Dedicated educator with a strong focus on classroom management and curriculum development. Skilled in applying data-driven strategies to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. Committed to fostering academic success and a positive environment through innovative teaching methods.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Fourth Grade Teacher
Ellis Elementary School
Rockford, Illinois
08.2025 - Current
Designed engaging lesson plans that increased student participation and enhanced learning outcomes.
Delivered instruction in core subjects using differentiated teaching strategies.
Managed classroom behavior, fostering a positive learning environment that promoted student engagement.
Communicated regularly with parents about student progress and classroom events.
Utilized data from standardized tests to design targeted interventions for individual students.
Facilitated targeted small group instruction on reading comprehension strategies, supporting struggling readers' improvement.
Created a safe classroom environment conducive to learning by enforcing school rules and regulations.
Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that maximized student engagement.
Student Teacher, Third Grade
Country Trails Elementary
Elgin , IL
08.2024 - 05.2025
Facilitated classroom discussions that increased student engagement and participation.
Provided individual support to students with varying needs and abilities.
Collaborated with teachers to create innovative teaching methods that enhanced learning experiences.
Developed and implemented activities that fostered positive behavior and classroom community.
Implemented differentiated instruction based on student abilities and interests.
Administrative Assistant
Haumiller Engineering Company
South Elgin, Illinois
06.2020 - 12.2024
Organized files, developed spreadsheets, and managed front desk operations to ensure efficient office functionality.
Collaborated with team members to streamline administrative procedures, resulting in improved workflow.
Maintained positive relationships with clients through timely communication and diligent follow-up.
Answered phone calls and emails to provide information, resulting in effective business correspondence.
Entered data into spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel or other similar programs.
Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
Facilitated communication between different departments within the organization.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL
05.2025
Associate of Arts -
Elgin Community College
Elgin, IL
05.2023
Skills
Curriculum development
Instructional strategies
Classroom management
Data-driven instruction
Social-emotional learning
Team collaboration
Effective communication
Affiliations
Ellis Elementary School Leadership Team (August 2025 - Present)