Kathryn Quesnel
Lemont,IL
Summary
Enthusiastic Elementary Education teacher with a knack for making learning exciting and enjoyable. Motivated by the belief that all children can be successful learners. Caring teacher demonstrating skill in strategic classroom management and effective discipline. Teacher focused on implementing highly effective instructional practices to improve student learning and academic performance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
2nd Grade Teacher
Mark Delay School -Darien School District 61
Darien , IL
2020.08 - Current
- Utilized a variety of instructional techniques and materials to engage all students in the learning process and to accommodate different learning styles.
- Built positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators.
- Planned and implemented social emotional lessons.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement
Maternity Leave Substitute-Kindergarten
Mark Delay School
Darien , IL
2019.08 - 2019.10
- Developed and deepened relationships with students, family members and faculty to promote optimal student learning environments
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules
- Communicated with parents regarding lesson plans and upcoming activities and provided feedback on student performance
Long Term Substitute Teacher- 2nd Grade
Center School
Orland Park , IL
2018.12 - 2019.05
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules
- Administered and graded tests and quizzes and reported performance to primary teacher
First Grade Teacher
School District 89-Roosevelt Elementary School
Broadview , IL
2017.08 - 2018.06
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardized tests
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement
Kindergarten Teacher
School District 89-Jane Addams Elementary School
910 Division St. Melrose Park , IL
2013.08 - 2017.06
- Collaborated in planning, organizing and implementing instructional programs to facilitate academic, intellectual and social development
- Established and maintained rapport with other staff, students, and parents to facilitate communication and academic progress
- Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature and handwriting
Kindergarten Teacher
School District 89- Roosevelt Elementary School
1927 St. 15th Ave. Broaview , IL
2008.08 - 2013.05
- Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature and handwriting
- Collaborated in planning, organizing and implementing instructional programs to facilitate academic, intellectual and social development
- Planned, implemented, monitored and assessed classroom instructional program
- Established and maintained rapport with other staff, students, and parents to facilitate communication and academic progress
First Grade Teacher
School District 89- Roosevelt Elementary School
1927 S. 15th Ave. Broadview , IL
2007.08 - 2008.05
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardized tests
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement
Preschool Teacher
School District 89
906 Walton St. Melrose Park , IL. 60160
2003.08 - 2007.05
- Applied play-based strategies, including crafts and games, to provide diverse approaches to learning
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities
- Used classroom observations to create written assessments of student performance
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors
Education
Endorsement - English as a Second Language
University of Phoenix
2017
Master of Arts - Reading
St. Xavier University
2007
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Eastern Illinois University
2003
Skills
- Positive and encouraging
- Creative lesson planning
- Instructional best practices
- Technology Integration
- Assessment Tools
- Guided Reading
- Kind and empathetic educator
- Classroom Management
Timeline
2nd Grade Teacher
Mark Delay School -Darien School District 61
2020.08 - Current
Maternity Leave Substitute-Kindergarten
Mark Delay School
2019.08 - 2019.10
Long Term Substitute Teacher- 2nd Grade
Center School
2018.12 - 2019.05
First Grade Teacher
School District 89-Roosevelt Elementary School
2017.08 - 2018.06
Kindergarten Teacher
School District 89-Jane Addams Elementary School
2013.08 - 2017.06
Kindergarten Teacher
School District 89- Roosevelt Elementary School
2008.08 - 2013.05
First Grade Teacher
School District 89- Roosevelt Elementary School
2007.08 - 2008.05
Preschool Teacher
School District 89
2003.08 - 2007.05
Endorsement - English as a Second Language
University of Phoenix
Master of Arts - Reading
St. Xavier University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Eastern Illinois University
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