Sara Breeden
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Reading Specialist
District 73 - Middle School North
08.2016 - Current
- Enhanced reading comprehension by implementing targeted literacy interventions and strategies.
- Provided ongoing support for struggling readers by offering small group instruction.
- Developed individualized learning plans for diverse learners, addressing specific literacy needs and goals.
- Cultivated a supportive learning environment that encouraged students to take risks and develop confidence in their reading abilities.
- Increased student engagement through the use of interactive reading materials and technology integration.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Assisted in the selection and adoption of appropriate curriculum materials aligned with state standards and district goals.
- Collaborated with district administration and teachers to develop a new master schedule for the 2023-2024 school year.
Reading Specialist
District 116 - Ellis Elementary School
08.2013 - 08.2016
- Enhanced reading comprehension by implementing targeted literacy interventions and strategies.
- Developed individualized learning plans for diverse learners, addressing specific literacy needs and goals.
- Collaborated with teachers to ensure consistent implementation of reading interventions across all subject areas.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, adjusting instruction as needed to optimize growth.
- Cultivated a supportive learning environment that encouraged students to take risks and develop confidence in their reading abilities.
- Served as a resource for educators by providing professional development workshops on best practices in literacy instruction.
- Contributed to the development of school-wide literacy initiatives aimed at improving achievement for all students.
- Increased parent involvement in children''s literacy development through organizing workshops focused on effective home-reading strategies.
1st and 3rd Grade Teacher
St. Norbert School
08.2001 - 08.2013
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary projects for students, fostering a deeper understanding of subject matter.
- Established positive relationships with parents, keeping them informed of student progress and involving them in school events.
- Organized field trips that aligned with curriculum objectives, providing students with memorable learning experiences beyond the traditional school environment.
- Designed assessments to effectively measure student understanding and inform future instructional planning.
- Developed strong rapport with students by creating a supportive and inclusive classroom atmosphere where all learners felt valued and heard.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
Education
Master of Arts - IL Principal Preparation
Concordia University Chicago
River Forest, IL05.2024
Master of Arts - Reading Specialist
Dominican University
River Forest, IL12.2012
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Dayton
Dayton, OH05.2001
Skills
- Instructional Best Practices
- Teacher Collaboration
- Classroom Leadership
- Literacy Support
- Intervention Planning
- Reading Assessment
- Small Group Instruction
- Progress Monitoring
- Student Records Management
- Assessment Administration
- Prioritization
- Multitasking Ability
- Team Collaboration
- Data Analysis
- Organizational Skills
- Problem Solving
Timeline
Reading Specialist
District 73 - Middle School North
08.2016 - Current
Reading Specialist
District 116 - Ellis Elementary School
08.2013 - 08.2016
1st and 3rd Grade Teacher
St. Norbert School
08.2001 - 08.2013
Master of Arts - IL Principal Preparation
Concordia University Chicago
Master of Arts - Reading Specialist
Dominican University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Dayton
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