Doreen Spagnoli
Bartlett,IL
Summary
Retired educator with effective communication skills. Reliable and patient. Problem-solving skills developed from my education experiences. Looking for an opportunity to contribute in a customer service or support role.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
West Chicago SD 33
West Chicago, IL
08.2025 - Current
- Facilitated small group instruction, enhancing engagement and comprehension for students with varying abilities.
- Participated in professional development workshops, enhancing skills in classroom support and instructional techniques.
- Supported the lead teacher in developing curriculum materials, ensuring alignment with state standards and educational objectives.
Classroom Teacher
All Saints Catholic Academy
Naperville, IL
08.2023 - 06.2025
- Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child''s education.
- Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lesson plans, increasing students'' understanding of how subjects interconnect.
Classroom Teacher
Bloomingdale School Dist 13
Bloomingdale, IL
08.2018 - 06.2023
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered positive classroom environment to enhance student learning and collaboration.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student performance and behavioral issues.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
Classroom Teacher
St. Walter School
Roselle, IL
08.1998 - 08.2018
- Collaborated with colleagues to design school-wide educational initiatives and programs.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Served as a team leader for grade-level initiatives, coordinating efforts among faculty members to achieve shared goals related to curriculum and instruction improvement.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, IL05-1985
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Effective communication
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Computer skills
- Organized schedules, records, and documentation
- Resolved conflicts and supported positive outcomes
- Worked with diverse groups of people
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
West Chicago SD 33
08.2025 - Current
Classroom Teacher
All Saints Catholic Academy
08.2023 - 06.2025
Classroom Teacher
Bloomingdale School Dist 13
08.2018 - 06.2023
Classroom Teacher
St. Walter School
08.1998 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Education
Northeastern Illinois University