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Traci Cobb-Evans

Matteson,IL

Summary

Creative, resourceful teacher with varied instructional experience with the proven ability to enhance students' performance. I am seeking a position as a Deaf and Hard of Hearing Teacher to use my strong passion for children's development, together with skills and experience that will enable me to make a significant difference.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

Retired Teacher of Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Chicago Public Schools, Citywide
Chicago, Illinois
12.2020 - 07.2025
  • Collaborated with colleagues to enhance the curriculum and teaching strategies.
  • Acted as the district's representative for upwards of 80 plus Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing students.
  • Planned, developed, and implemented IEPs.
  • Liaison between a child's family and teachers to ensure the child's changing hearing-related needs are met.
  • Consulted and collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum and instructional strategies.
  • Conducted assessments to determine students' auditory and language skills.

Deaf and Hard of Hearing Citywide Teacher

Chicago Public Schools
Chicago
03.2015 - 06.2020
  • Acted as the district's representative for upwards of fifty (50) plus Deaf and Hard of Hearing students
  • Planned, developed, and implemented IEPs
  • Liaison between a child's family and teachers to ensure the child's changing hearing related needs met.
  • Consulted and collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum and instructional strategies.
  • Utilized technology tools to support student learning and engagement.
  • Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
  • Adapted teaching methods based on individual learning styles and abilities.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans based on IEP objectives.
  • Conducted assessments to determine students' auditory and language skills

Co-Teaching Special Education Teacher

Chicago Public Schools
Chicago
08.2012 - 03.2015
  • Monitored student behavior
  • Used assistive technology to ensure the Special Education and General education students had access to the curriculum.
  • Developed individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
  • Collaborated with parents to support student learning and development.
  • Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and needs.
  • Facilitated classroom activities that promote social skills and teamwork.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
  • Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
  • Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
  • Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
  • Collaborated closely with related services providers such as speech therapists.
  • Facilitated small group instruction tailored for individual student needs.
  • Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
  • Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
  • Encouraged student empathy of others to build confidence and improve self-image.

Case Manager/Special Education Teacher and Students in Temporary Situations Liaison

Chicago Public Schools
Chicago
08.2010 - 06.2012
  • Coordinated student support services for diverse educational needs.
  • Acted as the district's representative for seventy (70) plus Special Education, including Deaf and Hard of Hearing students
  • Responsible for co-teaching primary students (K-4) Language Arts (Reading and Writing) and Mathematics
  • Utilized technology to access the general education curriculum.
  • Provided information and support to ensure homeless students had equal access to the same free and appropriate educational opportunities as their non-homeless peers
  • Assisted families in accessing community resources and support programs.
  • Facilitated communication between students, parents, and school staff.
  • Developed individualized education plans with teachers and parents.
  • Maintained accurate case records and documentation for compliance audits.
  • Monitored student progress and adjusted interventions as needed.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address student challenges effectively.

Legislative Issues Coordinator/Lobbyist

Chicago Teachers Union
Matteson, IL
06.2005 - 06.2010
  • Assumed full responsibilities of the lead lobbyist on a variety of subject areas as assigned by the President of the Chicago Teachers Union
  • Collaborating with CTU officers, CTU members, and the Legislative and Political Action Committees to develop CTU legislation.lation.
  • Researched and drafted CTU legislation.
  • Tracked legislation in assigned subject areas and report as needed to inform CTU members and staff of important legislative developments.
  • Developed and executed lobbying plans in support of CTU legislation.
  • Provided testimony before various legislative committees as needed.
  • Negotiated resolutions of legislative issues with legislators, legislative staff and other lobbyists.
  • Planned and implemented grassroots legislative campaigns in support of CTU legislation.
  • Supervised contract lobbyists to develop and mobilize membership around legislation, set up meetings in Springfield, etc.
  • Worked closely with the Chicago Teachers' Pension Fund lobbyists in Springfield on their legislative issues.
  • Consulted with and utilized members as 'expert witnesses' for committee testimony.
  • Empowered members with information to participate in local lobbying efforts when legislators are in their home districts.
  • Developed strong relationships and/or coalitions with legislators, union, and non-union groups.
  • Represented CTU's interests on various committees and task forces, including: School Closing, Diabetes, Recess, Freedom of Information Act, Residency, Testing, Charter Organizing, Independent Charter Authorizers.
  • Political Action -Assumed primary responsibility for organizing CTU efforts in assigned campaigns.
  • Developing 'Call to Actions' around legislation .
  • Assisted with candidate recruitment as needed.
  • Consulted with candidates and campaign managers to assist the development of winning campaign strategies.
  • Developed and implemented plans to involve CTU members and staff in targeted races.
  • Assisted with the production of campaign literature for CTU or general campaign uses.
  • Worked in campaign activities as directed.
  • Assisting with CTU campaign fundraising activities.
  • Liaison to the Political Action and Legislative Committees.
  • Presented updated legislative reports to the House of Delegates and membership.
  • Other Activities Attended CTU, IFT and AFT meetings and workshops as assigned.
  • Carried out assignments directed by the CTU Executive Board or Chief of Staff.
  • Worked on out-of-state AFT assignments as requested.

