Mary Beth Joutras
Oak Brook,IL
Summary
Passionate, dedicated, enthusiastic Catholic Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction. differentiated learning and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Religious Education Teacher
St. Issac Jogues
Hinsdale, IL
09.2016 - 04.2017
- Supported faith filled, engaging, fun and smooth-running lessons by helping with organization and planning.
- Engaged students by encouraging participation in class Catholic Education and sharing thoughts on subjects under discussion.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
4th Grade Educator
St. Raphael Catholic School & Preschool
Naperville, IL
02.2006 - 06.2010
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance skills and keep learner attention.
- Differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Managed classroom activities, parent conferences, and lesson plans.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Tutor
St. Raphael Catholic School
Naperville, IL
06.2007 - 08.2007
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify skills that need improvement.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Provided learning materials for students.
Student Teacher
George Washington Middle School
Lyons, IL
08.2006 - 11.2006
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff and students.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Designed lessons on for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
2nd Grade Teacher Assistant
St. Francis Xavier Catholic School
Lagrange, IL
10.2005 - 06.2006
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Assisted teachers with supervision and care of group of 25 children.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Sales Associate
Edward Don & Company
Woodridge, IL
09.2004 - 07.2005
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Completed orders and organized product deliveries to meet customer timetables.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
- Boosted sales by conferring with customers to evaluate purchase requirements and recommend best-fit company offerings.
Education
Master of Education - Education
National Louis University
Chicago, IL11.2006
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN05.2004
Skills
- Class and lesson planning
- Written Communication
- Dependable and Responsible
- Problem-Solving
Timeline
Religious Education Teacher
St. Issac Jogues
09.2016 - 04.2017
Tutor
St. Raphael Catholic School
06.2007 - 08.2007
Student Teacher
George Washington Middle School
08.2006 - 11.2006
4th Grade Educator
St. Raphael Catholic School & Preschool
02.2006 - 06.2010
2nd Grade Teacher Assistant
St. Francis Xavier Catholic School
10.2005 - 06.2006
Sales Associate
Edward Don & Company
09.2004 - 07.2005
Master of Education - Education
National Louis University
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Purdue University
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