Claire Bailey-Connor
Chicago,IL
Summary
I am a Dynamic educator with seven years of teaching experience across the 4-8 grade levels. I demonstrate results driving student data up on standardized testing through innovative lesson planning and effective classroom management. Skilled in relationship building and critical thinking, I fostered engagement and have maintained strong and positive relationships with my coworkers and families alike. I am proud of my results in the classroom and community and aspire to utilize my knowledge and expertise in teacher development.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Emerson Elementary
Maywood, IL
08.2019 - Current
- I have demonstrated flexibility across a six-year tenure by successfully mastering and delivering three diverse science curricula.
- I was selected by administration to join the school wide instructional leadership team, (ILT) collaborating on school-wide strategic planning, mentorship, data analysis, and the development of targeted academic goals.
- Accelerated student achievement by driving a 30-percentile-point gain in class-wide NWEA MAP science scores through targeted, data-informed instruction.
- I have excelled at leveraging targeted ELA instruction to elevate the school's overall performance tier to a "Commendable" rating on the Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR) for the first time in multiple
- I have utilized the MTSS model to design and execute data-driven and targeted. math and ELA instruction
- I have facilitated the after school club IMSA in direct partnership with the Illinois Math and Science Academy
- I have cultivated strong partnerships with parents, administrators, and cross-functional school teams.
Teacher
St. Eugene School
Chicago
08.2017 - 06.2019
- Facilitated engaging science and religion instruction for students in grades 4-8.
- Directed classroom behavior management through establishment of clear expectations and consistent enforcement of rules and routines.
- Led development and implementation of innovative science curriculum and materials funded by grant.
- Assisted in organizing after-school cross country activities and religious education sessions. Supported student participation in the Battle of the Books competition.
- Cultivated robust relationships with staff, families, and community members.
Education
English As A Second Language Endorsement -
Dominican University
River Forest, ILMaster of Science - Masters of Education
Dominican University
River Forest, IL05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Middle School Education
University of Dayton
Dayton, OH05.2017
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Mentorship
- Lesson planning
Timeline
Teacher
Emerson Elementary
08.2019 - Current
Teacher
St. Eugene School
08.2017 - 06.2019
English As A Second Language Endorsement -
Dominican University
Master of Science - Masters of Education
Dominican University
Bachelor of Science - Middle School Education
University of Dayton