Marlene Putterman
Deerfield,IL
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience in fostering student engagement and learning. Expert in creating structured classroom environments that enhance educational outcomes. Committed to addressing diverse student needs and facilitating positive learning experiences.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Hebrew/Judaics Teacher
Moriah (Bankier-Boberman) Religions/Hebrew School
Deerfield, Illinois
08.2022 - Current
- Attended professional development workshops on teaching methods and curriculum updates.
- Employed technology-based learning tools to improve classroom instruction.
- Initiated debate-style classroom settings to boost student participation and critical thinking.
Preschool Teacher
Moriah ECC/Early Childhood Center
Deerfield, Illinois
08.2021 - 09.2024
- Established a secure environment for children through proactive safety measures.
- Implemented play-based strategies aligned with Reggio philosophy to enhance experiential learning.
- Encouraged critical thinking by introducing problem-solving activities.
- Participated in professional development workshops to remain updated on early childhood education best practices.
Special Education Teacher
Waukegan School District
Waukegan, Illinois
08.2000 - 06.2021
- Facilitated valuable communication among home, school, service providers, and education staff.
- Co-taught in the general education, inclusion environment, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Served as case manager, developing individualized education plans for diverse students.
- Collaborated with educators to address varying needs in classroom settings.
- Managed meetings, documents, assessments, and timelines efficiently.
- Supported and advocated for students' educational rights.
Education
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Carbondale, IL08-2008
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Carbondale, IL05-1975
Skills
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- Student engagement
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Discussion facilitation
- Adaptability
- Assessment and proctoring
- Creative teaching methods
- Instructional strategies
- Lesson implementation
- Learning strategies
- Reading strategies and note-taking
Timeline
Hebrew/Judaics Teacher
Moriah (Bankier-Boberman) Religions/Hebrew School
08.2022 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Moriah ECC/Early Childhood Center
08.2021 - 09.2024
Special Education Teacher
Waukegan School District
08.2000 - 06.2021
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
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