Denise Hall
Barrington
Summary
Dedicated elementary teacher with a proven track record in innovative lesson planning and student engagement. Committed to fostering a collaborative classroom environment that promotes respect and individual growth.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Teacher
District 200 in Wheaton. Illinois
Wheaton, IL
08.2001 - 06.2023
- Directed the development of innovative lesson plans in alignment with state educational standards. Crafted and executed an extensive unit that catered to the 5th grade math curriculum while accommodating different learning styles. Led a curriculum initiative that significantly boosted students' mastery of core mathematical strategies and skills.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting student collaboration and respect. I believe it is important to find a way to connect with your students. When this is achieved, students feel safe in the classroom. When students feel safe in their classroom environment they are less afraid of making mistakes.
- Utilized diverse teaching strategies to accommodate various learning styles and abilities. No two students are identical. Every teacher must make a strong effort to teach students at their highest ability.
- I feel it is important for student growth to analyzed student progress on a continuous basis and offered insights to support individual academic advancement. This was often done in small group or individually to help students to understand not only their mistakes, but also their successes.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
National Louis
Lisle, ILMaster of Arts - Curriculum And Design
Aurora University
Aurora, ILMaster of Arts - Teaching Mathematics
National Louis University
Chicago, ILMaster of Arts - Reading - And Reading Specialist
Concordia University
River Forest, ILSkills
- Differentiated instruction
- Relationship building
- Lesson planning
- Team collaboration
- Parent-teacher communication
Timeline
Elementary Teacher
District 200 in Wheaton. Illinois
08.2001 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
National Louis
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Design
Aurora University
Master of Arts - Teaching Mathematics
National Louis University
Master of Arts - Reading - And Reading Specialist
Concordia University