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Overview
Work History
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Honors And Accomplishments
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Mokita Carpenter

Park Forest,Illinois

Summary

Dynamic educator with an English degree and a proven track record in literacy development, adept at designing data-driven learning plans and fostering strong relationships with students and families. Skilled in reading techniques and educational assessments, I excel in motivating diverse learners while promoting social and emotional growth through innovative curriculum development.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Reading Teacher

Bloom Township High School District 206
Chicago Heights, USA
08.2022 - Current
  • Adapted lessons according to the needs of diverse learners, including those with special educational requirements.
  • Analyzed student performance data to prescribe targeted remediation and enrichment strategies.
  • Cultivated inclusive classroom environment that promoted social and academic growth.
  • Integrated diverse texts and engaging activities into lesson plans to enhance motivation.
  • Engaged students in meaningful conversations about literature topics, using higher-order questioning techniques.

English Language Arts Interventionist

Lincoln SD156
Calumet City, USA
08.2006 - 07.2022
  • Instructed students in standardized subjects as well as general learning strategies and skills for social development and character.
  • Design data-driven support and individualized goal-oriented learning plans
  • Adapted instructional techniques to appropriate ages and skill levels of supervised students.
  • Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.

Teacher Leader

Lincoln SD156
Calumet City, USA
01.2017 - 01.2022
  • Design and implement Social Emotional Learning Project-Based Curriculum
  • Curriculum content advisor
  • Presenter and trainer -Positive Behavior Interventions and Support (PBIS & Social Emotional Learning) initiative
  • Cultural programming facilitator/creative director for assemblies and project-based learning initiatives

Education

Master of Science - Reading Specialist

National-Louis University
Chicago, IL
06.2024

Master of Arts - Teaching & Education

Chicago State University
Chicago, IL
06.2004

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature & Language

DePaul University
Chicago, IL
06.1998

Skills

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Commitment to learning and personal growth
  • Facilitation
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Ability to build and sustain stakeholder relationships
  • Ability to troubleshoot and resolve concerns
  • Reading techniques and educational assessments
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Data collection
  • Ability to motivate and lead
  • Adaptability

Affiliations

  • NEA EdAction Team member
  • IEA Racial and Social Justice Dept Book Study Facilitator
  • IEA Leaders for Just Schools

Volunteer Experience

  • DuPage County- NAACP- Youth Communication Committee, 2024, Current
  • LMG Ladies Mentoring Group, 2023, Current, facilitator
  • Trail African-American Culture Club, 2023, Current, adviser
  • Girl Talk Mentor Group, 2015, 2022, Program Coordinator
  • Boy Talk Mentor Group, Lincoln SD156, 2017, 2022, Co-Coordinator
  • Pop Warner/ Calumet City Thunderbolts Football & Cheer organization, 2011, 2017, Scholastic Coordinator & Tutor

Honors And Accomplishments

  • Calumet City Teacher of the Year, 2014
  • Making a Difference Award, Lincoln School, 2016
  • Lions Club Teacher of the Year, 2017
  • Presenter, 2nd Annual Girls Empowerment Conference, Dist. 215, 2019

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Reading Teacher

Bloom Township High School District 206
08.2022 - Current

Teacher Leader

Lincoln SD156
01.2017 - 01.2022

English Language Arts Interventionist

Lincoln SD156
08.2006 - 07.2022

Master of Science - Reading Specialist

National-Louis University

Master of Arts - Teaching & Education

Chicago State University

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature & Language

DePaul University

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