreras
Woodridge,IL
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at De La Salle Institute, excelling in staff development and curriculum development. Spearheaded innovative faculty programs, enhancing student engagement and retention. Skilled in analytical thinking and interpersonal communication, adept at fostering educational leadership and building strong relationships. Achieved significant improvements in content delivery and faculty performance.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dean of Language Arts
De La Salle Institute
08.2002 - Current
- Planned and executed content team professional development sessions.
- Used data to drive instruction and school-wide decisions related to content.
- Observed, coached, and mentored instructional staff in English, languages, and fine arts to promote warm, structured, and responsive classroom culture.
- Assisted in development and implementation of faculty development plans.
- Guided and supported faculty and staff in development of new programs.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Manage the division budget to ensure resources are used effectively.
- Introduced and continue to oversee the State and Global Biliteracy Programs.
- Serve on several committees past and present including Administrative Council, Portrait of a De La Salle Graduate, Academic Council, Cognia Accreditation, Curriculum Development and PLC Initiative, Advanced Placement, Principal Search, Technology
- Help recruit prospective students by participating in open houses, entrance exams, and academic events.
- Teach two or more English classes to stay connected with students and the classroom experience.
- Co-moderate junior class activities including prom planning and student leadership programs.
- Initiated and co-moderate the school’s summer reading program (De Reads) to encourage student engagement with literature.
- Co-moderate the Book Club, providing students with opportunities to explore books beyond the curriculum.
- Oversee and edit the school yearbook, ensuring it captures the year’s highlights and student experiences.
8th Grade Language Arts Teacher - Drama Director
Jefferson Junior High School
08.2000 - 06.2002
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Directed plays
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, IL2005
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Development
North Central College
Naperville, IL2001
Bachelor of Arts - English
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL1996
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Arts
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL1996
Skills
- Effective, excellent communication
- Professional demeanor
- Program evaluation
- Goal setting
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Time management
- Decision-making
- Leadership development
Certification
Administrator License - PEL 2097316
Approved Programs/Endorsements: General Administrative, English, Theatre Arts
Timeline
Dean of Language Arts
De La Salle Institute
08.2002 - Current
8th Grade Language Arts Teacher - Drama Director
Jefferson Junior High School
08.2000 - 06.2002
Administrator License - PEL 2097316
Approved Programs/Endorsements: General Administrative, English, Theatre Arts
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Northeastern Illinois University
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Development
North Central College
Bachelor of Arts - English
Eastern Illinois University
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Arts
Eastern Illinois University
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