Mokita Carpenter
Lansing,IL
Summary
Dedicated and creative teacher responsible for providing high-level literacy learning experiences to both readers and writers who struggle and those who succeed. Prescribing, teaching, and assessing the course of study that provides tiered levels of support. A proven track record of adapting curriculum to support individual and group academic success. Motivational leader with an engaging and adaptable style. Forward-thinking and resourceful professional with 20 years of instructing expertise. Ready to apply extensive experience in education to a new role. Pursuing new professional challenges with room for advancement.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Reading Teacher
Bloom Township High School District 206
Chicago Heights, IL
08.2022 - Current
- Contribute to school-wide literacy initiatives by participating in committees focused on curriculum development, assessment practices, and teacher training programs.
- Create positive and engaging environment in classroom that encouraged literacy skills.
- Increase student motivation by incorporating diverse texts and engaging activities in lesson plans.
- Enhance reading comprehension by implementing guided reading groups and targeted literacy instruction.
- Promote critical thinking skills through use of higher-level questioning techniques during class discussions and written assignments.
- Implemented reading lessons for 75+ high school intervention students.
Teacher Leader
Lincoln Elementary School District #156
Calumet City, Il
- Proponent for Diverse, Equal and Inclusive lesson planning, culturally responsive teaching
- Created curriculum for Debate and Public Speaking class
- Designed and implemented Social Emotional Learning Project-Based Learning Curriculum
- Positive Behavior Interventions and Support facilitator and team member
- Curriculum team member and content advisor worked collaboratively to assess progress and make necessary modifications to implement district literacy programs
- Community liaison - guest speaker & services coordination
- Advisor 8th grade promotion ceremony
- Presenter and trainer (PBIS & Social Emotional Learning)
- Cultural programming facilitator
- Creative director- Cinco de Mayo, Hispanic Heritage Assemblies and project-based learning (middle school)
- Coordinator of Black History and MLK assemblies (school-wide 2009-2020).
English Language Arts Instruction (gr 5- 8)
Lincoln Elementary School District #156
Calumet City, Il
08.2006 - 07.2022
- Provide instruction using standards-based curriculum and research-proven teaching strategies to meet varying needs and interests of students
- Design data-driven student support and individualized goal-oriented learning plan for approximately 30-45 readers
- Use of range of effective strategies and ability to analyze instruction
- Maintain accurate and complete student records, prepared reports to support learning goals
- Identify student needs and collaborate with other professional staff in assessing and helping students solve learning problems
- Apply professional development to implement in-depth diagnostic measures or additional assessments as determined by school administration
- Demonstrated interest and initiative in professional improvement
- Record of communicating and interacting with students, parents, staff, and community.
ELA Interventionist (gr K, 4-8)
Lincoln Elementary School District 156
Calumet City, Il
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Implement scientifically-based reading and writing research strategies to enable students to develop competencies and skills to be successful readers and writers
- Employ appropriate core and supplemental intervention materials that align with state and common core standards
- Provide individual and group instruction designed to meet individual needs and motivate students
- Evaluate academic growth of 30-45 students and maintain appropriate records
- Administer and interpret assessment data to determine adequate progress, determine those in need of supplemental intensive intervention
- Document and manage digital student records & curriculum resources
- Integration of technological resources in classroom-Virtual Teaching.
Classroom Teacher
Dolton SD 149
Calumet City, Il
08.2001 - 06.2005
- Responsible for Curriculum, Content, and Instruction (1st-5th grade classroom)
- Established clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate these objectives to students
- Instruction of best practice reading and writing strategies
- Instructor- Supplemental Educational Services (SES).
Education
Specialist of Education - Reading Specialist
National-Louis University
Chicago, IL06.2024
Master of Arts in Teaching & Education -
Chicago State University
Chicago, Illinois06.2004
Bachelor of Arts, English Literature & Language -
DePaul University
Chicago, Illinois06.1998
Skills
- Excellent presentation and facilitator skill
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong content knowledge and delivery methods
- Interfaces with all professional levels, community, & stakeholders
- Collaborative learning
- Ability to lead, motivate, and effectively manage group and provide vision for goals and direction of team
- Data-driven decision-making
- Commitment to optimizing positive student learning
- Student needs assessment & engagement
- Flexible approach
- Comprehension Techniques
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
Volunteer Experience
- Girl Talk Mentor Group, Program Coordinator, 2015-Present, Lincoln Elementary
- Boy Talk Mentor Group, Co-Coordinator, 2017-Present, Lincoln Elementary
- Scholastic Coordinator & Tutor, Pop Warner/ Calumet City Thunderbolts Football & Cheer org, 2011-2017
Timeline
Reading Teacher
Bloom Township High School District 206
08.2022 - Current
ELA Interventionist (gr K, 4-8)
Lincoln Elementary School District 156
01.2017 - 01.2021
English Language Arts Instruction (gr 5- 8)
Lincoln Elementary School District #156
08.2006 - 07.2022
Classroom Teacher
Dolton SD 149
08.2001 - 06.2005
Teacher Leader
Lincoln Elementary School District #156
Specialist of Education - Reading Specialist
National-Louis University
Master of Arts in Teaching & Education -
Chicago State University
Bachelor of Arts, English Literature & Language -
DePaul University