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Stacie Nanus

Highland Park,IL

Summary

To obtain a career position that will aid individual success while using my passion, creativity, and support to promote constant learning. I will create a positive close-knit classroom environment for my students, which encourages thinking skills, learning, and student growth to enhance individual potential.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Classroom Teacher

George W. Lutz JCYS
08.2021 - Current
  • Increased students' social skills by incorporating group activities and cooperative play into daily routines.
  • Enhanced children's emotional development through empathetic communication and active listening techniques.
  • Improved classroom management by implementing clear expectations and consistent routines.
  • Promoted language acquisition in young learners with engaging storytelling, songs, and word games.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through daily communication about their child's progress and learning.
  • Implemented creative art projects to encourage self-expression and fine motor skill development among young children.

Elementary Classroom Teacher

Avoca School District 37
08.2015 - 08.2016
  • Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a sense of trust and mutual respect.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary lesson plans for a more comprehensive learning experience.
  • Assessed student performance through regular testing, providing constructive feedback and tailored support for improvement.
  • Incorporated differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.

English as a Second Language Teacher

Kildeer District 96
08.2015 - 08.2016
  • Enhanced students' language proficiency by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials.
  • Developed and implemented a comprehensive curriculum, resulting in improved student performance.
  • Designed interactive lessons to engage all learning styles and promote active participation.
  • Increased student confidence through regular feedback and personalized instruction.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, creating a supportive teaching community.

Classroom Teacher

Lake Villa School District 41
08.2007 - 08.2014
  • Served as a team leader for grade-level initiatives, coordinating efforts among faculty members to achieve shared goals related to curriculum and instruction improvement.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lesson plans, increasing students' understanding of how subjects interconnect.
  • Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
  • Conducted small group interventions for struggling learners, providing targeted support that led to increased academic achievement.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Education

Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI
04.2007

Skills

  • Parent-Teacher Collaboration
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Cooperative Learning
  • Classroom Management
  • Curriculum Development
  • Team Building
  • Organizational Skills
  • Excellent Communication

Timeline

Classroom Teacher

George W. Lutz JCYS
08.2021 - Current

Elementary Classroom Teacher

Avoca School District 37
08.2015 - 08.2016

English as a Second Language Teacher

Kildeer District 96
08.2015 - 08.2016

Classroom Teacher

Lake Villa School District 41
08.2007 - 08.2014

Bachelor of Science - Education

Western Michigan University

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