Dr. Yvonne Schmid
Libertyville,Illinois
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Grayslake Middle School and Adlai E. Stevenson High School who excels in curriculum design and team leadership. Demonstrated success in mentoring teachers and enhancing literacy instruction, fostering a collaborative environment that boosts student achievement. Adept at data analysis to inform instructional strategies and engage the staff and community in educational initiatives.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Reading Specialist and English Language Arts Teacher
Grayslake Middle School
Grayslake
08.2006 - Current
- Teach differentiated reading strategies and skills in a classroom setting to students of all ability levels, including special education students and English Language Learners.
- Assist teachers in all academic disciplines with developing, implementing, and facilitating literacy instruction suited to the diverse needs of their students.
- Provide intensive, research-based reading interventions for exceptional students in small group and one-on-one settings to improve their academic performance and achievement.
- Administer and interpret data, both standardized and authentic, for diagnosis, instructional planning, and program evaluation and effectively communicate that information to students, parents, and colleagues.
Eighth-Grade English Language Arts Team Leader
Grayslake Middle School
08.2020 - Current
- Establish the agenda for our Professional Learning Community and oversee weekly meetings and in-services.
Mentor Teacher
Grayslake Middle School
01.2018 - Current
- Support and guide new teachers as needed to facilitate their transition to teaching at Grayslake Middle School.
High School English Articulation Committee Member
Grayslake Middle School
Grayslake, Illinois
11.2008 - Current
- Meet with teachers from both high schools and feeder schools to discuss curricula and impact on student achievement.
PBIS Tier One Member and Coordinator
Illinois
Grayslake, Illinois
01.2013 - Current
- Lead the behavior management team, focused on teaching and reinforcing positive student behaviors, while fostering a safe school environment.
Family Read Night and Book Club Coordinator
Illinois
Grayslake, Illinois
01.2007 - Current
- Develop and implement book club initiatives along with a culminating celebration, promoting literacy among families and the community.
EVOLVE Circle Leader/Facilitator
Grayslake Middle School
Grayslake, Illinois
10.2023 - Current
- Facilitate multiple EVOLVE circles weekly under the Evolve Youth Guidance Program, which supports Grayslake Middle School students in developing their social-emotional skills. Circles include how children and adults understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships, and make responsible decisions.
Literary Magazine Sponsor
Illinois
Grayslake, Illinois
01.2007 - 06.2015
- Founded this activity in which students compiled and published a yearly literary magazine showcasing students' artwork, photography, and writing.
Communication Arts Teacher
Adlai Stevenson High School
Lincolnshire
08.1997 - 06.2006
- Developed curriculum for and taught Freshman English, both at the college-bound and advanced levels, where the primary focus was to help students improve their skills in all areas of literacy: reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
- Designed and implemented Reading Enrichment, a supplemental reading course for freshman achieving below grade level in reading proficiency, specifically targeting remediating reading deficiencies and closing achievement gaps in reading.
- Demonstrated versatility and creativity while teaching seniors of all academic levels a variety of English electives: Modern World Literature, Literary Analysis, Practical English, and Creative Writing.
- Collaborated daily in Professional Learning Communities to design curriculum, discuss strategies and best practices, and analyze student data to drive instructional decisions.
Congressional Debate Team Head Coach
Illinois
Lincolnshire, Illinois
01.1996 - 01.2006
- Guided Adlai Stevenson High School's state championship and national award-winning congressional debate team in all areas of research, writing and speaking.
- Served concurrently as a member of the Illinois High School Association Congressional Debate Oversight Committee from 2003-2006.
Communication Arts and Social Studies Resource Center Paraprofessional
Adlai Stevenson High School
Lincolnshire
08.1996 - 06.1997
- Provided small group and individual support to students voluntarily seeking assistance with their history and English classes.
- Tutored assigned students of all grade levels by reviewing, reteaching, and supplementing the lessons and work from their respective history and English classes.
Education
Ph.D. - Reading, Language, And Literacy
Concordia University Chicago
River Forest, IL12-2025
Master of Arts - Reading
Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago08.2002
Bachelor of Arts - English and Secondary Education
Marquette University
Milwaukee05.1993
Skills
- Curriculum design
- Data analysis
- Literacy instruction
- Classroom management
- Educational technology
- Teacher mentoring
- Professional collaboration
- Student assessment
- Team leadership
- Community engagement
- Staff training
- Team supervision
- Coaching
- Teamwork and collaboration
Affiliations
• International Literacy Association
• Suburban Council of the International Reading Association
• National Council of Teachers of English
• Illinois Reading League
• Lake County Aspiring Leaders
• Suburban Council of the International Reading Association
• National Council of Teachers of English
• Illinois Reading League
• Lake County Aspiring Leaders
Accomplishments
Lake County Middle School Educator of the Year Nominee-2025
Multiple Ambassador Award Recipient-Adlai E. Stevenson High School
National Society of Leadership and Success
Multiple Ambassador Award Recipient-Adlai E. Stevenson High School
National Society of Leadership and Success
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
EVOLVE Circle Leader/Facilitator
Grayslake Middle School
10.2023 - Current
Eighth-Grade English Language Arts Team Leader
Grayslake Middle School
08.2020 - Current
Mentor Teacher
Grayslake Middle School
01.2018 - Current
PBIS Tier One Member and Coordinator
Illinois
01.2013 - Current
High School English Articulation Committee Member
Grayslake Middle School
11.2008 - Current
Family Read Night and Book Club Coordinator
Illinois
01.2007 - Current
Literary Magazine Sponsor
Illinois
01.2007 - 06.2015
Reading Specialist and English Language Arts Teacher
Grayslake Middle School
08.2006 - Current
Communication Arts Teacher
Adlai Stevenson High School
08.1997 - 06.2006
Communication Arts and Social Studies Resource Center Paraprofessional
Adlai Stevenson High School
08.1996 - 06.1997
Congressional Debate Team Head Coach
Illinois
01.1996 - 01.2006
Ph.D. - Reading, Language, And Literacy
Concordia University Chicago
Master of Arts - Reading
Northeastern Illinois University
Bachelor of Arts - English and Secondary Education
Marquette University