Teacher for the Deaf

Chicago Public Schools
Chicago
08.1996 - 06.2005
  • Planned, developed, and implemented IEPs.
  • Utilized technology tools to support student learning and engagement.
  • Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
  • Consulted and collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum and instructional strategies.
  • Utilized technology tools to support student learning and engagement.
  • Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
  • Adapted teaching methods based on individual learning styles and abilities.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans based on IEP objectives.
  • Conducted assessments to determine students' auditory and language skills
  • Developed engaging lesson plans based on curriculum standards.
  • Facilitated classroom discussions to encourage student participation and critical thinking.
  • Integrated technology tools to enhance educational experiences for students.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching skills and methods.
  • Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.

Assistive Technology/Deaf Education Specialist

CNMI Public School System
08.1994 - 06.1996
  • Restructured the Deaf Programs of three islands (Saipan, Rota and Tinian) and oversaw the Assistive Technology Programs on all the islands.
  • Worked closely with the schools, colleges, Department of Rehabilitation, and other businesses to ensure ADA compliance in the workplace.
  • Taught several sign language courses and an Introduction to Special Education course at the Northern Marianas College on the island of Saipan.
  • Traveled back to the states to collaborate with the Western Regional States on Assistive Technology and Special Education issues.
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop effective curriculum strategies and lesson plans.

Teacher for the Deaf

Chicago Public Schools
Chicago
09.1986 - 07.1994
  • Responsible for teaching all core academic subjects to pre-school through 7th grade deaf and hard of hearing students in a self-contained classroom.

Education

English as a Second Language Certificate -

American College of Education
Indianapolis

Certificate of Technology -

Gallaudet University
Washington

Masters of Science - Education

Iowa State University
Ames

Bachelor of Science - Education

Northern Illinois University
DeKalb

Skills

  • Sign language proficiency
  • ESL endorsement
  • Special education strategies
  • Assistive technology expertise
  • Relationship building
  • Performance assessment
  • Educational advocacy
  • Team collaboration
  • Communication skills
  • Instructional adaptability
  • Group and individual instruction
  • IEP planning

Timeline

Retired Teacher of Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Chicago Public Schools, Citywide
12.2020 - 07.2025

Deaf and Hard of Hearing Citywide Teacher

Chicago Public Schools
03.2015 - 06.2020

Co-Teaching Special Education Teacher

Chicago Public Schools
08.2012 - 03.2015

Case Manager/Special Education Teacher and Students in Temporary Situations Liaison

Chicago Public Schools
08.2010 - 06.2012

Legislative Issues Coordinator/Lobbyist

Chicago Teachers Union
06.2005 - 06.2010

Teacher for the Deaf

Chicago Public Schools
08.1996 - 06.2005

Assistive Technology/Deaf Education Specialist

CNMI Public School System
08.1994 - 06.1996

Teacher for the Deaf

Chicago Public Schools
09.1986 - 07.1994

English as a Second Language Certificate -

American College of Education

Certificate of Technology -

Gallaudet University

Masters of Science - Education

Iowa State University

Bachelor of Science - Education

Northern Illinois University

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