Chris DiPrima
Lisle,IL
Summary
Professional educator prepared for role with strong background in fostering student development and managing classroom dynamics. Valued for ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and adapt to changing needs. Skilled in lesson planning, classroom management, and engaging diverse student populations. Known for reliability, excellent communication, and results-driven approach.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Joliet Township High School District 204
01.2021 - Current
- Increased student participation by fostering a positive and supportive classroom environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, maintaining a focused and productive learning atmosphere.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Summer School Teacher- Sociology
James B. Conant High School
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Assessed student progress and provided constructive feedback, enabling students to make continuous improvements.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively using positive reinforcement strategies, cultivating an inclusive and respectful learning community.
- Created and implemented curriculum and lesson plans to cover required material.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher- Multiple Subjects
Joliet Central High School
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports, ensuring timely submission to administration for reporting purposes.
- Taught 3 Sections of United States History, 2 Sections of APUSH during the Spring Semester of 2021
- Taught 5 sections of Health during the Fall/Winter Semester of 2021
- Taught 5 sections of Instructional Science during the Spring Semester of 2022
- Taught 5 sections of Physical Education during the Spring Semester of 2024
Volunteer Positions
Multiple Locations
- Organized and planned a weekend event in collaboration with 360 Youth Services for Operation Snowball in the Spring of 2016
- Coached the freshman boys volleyball team at Joliet Central High School during the 2024 Spring Season
- Supervised multiple sports teams during our school improvement days at Joliet Central High School
- Sponsored a card-trading club during the 2022 Spring semester at Joliet Central High School
Education
Bachelor of Science - History-Social Science Secondary Education
Illinois State University
Normal, IL12-2020
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Student Engagement
- Positive Reinforcement
- Behavior Management
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Verbal and written communication
- Group and individual instruction
Certification
- Middle Level Education Endorsement, Illinois State University, Summer 2023
Timeline
Summer School Teacher- Sociology
James B. Conant High School
06.2024 - 07.2024
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Joliet Township High School District 204
01.2021 - Current
- Middle Level Education Endorsement, Illinois State University, Summer 2023
Long-Term Substitute Teacher- Multiple Subjects
Joliet Central High School
Volunteer Positions
Multiple Locations
Bachelor of Science - History-Social Science Secondary Education
Illinois State University
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