Christine Brosnan
Chicago
Summary
Veteran Primary Teacher with Chicago Public Schools, with a reputation for student dedication and academic excellence. Expert in reading instruction and fostering positive classroom environments. Proficient in reading and math interventions, with a wealth of knowledge in diverse techniques and strategies to improve student abilities at all levels. I have successfully coached student teachers and enhanced student self-esteem through effective communication and behavioral intervention strategies.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Chicago Public Schools
01.2011 - Current
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Lead teacher in an ESL and inclusion classroom.
- Expert in Reading and Math interventions for K-3 monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
Home Tutor
Harleen Singh LLC
06.2006 - 08.2008
- Administered one-on-one reading assessments. Analyzed test results to determined student's reading level, and identify areas in need of growth.
- Administered weekly progress monitoring assessments. Used assessment data to develop specific and attainable learning goals.
- Developed learning objectives for each session to quantify learning and set benchmarks.
- Tutored students in grades 1 through 7.
5th Grade Teacher
Niles Elementary School District 71
01.2006 - 06.2007
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Chicago State University
Chicago, IL01-2006
Bachelor of Arts -
Marquette University
Milwaukee, WI06-2003
High School Diploma -
Loyola Academy
Wilmette, IL06-1999
Skills
I have 15 years of experience teaching primary grades, and have expertise in the following:
- Diagnostic Assessments: At the beginning of each school year I administer one-on-one assessments to each child in order to identify students' reading strengths and weaknesses Including letter/sound recognition, word recognition, decoding, phonemic awareness fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary
- Progress Monitoring: I monitor and track student progress through ongoing assessments weekly and/or biweekly
- Data Analysis: I analyze data to understand student needs and tailor interventions accordingly
- Foundational Skills: I have expertise in teaching foundational reading skills, including phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension
- Research-Based Strategies: Chicago Public Schools has given me a wealth of knowledge and implementation in research-based reading and math intervention strategies and techniques
- Differentiated Instruction: Every year I have a diverse group of students, therefore I adapt interventions to suit individual learning styles and needs
- Professional Development: I have a Master's Degree in Education, along with 30 additional credit hours I have acquired these through completing additional graduate courses, as well as educational professional learning workshops and seminars
Certification
English as a Second Language Endorsement
Middle School Social Sciences Endorsement
Middle School Language Arts Endorsement
K-9 Elementary Teaching Endorsement
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Chicago Public Schools
01.2011 - Current
Home Tutor
Harleen Singh LLC
06.2006 - 08.2008
5th Grade Teacher
Niles Elementary School District 71
01.2006 - 06.2007
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Chicago State University
Bachelor of Arts -
Marquette University
High School Diploma -
Loyola Academy
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