Stephanie Baker
Auburn,IL
Summary
Highly organized and detail-oriented professional with strong work ethic and dedication to achieving goals. Skilled at developing and maintaining documentation systems, managing calendars and preparing reports. Hardworking and committed to providing outstanding service.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Pawnee School District
08.2023 - Current
- PreK-12 building.
- Follow classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education.
- Uphold classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Supplement lesson plan with other classroom activities, if more time is needed.
- Maintain discipline in the classroom to produce a positive learning environment.
- Compile report for teacher that includes details and notes from the day.
Stay at Home Mom
Self-employed
08.2023 - Current
- Manage school and activity schedules.
- Assist with teaching academic skills.
- Volunteer with the preschool helper program.
- Create and implement daily routines.
- Manage household expenses.
Teacher
Pawnee School District
08.2018 - 05.2023
- 3rd Grade Teacher (2 years)
- 2nd Grade Teacher (3 years)
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan units across all subjects.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in workshops.
Substitute Teacher
Pawnee School District
01.2018 - 05.2018
- On-call substitute for elementary, junior high, and high school.
- Follow lesson plans and instructions created by teacher.
- Teacher's Aide for pre-k maternity leave (3 weeks).
- 4th grade maternity leave teacher (4th quarter).
- Reported on student behavior.
- Led small group literacy centers.
Registered Behavior Technician
The Autism Clinic
08.2016 - 07.2017
- Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts.
- Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress.
- Developed rapport with clients and families, fostering trust and open communication.
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
- Monitored client progress to provide continued guidance and consistent feedback to families.
- Educated parents and caregivers to apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education (K-9)
Millikin University
Decatur, IL 12.2017
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Lincoln Land Community College
Springfield, IL05.2017
Skills
- Adaptable
- Relationship building
- Management
- Teaching
- Planning/Organizing
- Teamwork
- Multitasking
- Organization
- Communication
- Problem Solving
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Pawnee School District
08.2023 - Current
Stay at Home Mom
Self-employed
08.2023 - Current
Teacher
Pawnee School District
08.2018 - 05.2023
Substitute Teacher
Pawnee School District
01.2018 - 05.2018
Registered Behavior Technician
The Autism Clinic
08.2016 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education (K-9)
Millikin University
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Lincoln Land Community College
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