Lisa Kovacik
Elmhurst,IL
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
ESL Tutor
Literacy DuPage
06.2023 - Current
- Assess student learning needs and provide relevant instruction to close language gaps.
- Work closely with student on specific language struggles, reviewing materials and assignments to offer targeted help.
- Provide varied methods of learning to keep student motivated.
- Facilitated in student's progress to next proficiency level
- Meet with learner once weekly for two hours.
Elementary School Teacher
Elmhurst School District 205
09.1990 - 05.2010
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Developed problem-solving and critical-thinking skills by presenting challenges to boost self-esteem and performance.
- Implemented engaging hands-on activities to reinforce fundamental concepts, resulting in increased student motivation and participation.
- Consistent communication with parents as needs arose.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support for all students.
- Effectively collaborated with fellow teachers and administrators.
Education
Library Technology Assistant
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL05.2010
Master of Science - Special Education
Dominican University
River Forest, IL05.2000
Bachelor of Arts - English
Rockford College
Rockford, IL05.1981
Skills
- Encouraging and Motivating Student
- Learning Techniques
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Lesson Planning
- Creative Thinking and Collaboration
Timeline
ESL Tutor
Literacy DuPage
06.2023 - Current
Elementary School Teacher
Elmhurst School District 205
09.1990 - 05.2010
Library Technology Assistant
College of DuPage
Master of Science - Special Education
Dominican University
Bachelor of Arts - English
Rockford College