Denise Ralph
Vernon Hills,IL
Summary
Enthusiastic and passionate Middle School Teacher motivated to build strong relationships, foster a positive learning environment and drive student growth for lifelong success.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Long Term Substitute Teacher
Daniel Wright Jr. High
Lincolnshire, IL
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Family & Consumer Science- 8/2023-11/2023
- 6th grade Math- 3/2024-6/2024
- Staff Fiber Arts Club sponsor
- Followed classroom plans left by classroom teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Collaborated with other teachers to develop and implement lesson plans.
- Collaborated with case managers to support students with IEPs and 504 plans.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Developed strong rapport with students.
- Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
Substitute Teacher, K-8
Libertyville School District 70
Libertyville, IL
12.2022 - 03.2024
- Followed classroom plans left by classroom teachers.
- Upheld classroom routines to maintain consistent schedules.
Substitute Teacher, K-8
Hawthorn School District 73
Vernon Hills, IL
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Managed daily classroom routines efficiently, promoting a structured environment conducive to learning.
- Established clear expectations for behavior in order to maintain an orderly classroom conducive to learning.
7th & 8th Grade Health Teacher
Lake Forest School District 67
Lake Forest, IL
08.2003 - 06.2009
- Collaborated with Wellness teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that enriched students' understanding of health topics within various contexts.
- Fostered strong relationships between schools, local healthcare providers, and SRO by arranging guest speakers for students to gain real-world insights into health topics.
- Implemented summer CPR & First Aid class for students.
4th- 8th Grade Health Teacher
Fox Lake School District 114
Fox Lake, IL
08.1998 - 06.2003
- Developed and implemented 4th-8th grade Health curriculum to help students improve health and well-being.
- Updated course materials regularly to ensure alignment with current state standards and industry trends in health education.
- Enhanced student comprehension of complex health concepts through the use of visual aids and hands-on activities.
CPR & First Aid Instructor
NorthShore Hospital
Highland Park, IL
01.2004 - 03.2020
- Taught CPR and First Aid techniques for adults, children and infants.
- Prepared classroom before class by setting up practice mannequins, organizing workbook materials, and setting up projector screens for slideshows and instructional videos.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Education
Indiana University Bloomington
Bloomington, INSkills
- Positive relationships
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Classroom Management
- Multi-Subject Instruction
Timeline
Long Term Substitute Teacher
Daniel Wright Jr. High
08.2023 - 06.2024
Substitute Teacher, K-8
Hawthorn School District 73
03.2023 - 03.2024
Substitute Teacher, K-8
Libertyville School District 70
12.2022 - 03.2024
CPR & First Aid Instructor
NorthShore Hospital
01.2004 - 03.2020
7th & 8th Grade Health Teacher
Lake Forest School District 67
08.2003 - 06.2009
4th- 8th Grade Health Teacher
Fox Lake School District 114
08.1998 - 06.2003
Bachelor of Science - Health Education
Indiana University Bloomington