Sharon Sullivan
Teacher
Wilmette,Illinois
Summary
I am an experienced and versatile educator with a proven ability to guide diverse groups of learners through all phases of an academic year. I strive to balance my instruction in a manner where a nurturing classroom environment leads to high levels of student success. Rigor must not come at the sacrifice of social and emotional wellbeing, but high expectations can be met by all students who feel safe and supported. I hope to return to a self-contained environment where my strengths in curriculum design and classroom management can be put to full use while building meaningful relationships with my students.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
GLENVIEW DISTRICT 34
Glenview, IL
08.2022 - Current
- Long Term Maternity Sub for 6th Grade Math, general daily substitute.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
- Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
Private Tutor
SELF-EMPLOYED
01.2017 - Current
- Created and delivered remediation lessons on a 1:1 basis to ensure a successful academic experience for students and families in need
- Specialized in supporting students with a variety of ongoing needs including ELA, Math, and Executive Functioning.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Used positive reinforcement, repetition, and review to help students master challenging material.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Collaborated with parents to develop appropriate tutoring lessons.
- Enabled underachieving students to reach target attainment levels by providing individualized coaching and activities.
- Traveled [Number] miles to various locations to provide tutoring sessions to students in need.
- Reviewed materials for student classes to enhance learning and used unique ways to reinforce program materials.
First Grade Summer School
JOSEPH SEARS SCHOOL
Kenilworth, IL
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Planned and implemented age appropriate instruction for incoming First Grade students through music and play.
- Built positive relationships with students, parents and team members to achieve smooth and productive program experience.
- Planned engaging activities and field trips to bring material to life.
- Led summer program groups of students learning about Math and Language Arts.
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
Substitute Teacher
THE FRANCES XAVIER WARDE SCHOOL
Chicago, IL
01.2021 - 06.2022
- Providing daily or long-term coverage for faculty members in Grades 4 through 8 on an as needed basis throughout the Holy Name Campus
- Performing clerical and supervisory duties as determined by the administration.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
Interventionist
MADISON SCHOOL
Skokie, IL
02.2021 - 12.2021
- September 2021 – December 2021: Summer School Instructor
- February 2021 – June 2021: Maternity Leave Substitute.
- Determined appropriate interventions and planned support milestones.
- Completed required documentation such as evaluations, treatment notes, and exit summaries.
- Assessed and documented student progress with established goals.
- Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies.
- Taught Reading to individual and small groups.
- Developed intervention plans based on established guidelines and individual needs.
Preschool Assistant (AM)
ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL
Wilmette, IL
10.2015 - 06.2017
- Early Education (AM)
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
- Middle School Language Arts Instructor (PM)
- Developed and implemented an ELA curriculum for students in Grades 6-8, with emphasis on project-based learning and arts integration.
- Created weekly newsletter to keep families informed about school activities.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
Third Grade Teacher
AGASSIZ SCHOOL
Chicago, IL
08.1994 - 03.2000
- August 1996 – June 2000: Third Grade Teacher
- January 1996 – June 1996: Salaried Substitute
- August 1995 – December 1995: Long-term Substitute, Middle School Math.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
Kindergarten Teacher
LAKE SHORE PREPARATORY SCHOOL
Chicago, IL
09.1993 - 06.1994
- Provided an enriching learning environment for students beginning their educational journey
- Created and implemented a specialized curriculum integrating group play and skill development
- Regularly communicated with parents and guardians to ensure early learning experiences were successful for students and families.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Collaborated with other faculty and staff to promote rigorous learning opportunities, general well-being of school and collective interest of staff and student body.
- Applied evidence-based practices for classroom management to enhance learning results.
Education
Master of Education -
Loyola University
Chicago, Illinois05.2006
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
St. Joseph University
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania05.1992
Skills
- Inclusion practices
- Curriculum design
- Classroom management
- Instructional delivery
- Social and emotional learning
- Executive functioning
Certification
2292967, Illinois
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
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Accomplishments
- Completed up to 5 tutoring appointments each week.
- Nominated for "Teacher of the Year"
- Featured in Teacher Magazine and on Channel 7 News for raising standardized test scores.
- Awarded Art Certificate for implementing hands on projects related to topic of study.
- Won consistent referrals and high marks for quality of instruction.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
GLENVIEW DISTRICT 34
08.2022 - Current
First Grade Summer School
JOSEPH SEARS SCHOOL
07.2022 - 08.2022
Interventionist
MADISON SCHOOL
02.2021 - 12.2021
Substitute Teacher
THE FRANCES XAVIER WARDE SCHOOL
01.2021 - 06.2022
Private Tutor
SELF-EMPLOYED
01.2017 - Current
Preschool Assistant (AM)
ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL
10.2015 - 06.2017
Third Grade Teacher
AGASSIZ SCHOOL
08.1994 - 03.2000
Kindergarten Teacher
LAKE SHORE PREPARATORY SCHOOL
09.1993 - 06.1994
Master of Education -
Loyola University
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
St. Joseph University
2292967, Illinois
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