Dr. LaCretia Bernstein

Dynamic educator with expertise in curriculum development and implementation. Proven ability to create engaging learning environments that promote student growth and achievement. Proficient in classroom management and lesson planning, with a focus on adapting to diverse educational needs. Recognized for reliability and flexibility in delivering effective teaching operations.

• Illinois General Administration Certification, 05/22
• Illinois Teacher Evaluator, 05/21
• Illinois Teacher Certification K-9, Type 03, 05/08

• An enthusiastic, creative, and passionate educator, who believes that all children can learn and thrive in a learning environment that is stimulating, comforting and appropriate to their unique talents and abilities.
• Instructional Leadership- Use a balanced blend of motivational and targeted instruction methodologies to enhance students reading comprehension using TAP.
• Engage Parents – Work closely with parents throughout the year, repeated successes securing parental involvement for field trips, math night, and reading night.
• Strategic Collaborations – As chairperson, worked closely with grade level team and principal to help guide instruction to enhance our student learning success.
• Member of the Instructional Leadership Team at Melody STEM School
• Lead Teacher for the Teacher Math Institute at Melody STEM School
• Recognition for 6th grade students receiving 100% on the ISAT in Math in year 2012 at Melody Elementary School.

• Member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated
• Member of ASCD Organization

• Classroom Management
• Student Motivation
• Parent Communication
• Go Math
• Social Studies w/interdisciplinary readings
• Grade Level Lead Teacher