Leigan Westphal
Bourbonnais,IL
Summary
Passionate teacher enthusiastic about promoting learning with hands-on activities, adapted class lesson plans and individualized support. Skilled in motivating students through building relationships with positive encouragement. Respectful and friendly collaborator commended for encouraging understanding and acceptance of differences.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Manteno Elementary School
Manteno, IL
12.2023 - Current
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Utilized a variety of teaching techniques to engage all students in the learning process.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to ensure student comprehension of material.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students by setting clear expectations and implementing appropriate disciplinary actions when necessary.
- Collaborated with others to discuss expectations of students as well as myself.
Summer Camp Supervisor
Normal Parks and Recreation
Normal, IL
06.2022 - 08.2024
- Monitored camper behavior during activities, effectively handling discipline situations and encouraging positive behavior.
- Offered campers compassionate support for personal and social issues, helping each develop positive skills for dealing with interpersonal conflicts.
- Arranged packed activity schedule with numerous outdoor activities, crafts and learning opportunities.
- Conferred with parents about student behaviors and answered questions.
Before and After School Supervisor
Normal Parks and Recreation
Normal, IL
09.2021 - 05.2023
- Conferred with parents about student behaviors and answered questions.
- Supported behavior control strategies with implementation of district-approved techniques.
- Planned and organized recreational activities for large and small groups of students.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Illinois State University
Normal, IL12-2023
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Written and Oral Communications
- Problem-Solving Ability
- Behavior Monitoring and Management
- Leadership
- Composure and Emotional Control
- Activity Planning and Coordination
Timeline
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Manteno Elementary School
12.2023 - Current
Summer Camp Supervisor
Normal Parks and Recreation
06.2022 - 08.2024
Before and After School Supervisor
Normal Parks and Recreation
09.2021 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Illinois State University
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