Gisselle Sosa
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dynamic teacher with a passion for fostering academic growth and cultivating a positive classroom environment. Proficient in multitasking, time management, and clear communication, dedicated to empowering students to achieve their fullest potential. Skilled in delivering engaging instruction and nurturing supportive learning settings to facilitate optimal learning experiences.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sabbath School Teacher
Blue Island Seventh Day Adventist Church
01.2018 - Current
- Boosted student engagement with interactive and hands-on activities, fostering positive learning environment.
- Cultivated strong relationships with students and their families, promoting open communication and collaboration.
- Facilitated and organized summer camp programs.
- Prepared age-appropriate weekly lesson plans aligned with church teachings.
Student Teacher
Adlai E. Stevenson Elementary School
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Designed and executed student-centered and culturally responsive lessons.
- Implemented assessment tools to monitor student progress, adjusting lesson plans as needed to address areas of struggle or mastery.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Designed lessons on for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
- Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
Student Observer
Chicago Public Schools CPS
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Facilitated whole group and small group activities.
- Developed strong rapport with both colleagues and students, encouraging open communication and collaboration.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Urban Education
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL05.2024
Associate of Science -
Malcolm X College
Chicago, IL05.2021
High School Diploma -
John Hancock College Prep
Chicago, IL06.2019
Certification
- Lesson development
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Differentiated Instruction
- Technology Integration
- Classroom Management
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
CERTIFICATIONS:
- Professional Educator License (PEL)
- Endorsements: Early Childhood, Middle School Language Arts
Timeline
Student Teacher
Adlai E. Stevenson Elementary School
08.2023 - 04.2024
Student Observer
Chicago Public Schools CPS
08.2022 - 05.2023
Sabbath School Teacher
Blue Island Seventh Day Adventist Church
01.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Urban Education
University of Illinois At Chicago
Associate of Science -
Malcolm X College
High School Diploma -
John Hancock College Prep
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