Elizabeth Hall
Lake Villa,IL
Summary
Dedicated educator with a passion for student success, aspiring to move into an Assistant Principal position. Committed to promoting instructional excellence, cultivating a positive school environment, and guaranteeing equity and academic success for all students. Proficient in collaborative leadership and strategic decision-making to achieve favorable results within the school community. Excited to utilize my experience and skills to facilitate the progress and advancement of students and staff.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Freshman Seminar Lead Teacher
Waukegan High School
08.2020 - Current
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Used data-driven decision-making processes to analyze student performance trends and adjust instructional practices accordingly, leading to improved outcomes.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Organized field trips that enriched classroom learning experiences by connecting students with real-world applications of course concepts.
- Responsible for designing and implementing the curriculum to ensure alignment with school-wide academic goals and to meet the diverse needs of our student population. In the absence of a designated academic chair, I have taken on a leadership role, guiding the vision and structure of the program. I facilitate collaborative meetings with educators to share best practices, address challenges, and maintain consistent, high-quality instruction across all sections. My leadership has contributed to improved student engagement and academic success in the program.
Fifth Grade Teacher
Clearview Elementary
08.2016 - 05.2020
- Assists in designing common core curriculum related technology lessons that are differentiated and engaging.
- Utilizes technologies such as chromebooks, iPads, desktop computers, SmartBoard, Smart Notebook to enhance classroom instruction.
- Develops and presents professional development for staff.
- Actively seeks own professional development (ie: Seesaw Embassador).
- Observe and evaluated students' performance, behavior, social development and physical health.
First Grade Teacher
Lyon Magnet Elementary
08.2012 - 01.2016
- Enhanced student learning by optimizing wide range of instructional approaches and innovative classroom activities.
- Created lesson plans, administered praise and constructive criticism, instructs students on subjects such as science, literature, and math and created a well-rounded, comprehensive instructional program.
- Created instructional resources for use in the classroom.
- Created positive educational climate for students to learn.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions.
First Grade Teacher
North Elementary
08.2009 - 01.2016
- Develop lesson plans and instructional ideas according to school and state standard develop and maintain students behavioral and discipline polices.
- Use different assessment methods to evaluate student progress, their academic strengths and weakness.
- Develop positive parent teacher relationship and promote parent teacher partnership.
- Attend educational trainings and workshops for professional growth.
- Instructional Leadership Team member.
- Open Mindset Committee Group Leader.
- Lost at School Committee Leader.
- Positive Behavior Intervention Systems (PBIS) Committee member.
- Hawks Committee Member.
- Team Leader.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership And Management
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ04-2024
Bachelors of Arts - Elementary Education
NATIONAL-LOUIS UNIVERSITY
06.2008
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Accomplishments
- I serve as the school’s PBIS Internal Coach, where I lead weekly team meetings, develop agendas, and guide the implementation of positive behavior supports across the building. I collaborate with staff to analyze behavior data, develop interventions, and foster a culture of positive behavior and student accountability.
- I am also an active member of the Building Discipline Committee, where we review discipline data and help shape equitable and effective behavior policies.
- I serve on the Staff Culture Committee, where I help plan events and activities aimed at building morale, strengthening relationships, and promoting a positive and inclusive work environment for staff.
Timeline
Freshman Seminar Lead Teacher
Waukegan High School
08.2020 - Current
Fifth Grade Teacher
Clearview Elementary
08.2016 - 05.2020
First Grade Teacher
Lyon Magnet Elementary
08.2012 - 01.2016
First Grade Teacher
North Elementary
08.2009 - 01.2016
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership And Management
Grand Canyon University
Bachelors of Arts - Elementary Education
NATIONAL-LOUIS UNIVERSITY
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