Elizabeth Ruppe
Chicago,IL
Summary
Experienced educator with extensive supervisory experience. Skilled in differentiated instruction and classroom management. Proven ability to create engaging lesson plans and implement IEPs, enhancing student success in diverse learning environments. Ready to use these skills to support future educators.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Chicago Public Schools, Shields Elementary
Chicago, IL
08.2024 - Current
- Collaborate with regular education teacher to provide age- and developmentally- appropriate instruction to a blended classroom containing 70% typically developing students, and 30% students with IEPs.
- Ensure a strong balance of teacher- led and student- led activities.
- Build partnerships with parents and caregivers
- Create and implement IEPs
- Implement behavioral management strategies in classroom settings.
Regular Classroom Teacher
Chicago Public Schools, Shields Elementary
Chicago, IL
08.2019 - 06.2024
- Collaborated with special education teacher to create and implement engaging lesson plans.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance student understanding and participation.
- Implemented diverse instructional strategies to accommodate various learning styles.
- Managed classroom behavior to create a positive learning environment.
- Participated in professional development workshops to refine teaching practices.
- Differentiate instruction based on individual student needs and abilities.
Director
Total Child Preschool and Child Care Center
Evanston , IL
06.2013 - 08.2019
- Ensured a safe, nurturing environment in line with state regulations and standards.
- Coordinated parent-teacher communication to enhance family engagement and support.
- Oversaw staff training and professional development to improve teaching practices.
- Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
Principal
Pilgrim Lutheran School
Chicago, IL
06.2011 - 08.2013
- Managed staff performance through regular evaluations and professional development sessions.
- Oversaw daily operations ensuring a safe and welcoming school environment.
- Managed school administration operations and organized teacher schedules, student registration processes and class orientation sessions.
Preschool Teacher
Pilgrim Lutheran School
Chicago Heights, IL
08.2000 - 06.2011
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse preschool learners.
- Fostered a nurturing classroom environment to support children's emotional development.
- Implemented age-appropriate activities to enhance cognitive skills and creativity.
- Evaluated student progress through observations and assessments regularly.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians by regularly communicating student progress.
Education
Letter of Approval - Early Childhood Special Education
National Louis University
Chicago, IL08-2023
Certification - Teaching English As A Second Language
Dominican University
River Forest, IL05-2021
Master of Arts - School Leadership
Concordia University
Chicago, IL05-2009
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
National Louis University
Chicago, IL06-2000
Bachelor of Science - Consumer And Family Science
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN05-1983
Skills
Deep understanding of early childhood development
Collaborative supervision
Classroom management skills
Creative lesson planning
Organization
Problem solving
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Chicago Public Schools, Shields Elementary
08.2024 - Current
Regular Classroom Teacher
Chicago Public Schools, Shields Elementary
08.2019 - 06.2024
Director
Total Child Preschool and Child Care Center
06.2013 - 08.2019
Principal
Pilgrim Lutheran School
06.2011 - 08.2013
Preschool Teacher
Pilgrim Lutheran School
08.2000 - 06.2011
Letter of Approval - Early Childhood Special Education
National Louis University
Certification - Teaching English As A Second Language
Dominican University
Master of Arts - School Leadership
Concordia University
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
National Louis University
Bachelor of Science - Consumer And Family Science
Purdue University