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Tina Ward

Flossmoor,IL

Summary

Compassionate, creative and effective teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies. Hardworking Substitute Teacher with skills to step into any classroom environment and support student needs with excellent discussion management, lecturing and mentoring abilities. Knowledgeable about special intervention plans, record keeping requirements and strategies for maintaining classroom discipline. Grades papers and homework and records grades for lead teacher.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

ONLINE READING TUTOR

Hoot
01.2023 - 03.2023
  • Improved students'' reading fluency through tailored lesson plans and engaging activities.
  • Designed lesson plans for phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension for several students weekly with assessments and detailed schedules.
  • Conducted assessments to determine comprehensive understanding of materials.
  • Evaluated student performance using formal assessments, guiding the development of effective tutoring strategies based on results.

SUBSTITUTE TEACHER

Old St. Mary's Catholic School
09.2021 - 05.2022
  • Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level
  • Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts
  • Educated students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of head teacher
  • Maintained student attendance and assignment records to prevent lapses during teacher absences.

TEACHER/TUTOR

Orion's Mind LLC
09.2016 - 03.2020
  • Provided structured lesson plans & produced written curriculum for enrichment classes in art, dance & theatre Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies Directed after-school tutoring and mentoring program serving elementary school students.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.

PRIVATE TEACHER/ADMINISTRATOR

Ward Academy Home/Center School LLC
09.2015 - 01.2016
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
  • Designed dynamic lesson plans based on student interests to increase overall student GPA
  • Directed and taught integrated curriculum including Bible, Math, Language Arts, History/Social Studies, Science and Reading 2nd - 4th Grade
  • Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a positive learning environment where all individuals felt supported and valued.

PRIMARY TEACHER

Master's Academy
09.2012 - 06.2015
  • Pre-K, Kindergarten and 1st Grade Taught core subjects of math, science, reading, history and fine and gross motor skills
  • Instructed according to Common Core Standards as part of federal funding mandates for education Collaborated with peers on student success while participating on multidisciplinary team to promote students' well-being.
  • Incorporated engaging hands-on activities into lesson plans, promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills among students.
  • Coordinated school-wide events such as field trips, performances, and assemblies to enrich the educational experience for all students.
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.

ACADEMIC TUTOR

Discover Music Discover Life
08.2012 - 06.2013
  • Taught and assisted students in such areas as reading and math, creating tailored lesson plans and study guides on subject matter
  • Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills
  • Designed engaging lessons, using art and visual aids to enhance learning process
  • Composed & maintained evaluations and reports to measure student progress
  • Provided enrichment classes in the form of dance in the after-school program in private schools.
  • Evaluated student understanding through formative assessments, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly for optimal results.

Education

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN EDUCATION -

University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ
07.2022

Certificate In Arts And Sciences (30 Hr.) - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Northwestern University
Chicago, IL
06.1994

Skills

  • Conducted online tutoring sessions to improve students' reading comprehension and fluency skills
  • Developed personalized lesson plans based on students' reading levels and goals
  • Provided constructive feedback and encouragement to help students reach their full potential
  • Group learning mechanics
  • Student-centered learning
  • Classroom management
  • Student engagement
  • Testing and grading
  • Inquiry-based learning
  • Lesson planning
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Reading Strategies

City

Flossmoor

State

IL

Zip Code

60422

Street

2837 School Street

Personal Information

Title: Educator

Timeline

ONLINE READING TUTOR

Hoot
01.2023 - 03.2023

SUBSTITUTE TEACHER

Old St. Mary's Catholic School
09.2021 - 05.2022

TEACHER/TUTOR

Orion's Mind LLC
09.2016 - 03.2020

PRIVATE TEACHER/ADMINISTRATOR

Ward Academy Home/Center School LLC
09.2015 - 01.2016

PRIMARY TEACHER

Master's Academy
09.2012 - 06.2015

ACADEMIC TUTOR

Discover Music Discover Life
08.2012 - 06.2013

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN EDUCATION -

University of Arizona

Certificate In Arts And Sciences (30 Hr.) - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Northwestern University
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