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WENDY A. TESMER

Clermont

Summary

Successful second-grade classroom teacher with five years of experience in an elementary school setting. Well-rounded and compassionate Special Education Teacher skilled at addressing each student's unique needs and creating effective lesson plans to accommodate special circumstances. Provides appropriate and individualized instruction to build foundations for lifelong learning. Develops, implements, and acts as teacher of record of Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

4th Grade ESE Teacher

Lake County School District
Clermont
10.2023 - Current
  • Provided specialized instruction in areas such as reading comprehension, math skills, writing strategies.
  • Developed and implemented IEPs for special education students.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to reach all learners at their own level.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities related to working with ESE students.
  • Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of each student.
  • Conducted regular meetings with parents to discuss their child's academic progress.
  • Communicated regularly with colleagues regarding best practices for working with ESE students.
  • Facilitated small group and one-on-one instruction for ESE students.
  • Collaborated with other educators, administrators, and parents to ensure proper implementation of IEPs.
  • Attended Individual Education Plan meetings as necessary.

Substitute Classroom Teacher

Lake County School District
10.2019 - Current
  • Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
  • Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.
  • Collaborated with regular teachers to ensure continuity of instruction.
  • Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
  • Managed classroom environments to ensure a safe and productive learning experience.

Second Grade Classroom Teacher

B.J. Hooper Elementary School
Lake Villa
08.2000 - 06.2005
  • Met and planned with a collaborative second grade team
  • Conducted parent-teacher conferences
  • Modified lesson plans to meet the needs of a diverse student population

First Grade Classroom Teacher

Woodview Elementary School
Grayslake
05.2000 - 06.2000
  • Planned and constructed unit and daily lesson plans
  • Maternity leave teacher

Second Grade Classroom Teacher

Woodview Elementary School
Grayslake
03.2000 - 05.2000
  • Conducted and taught lessons integrating technological resources into content areas
  • Planned and taught all subjects in a self-contained classroom for a wide variety of academic abilities

Sixth Grade Teacher

Round Lake School District
Round Lake
04.1999 - 06.1999
  • Taught all subjects in a self-contained classroom
  • Independently instituted academic structure to the classroom
  • Planned and constructed daily lesson plans for a culturally diverse group of students

Education

Master of Science Degree - Special Education

Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, Illinois
12.2006

Bachelor of Science Degree - Elementary Education

Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, Illinois
05.1998

Skills

  • Outstanding interpersonal skills
  • Proficient in lesson plan writing
  • Strong leadership capabilities
  • Individualized instruction
  • IEP development
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Parent communication
  • Professional development
  • Progress monitoring
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • IEP implementation

References

  • Mr. Scott Clark, Assistant Principal, Lost Lake Elementary School, ClarkS@lake.k12.fl.us, (352)243-2433
  • Ms. Sarah Graham, ESE Teacher, Lost Lake Elementary School, GrahamS@lake.k12.fl.us, (352)243-2433
  • Ms. Kellie Monteleone, Kellie.monteleone@icloud.com, (352)989-0119

Fax

404-506-9855

Certification

  • Elementary Education Grades K-6
  • Exceptional Student Education Grades K-12

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

4th Grade ESE Teacher

Lake County School District
10.2023 - Current

Substitute Classroom Teacher

Lake County School District
10.2019 - Current

Second Grade Classroom Teacher

B.J. Hooper Elementary School
08.2000 - 06.2005

First Grade Classroom Teacher

Woodview Elementary School
05.2000 - 06.2000

Second Grade Classroom Teacher

Woodview Elementary School
03.2000 - 05.2000

Sixth Grade Teacher

Round Lake School District
04.1999 - 06.1999

Master of Science Degree - Special Education

Northern Illinois University

Bachelor of Science Degree - Elementary Education

Northern Illinois University

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