MARIA PEREZ
ELMHURST,IL
Summary
Dynamic Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at DuPage HSD 88, adept at data evaluation and fostering student engagement. Skilled in corrective action planning and communication, I implemented tailored learning plans that significantly enhanced academic growth and collaboration among students and staff. Passionate about driving impactful educational outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
DUPAGE HSD 88 SCHOOL DISTRICT
Elmhurst, IL
08.2021 - Current
- Fostered positive learning environment, boosting student engagement
- Implemented tailored learning plans, enhancing academic growth
- Coordinated projects, promoting teamwork and enriched learning
- Analyzed data, targeted interventions improving comprehension
GOLDEN APPLE SCHOLAR
Golden Apple Foundation
Chicago, Illinois
07.2017 - Current
- Designed interactive workshops, enhancing student participation and retention
- Analyzed program data to inform decisions and boost student achievements
- Facilitated stakeholder meetings to align goals and amplify program impact
ACADEMIC COACH
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, Illinois
08.2018 - 05.2021
- Coached student-athletes, boosting study habits
- Assessed progress, improving academic performance
- Facilitated faculty communication, ensuring academic success
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign College of Education
Champaign, Illinois
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Analyzed AAC usage, enhancing user training and engagement
- Streamlined data coding for research accuracy and faster reporting
- Gathered feedback to foster supportive AAC environment
TEACHING ASSISTANT
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign College of Education
Champaign, Illinois
08.2019 - 10.2019
- Facilitated discussions enhancing collaboration
- Coordinated grading, improving learning
- Partnered with faculty for educational goals
FILE CLERK-SUMMER INTERN
Engler Callaway Baasten & Sraga, LLC
Oak Brook, Illinois
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Organized case files, improving retrieval and workflow
- Assisted attorneys, enhancing team productivity
- Reviewed records, identifying gaps and facilitating access
AFTER-SCHOOL SUPERVISOR
Elmhurst
Elmhurst, Illinois
01.2017 - 05.2017
- Boosted academic performance by assisting students with homework
- Facilitated effective communication between staff and families
- Supervised daily activities, ensuring student safety
Education
MASTER OF SCIENCE - TEACHING ENGLISH AS A SECOND OR FOREIGN LANGUAGE
University of St. Francis
Joliet, IL05.2024
BACHELORS OF SCIENCE - SPECIAL EDUCATION AND TEACHING
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL12.2021
Skills
- Data evaluation and analysis
- Corrective action planning
- Policy development and guidance
- Communication skills
- Service coordination
Languages
- English, Native
- Greek, Proficient
- Spanish, Proficient
Certification
- GOOGLE CERTIFIED EDUCATOR LEVEL 2-Google
- PROTECTION OF HUMAN SUBJECTS IN SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL RESEARCH CITI Program
- CPR & AED-American Red Cross
Timeline
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
DUPAGE HSD 88 SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2021 - Current
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign College of Education
01.2020 - 01.2021
TEACHING ASSISTANT
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign College of Education
08.2019 - 10.2019
FILE CLERK-SUMMER INTERN
Engler Callaway Baasten & Sraga, LLC
05.2019 - 08.2019
ACADEMIC COACH
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
08.2018 - 05.2021
GOLDEN APPLE SCHOLAR
Golden Apple Foundation
07.2017 - Current
AFTER-SCHOOL SUPERVISOR
Elmhurst
01.2017 - 05.2017
MASTER OF SCIENCE - TEACHING ENGLISH AS A SECOND OR FOREIGN LANGUAGE
University of St. Francis
BACHELORS OF SCIENCE - SPECIAL EDUCATION AND TEACHING
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
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