Gabrielle Manolis
Willowbrook,IL
Summary
Dedicated Early Childhood Educator with demonstrated ability to motivate and engage students in learning. Manages diverse classrooms and focuses on helping create supportive and stimulating learning environments. Solid multitasking and communication skills combined with unwavering devotion to student success.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Woodridge School District 68
01.2024 - Current
- Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
- Created, managed, and participated in variety of learning environments and activities to support opportunities for students to develop full potential and achieve learning objectives.
- Assisted in curriculum development to align lessons with state standards and improve overall instructional quality.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Fostered social-emotional growth in students through daily morning meetings and conflict resolution strategies.
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
Gower Public Schools
09.2023 - 11.2023
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lessons, promoting a well-rounded education for students.
- Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
Paraprofessional
Gower Public Schools
06.2021 - 06.2023
- Assisted teachers in the development of engaging lesson materials aligned with curriculum standards for various subject areas.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
Teaching Intern
Children of Peace Catholic School/Holy Trinity School for the Deaf
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Observed and participated in special learning opportunities to expand horizons and learn different approaches.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
Moreland University
04.2024
Teacher Certification Program -
Moreland University
11.2023
Bachelor's Degree - American Sign Language (Deaf Studies)
Columbia College Chicago
Chicago, IL2020
Skills
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Lesson Plan Development
- Creative Instruction Style
- Nurturing Environment
- IEP Monitoring
- Disability Adaptation
- Differentiated Instruction
Certification
- Illinois Professional Educator's License: Early Childhood Education (Self Contained General Education) (Birth through 2nd)
- Crisis Prevention & Intervention (CPI) Training Certified
Languages
American Sign Language
Full Professional
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Woodridge School District 68
01.2024 - Current
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
Gower Public Schools
09.2023 - 11.2023
Paraprofessional
Gower Public Schools
06.2021 - 06.2023
Teaching Intern
Children of Peace Catholic School/Holy Trinity School for the Deaf
09.2019 - 12.2019
Master of Arts - Special Education
Moreland University
Teacher Certification Program -
Moreland University
Bachelor's Degree - American Sign Language (Deaf Studies)
Columbia College Chicago
- Illinois Professional Educator's License: Early Childhood Education (Self Contained General Education) (Birth through 2nd)
- Crisis Prevention & Intervention (CPI) Training Certified
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