Cassie Moreno
Chicago,IL
Summary
Seeking a position as an elementary school teacher in a safe, collaborative school with high expectations for student achievement. Philosophy of Education: We must create classrooms that focus on developing the whole child by teaching critical thinking skills, exploration, efficacy, and expression in order to allow education to be the great equalizer.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
ELA/SS Teacher
LEARN Hunter Perkins
08.2021 - Current
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Utilized group and hands-on learning experiences for proficient teacher evaluation score.
- Communicated with parents and guardians regarding student progress and behavioral issues.
ELA Teacher
Meadowview Intermediate School
09.2018 - 06.2021
- Communicated with parents on a regular basis regarding academic and behavioral goals.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
ELA/ESL Teacher
Piney Point Elementary School
08.2017 - 07.2018
- Created a school-wide Library schedule.
- Mentored a first-year teacher.
- Achieved 82% passing on State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) Reading.
ELA/ESL Teacher
Mabel B. Wesley Elementary School
08.2015 - 06.2017
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Served as team leader.
ELA/ESL Teacher
Patrick Henry Middle School
08.2013 - 05.2015
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
ELA Teacher
EPIC Academy
07.2011 - 06.2013
- Presented data tracking procedures at staff professional development.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create a horizontally and vertically -aligned writing rubric to ensure college readiness for all students.
ELA/ESL Teacher
Jane Long Middle School
08.2007 - 05.2011
- Implemented Writing instruction that resulted in 92% passing on TAKS Writing.
- Supervised action research project on classroom discipline and management.
Education
Master’s Degree - Educational Leadership
University of St. Thomas
2017
Bachelor’s Degree - Elementary Education English
Roosevelt University
2007
Skills
- Plan Lessons
- Instructional Strategies
- Instructional Techniques
- Classroom Management
- Literacy Skills
- Engage Students
Accomplishments
- Received the 2011-2012 EPIC Academy Award for Progress
- Designed junior-year humanities curriculum at EPIC Academy
- ESL Teacher of the Year 2011 (Jane Long Middle School)
- ESL Teacher of the Year 2011 (Region 4)
- Founded a breakdance group at Jane Long Middle School that went on to perform at numerous middles school talent shows and The Houston Rodeo
- 2007 Teach for America Alumni
Timeline
ELA/SS Teacher
LEARN Hunter Perkins
08.2021 - Current
ELA Teacher
Meadowview Intermediate School
09.2018 - 06.2021
ELA/ESL Teacher
Piney Point Elementary School
08.2017 - 07.2018
ELA/ESL Teacher
Mabel B. Wesley Elementary School
08.2015 - 06.2017
ELA/ESL Teacher
Patrick Henry Middle School
08.2013 - 05.2015
ELA Teacher
EPIC Academy
07.2011 - 06.2013
ELA/ESL Teacher
Jane Long Middle School
08.2007 - 05.2011
Master’s Degree - Educational Leadership
University of St. Thomas
Bachelor’s Degree - Elementary Education English
Roosevelt University
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