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Renee Thornton

Chicago,IL

Summary

Student-centered high school English teacher with eleven years of experience designing and delivering engaging, standards-based instruction. Skilled in project-based learning to foster real-world connections. Proven ability to support diverse learners through differentiated strategies and inclusive classroom practices.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

English & Art Instructor

Peace and Education Coalition High School
Chicago, Illinois
04.2019 - 06.2025
  • Transitional English instruction: four years of experience.
  • Latin-American and African-American Literature instruction as well as English I, II, and AP Seminar.
  • Project-based learning: developed and delivered units culminating in publicly shared products such as identity quilts and food & culture exhibits.
  • Integrated technology and diverse media content into daily lessons to enhance instruction.
  • Partnered with a diverse learner co-teacher to design effective accommodations and modifications.
  • Maintained accurate and comprehensive records of student progress throughout the school year, providing timely and constructive feedback on written assignments.
  • Provided individualized and differentiated instruction to meet the unique needs and abilities of all learners.
  • Organized field trips to content-enriching events like plays and museums.
  • Served on the instructional leadership team contributing to school-wide educational strategies and improvements.

English Instructor

Thomas Kelly High School
Chicago, Illinois
11.2016 - 04.2019
  • Guided students through the AVID curriculum and built college readiness.
  • Delivered instruction for English I-IV as well as Asian-American Literature and Latin-American Literature

English Instructor

Perspectives Leadership Academy
Chicago, Illinois
08.2014 - 05.2016
  • Developed and delivered instruction for English II and IV.
  • Developed and delivered instruction for English Composition.

Regional Sales Manager

New Directions Sign Service
Fresno, CA
10.2006 - 09.2009
  • Managed key accounts
  • Directed regional territory management,
  • Provided expert technical advice and product support.
  • Participated in industry events.
  • Collaborated with clients.

Education

Secondary Education - English

Roosevelt University
Chicago, IL
08.2012 - 05.2014

Bachelor of Arts - History of Art And Architecture

University of California Santa Barbara
Goleta, CA
09.1999 - 05.2003

Skills

  • Project-Based Learning
  • Social-emotional learning Integration
  • Technology integration
  • Student assessment
  • Lesson planning
  • Classroom management
  • Standards-based curriculum design
  • Culturally responsive practice

Certification

  • English Language Arts 9-12
  • Visual Arts K-12
  • AP Seminar Certified
  • 4 years teaching Transitional English

Timeline

English & Art Instructor

Peace and Education Coalition High School
04.2019 - 06.2025

English Instructor

Thomas Kelly High School
11.2016 - 04.2019

English Instructor

Perspectives Leadership Academy
08.2014 - 05.2016

Secondary Education - English

Roosevelt University
08.2012 - 05.2014

Regional Sales Manager

New Directions Sign Service
10.2006 - 09.2009

Bachelor of Arts - History of Art And Architecture

University of California Santa Barbara
09.1999 - 05.2003

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