Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Teacher

Pamela Simonek

Elburn,IL

Summary

Professional educator skilled in engaging students and fostering positive learning environment. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Proficient in creating tailored lesson plans, managing classroom dynamics, and enhancing student performance. Reliable and results-driven, with passion for educational development and student success.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mentor Teacher

East Aurora School District 131
09.2024 - Current
  • Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on instructional strategies and classroom management techniques for successful outcomes.

Teacher

East Aurora School District 131
10.2014 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.

After-School Tutor

East Aurora School District 131
01.2017 - 05.2023
  • Improved students'' overall academic performance by providing one-on-one tutoring in various subjects.
  • Assisted students with homework assignments, ensuring timely completion and thorough understanding of concepts.
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
  • Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
  • Boosted students'' confidence in their abilities through positive reinforcement and constructive feedback.
  • Provided targeted support for students preparing for standardized tests or exams.
  • Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence, and build important learning skills.

Education

Master of Science - English-as-a-Second-Language Education

University of St. Francis
Joliet, IL
12-2019

Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing

Beloit College
Beloit, WI
05-1992

Skills

  • Collaborative learning
  • Teaching strategies
  • Research implementation
  • Peer and student coaching

Certification

Middle School 6-8 Teacher

Junior High 7-8 Teacher

K-9 Teacher

ESL Certified

First AID and CPR and AED

ALICE Training

Google and Newsela Certified

Timeline

Mentor Teacher

East Aurora School District 131
09.2024 - Current

After-School Tutor

East Aurora School District 131
01.2017 - 05.2023

Teacher

East Aurora School District 131
10.2014 - Current

Master of Science - English-as-a-Second-Language Education

University of St. Francis

Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing

Beloit College

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