Gina Judon-Morris
Chicago,Illinois
Summary
Versatile educator and administrator skilled in curriculum development and classroom management. Expertise in building rapport with students while executing lesson plans that promote a supportive learning environment and enhance organizational effectiveness.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Cadre Substitute Teacher
Chicago Public Schools
Chicago, USA
10.2022 - Current
- Implemented best practices during teacher absences to enhance student engagement.
- Executed detailed lesson plans for absent teachers to ensure continuity in learning.
- Built rapport with students to maintain a supportive learning environment while substituting.
Substitute Teacher
Morgan Park Academy
Chicago, USA
10.2018 - 10.2022
- Delivered instruction to students from Kindergarten to 12th grade during teacher absences, ensuring continuity of learning and effective classroom management.
- Delivered engaging lessons across various subjects to diverse student groups.
- Managed classroom behavior to create a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with teachers to implement lesson plans and instructional strategies.
Co-Lead Junior Team/ Teacher
John F. Kennedy High School
Chicago, USA
09.2004 - 03.2016
- Co-Led English teacher for Junior Team (2011-2015)
- Taught Junior Honors American Literature and College Prep Writing, also taught English III (American Literature), English IV (British Literature), Co-Lab and Regular classes
- Created and executed lesson plans and assessments through backwards mapping.
- Monitored and maintained a positive learning environment to foster student engagement.
- Planned and collaborated with Junior team teachers to enhance curriculum delivery.
- Led English teacher for Sophomore English (2008-2010)
Secretary
Loyola University Water Tower Campus
Chicago, Illinois
03.1989 - 11.1992
- Supported Director in coordinating fundraising initiatives for nine Loyola Schools to enhance alumni engagement
- Calculated and typed weekly report on incoming alumni funds to track contributions
- Typed general office correspondence and memorandums to facilitate communication for Alumni Relations Director
- Answered telephones and followed up on incoming alumni requests
Education
Master’s Degree - Arts in Educational Counseling
Concordia University Chicago
River Forest05-2010
Bachelor’s Degree - Arts in Education (Secondary/English)
Chicago State University
Chicago, IL06-2001
Skills
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Differentiated instruction
- Behavioral interventions
- Curriculum development
- Administrative skills
References
Available Upon Request
Associations Teams
- Member of Literacy Team (2008-2009)
- Lead Teacher for Sophomore English Team (2008-2010)
- Served as member of Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) (2009-2010)
- Co-Lead for Junior English Team (2011-2015)
- Founder/Leader, Project S.C.O.R.E. (Solidarity, Character, Optimism, Resilience, Empowerment) Mentoring Program (2014-2015)
Experience Qualifications
- Typing skills 75 WPM
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
- Planned, organized, and conducted staff development with Literacy Team
- Assisted administration with preparation/planning for ACT/PSAE testing/preparation
- Assisted college/career coach with creation, organization, and planning for Career/College Center (counselor internship)
- Assisted upperclassmen with college preparation: applications, personal statements, letters of recommendation (writing/editing) (teacher/counselor internship)
- Assisted Assistant-Principal and staff with creating new rules/procedures for disciplinary action and interventions for students on PBIS team
Timeline
Cadre Substitute Teacher
Chicago Public Schools
10.2022 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Morgan Park Academy
10.2018 - 10.2022
Co-Lead Junior Team/ Teacher
John F. Kennedy High School
09.2004 - 03.2016
Secretary
Loyola University Water Tower Campus
03.1989 - 11.1992
Master’s Degree - Arts in Educational Counseling
Concordia University Chicago
Bachelor’s Degree - Arts in Education (Secondary/English)
Chicago State University