Verna Cokes
Chicago
Summary
Attentive and creative professional passionate about helping young children develop emotional, social and educational skills. Familiar with developmentally appropriate activities and experienced by providing nurturing environments conducive to learning. Promote physical, emotional and social health to complement academic progress.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Director/Teacher
Reach For The Stars
Chicago
02.2022 - 09.2025
- Coordinated parent-teacher conferences to strengthen school-family partnerships.
- Led staff meetings to discuss educational strategies and student progress.
- Facilitated engaging activities that promoted social and emotional development.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Monitored student behavior and provided constructive feedback to encourage growth.
- Organized educational materials and resources for effective lesson delivery.
- Assisted in the evaluation of student performance through assessments and observations.
- Participated in staff meetings to discuss curriculum improvements and best practices.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student performance and progress.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education.
- Incorporated various teaching methods including hands-on activities, lectures, and projects into lesson plans.
- Monitored classroom environment to ensure a safe, positive atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Developed and implemented school policies, procedures, and goals to ensure a safe learning environment.
- Facilitated the development of effective curriculum plans that meet the needs of individual students.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Malcolm X College
Chicago, Il. 09.2025 - 10.2025
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Effective communication
- Student assessment
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Associate of Arts -
Malcolm X College
09.2025 - 10.2025
Director/Teacher
Reach For The Stars
02.2022 - 09.2025