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Catherine Murges

Park Ridge,IL

Summary

Adaptable educator with extensive experience in middle school settings. Demonstrated leadership and communication skills foster a culture of respect and curiosity. Demonstrated expertise in fostering collaboration among diverse teams and individuals

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Middle School Science Teacher

Park Ridge - Niles School District 64
Niles, IL
08.1994 - 06.2025
  • Cultivated a culture of respect and curiosity in classroom environments.
  • Developed hands-on experiments to deepen student comprehension of scientific concepts.
  • Integrated technology into lessons, broadening educational opportunities for students.
  • Maintained effective communication with families about student performance and needs.
  • Led Science Department as Chairperson, enhancing curriculum and fostering collaboration.
  • Implemented and managed budget for 19 teachers to optimize departmental resources.

Middle School Science, Math and Reading Teacher

Schiller Park School District 81
Schiller Park, Illinois
08.1992 - 06.1994
  • Created engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs.
  • Collaborated with educators to integrate literacy throughout curriculum.
  • Promoted love of reading and enhanced literacy among students.

Teacher Aide

Berwyn School District 100
Berwyn, Illinois
08.1991 - 06.1992
  • Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents, teachers, and school administrators.
  • Supported special needs students in navigating academic challenges through personalized assistance.
  • Delivered individualized and small group support to enhance understanding of classroom topics.

Education

Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction

Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL
08-1994

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL
05-1991

Skills

  • Positive attitude
  • Problem solving
  • Independent work
  • Team collaboration
  • Materials management
  • Effective communication

Timeline

Middle School Science Teacher

Park Ridge - Niles School District 64
08.1994 - 06.2025

Middle School Science, Math and Reading Teacher

Schiller Park School District 81
08.1992 - 06.1994

Teacher Aide

Berwyn School District 100
08.1991 - 06.1992

Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction

Northern Illinois University

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign

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