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Linda A. Siota

Roselle,IL

Summary

Results-focused Elementary School Teacher skilled in effective teaching methods to promote measurable student success. Excellent classroom management skills through the use of proactive strategies.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

2nd Grade Teacher / Grade Level Chairperson

Ruben P. Diaz Elementary School
07.2014 - 06.2024
  • Skillfully developed and implemented engaging and challenging lesson plans which measurably facilitated student academic growth
  • Consistently ensured all developed and diversified lesson plans complied with Common Core Curriculum
  • Administered student performance assessments which incorporated rigor and cumulative data to determine areas of weakness or improvement; adjusted lesson plans to better meet the needs of students when necessary
  • Remained in constant contact with parents to communicate student progress, performance, or behavioral issues

Special Education Para Professional

School District U-46
01.2002 - 06.2014
  • Delivered one-on-one assistance to students in regular, Advanced Placement, and special education classrooms
  • Productively managed relationships with staff and parents to maximize support and satisfaction with student academic development
  • Maintained accurate and updated records of data, student performance, and Individual Education Plans (IEPs)

Student Teacher (6th Grade)

Coleman Elementary School
01.2009 - 04.2009
  • Actively assisted students with achieving their academic goals
  • Conducted student assessments to evaluate their understanding of existing lessons
  • Worked with teachers in creating effective unit plans
  • Closely observed main teacher operations and lesson plan development to gain hands-on experience

Education

Master of Education - Curriculum & Reading Instruction

Grand Canyon University
01.2014

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Grand Canyon University
05-2009

Skills

  • Materials sourcing
  • Multimedia instruction
  • Academic record keeping
  • Standardized tests
  • Safety awareness
  • Student assessment

Community Service

  • Mentor Teacher for Student Teacher, University of Las Vegas
  • Troop Leader / Event Coordinator, Girl Scouts USA
  • Court Appointed Legal Guardian for Special Needs Individual, Kenosha County Wisconsin
  • Field Coach, Special Olympics USA

Profile

  • Highly accomplished Elementary School Teacher eager to contribute 10+ years of professional experience in ESL Instruction, Curriculum Development, and Strategic Planning toward maximizing student success
  • Successful track record in developing proper instructional techniques to aid in the development of students
  • Strategically prioritize, coordinate, and manage multiple classroom activities to maximize daily workflow and achieve critical student performance goals
  • Dynamic communication and interpersonal relation skills with a continual commitment in cultivating a positive classroom environment conducive to student learning
  • Strong ability to motivate and lead large groups of students to achieve academic objectives
  • Highly adaptable individual with experience teaching students with diverse needs at a variety of ages

Professional Development

  • English Language Acquisition Development Certification (ESL), Sierra Nevada College, 2020
  • Family & Parental Involvement, Southern Utah University, 2020
  • Self-Contained General Education: Kindergarten – 9th Grade, Language Arts Endorsement: Middle Grades, Reading Teacher Endorsement, Illinois Professional Educator’s License
  • Licensed Teacher: Kindergarten – 8th Grade, State of Nevada License for Educational Personnel

Timeline

2nd Grade Teacher / Grade Level Chairperson

Ruben P. Diaz Elementary School
07.2014 - 06.2024

Student Teacher (6th Grade)

Coleman Elementary School
01.2009 - 04.2009

Special Education Para Professional

School District U-46
01.2002 - 06.2014

Master of Education - Curriculum & Reading Instruction

Grand Canyon University

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Grand Canyon University
Linda A. Siota