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Objective
To obtain a full-time teaching position that values a unified environment where lessons are centered around hands on, minds on activities that engage students and bring out their best personal and academic potential.
Certification
Type 03- Illinois Elementary Provisional Teaching Certificate
Type 39- Illinois Substitute Teaching Certificate
Education
Master of Arts May 2009-August 2015
Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
Major: Educational Technology
Bachelor of Arts, Magna Cum Laude August 2005- May 2009
Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
Major: Elementary Education
Endorsements: Mathematics & Geography
Teaching Experiences
2nd Grade Teacher at Shoesmith Elementary School- Chicago Public Schools August 2010 – Present
· Create and implement integrated units that encompassed all four core content areas
· Differentiate teaching and learning to meet the needs of all students
· Use various online programs such as IXL, LEXIA, ST Math, Raz Kids, and Science4us
· Currently the acting Technology Coordinator for the building
· Designed, created, and maintain the school’s website
· Confidently use iPads, laptops, Smartboard, and other technology devices as instructional and learning tools
· A member of the Instructional Leadership Team
· Positive Behavior Support coach for our school
· Implement and maintain CHAMPS expectations within the classroom
· Teacher representative for the Local School Council and our community group Friends of Shoesmith
· Participated in planning and executing several after school events including Family Math Night, Family Literacy Night, Curriculum Night, Shoesmith’s Got Talent, and Art in the Garden
· Regularly attend Network 9 Literacy leadership professional developments
Related Activities & Awards
Michigan State University Mentor Teacher August 2012 –Present
· Collaborated with other fellows across the district towards enhancing educational STEM initiatives
· Conducted a technology professional development for colleagues on using iPads as educational tools
· Explored, created, and shared STEM projects within the classroom and beyond
MSU-WIPRO STEM Fellowship July 2014 –July 2105
· Collaborated with other fellows across the district towards enhancing educational STEM initiatives
· Conducted a technology professional development for colleagues on using iPads as educational tools
· Explored, created, and shared STEM projects within the classroom and beyond
· Presented at the 2015 American Educational Research Association conference
Nominated for the Golden Apple Award November 2014
Most Student Growth (K-2) in Reading and Math on NWEA August 2012- June 2015
Internship Experience
Teacher Intern at Shoesmith Elementary School August 2009 – May 2010
Mentor Teacher: Mrs. Tracy Walker – 3rd Grade
· Created a unit plan in all four core subjects using balanced Literacy, Everyday Math and FOSS curriculum that helped enhance the ideas and concepts and connect them to the real world.
· Co-planned meaningful lessons in all four core subjects that pushed students to think critically about subject matter.
· Used a Smartboard to bring technology into the classroom with interactive activities and lessons.
· Worked with the Metro Fair and Math Fair Committee to create a school wide fair that highlighted students’ innovative work and helped promote interest in Mathematics and Social Studies.
· Taught an after school programs with Reading Workshop to reinforce and maintain students’ Literacy skills.
· Led in Parent-Teacher Conferences and had many interactions with parents throughout the year.
· Implemented classroom management techniques with positive motivation, whole class community building, and personalized behavior plans.
International Teaching Experience
Teaching Internship - Study Abroad Program – Cape Town, South Africa July 2009-August 2009
· Taught in a 2nd/3rd grade classroom at Cafda Primary with instruction in both English and Afrikaans.
· Planned and taught inventive lessons in a challenging environment with minimal resources.
· Created a supportive parent program for Literacy improvement in the home.
· Created a school-wide introductory music and physical education program.
· Lived with a host family and attended the University of Cape Town to experience the values, customs and environment of the area.
· Studied a variety of courses about the structure and culture of the South African education system.
Professional References
Letters of Recommendation available upon request
Sabrina Gates- Principal, Shoesmith Elementary
· Phone number: (773) 535-1765
· Email: slgates@cps.edu
Nicole Neal- Assistant Principal, Shoesmith Elementary
· Phone number: (773) 535-1764
· Email: ndneal@cps.edu
Ashley Hobson- teaching colleague, Shoesmith Elementary
· Phone number: (773) 629-9881
· Email: alhobson@cps.edu
To obtain a full-time teaching position that values a unified environment where lessons are centered around hands on, minds on activities that engage students and bring out their best personal and academic potential.
Certification
Type 03- Illinois Elementary Provisional Teaching Certificate
Type 39- Illinois Substitute Teaching Certificate
Education
Master of Arts May 2009-August 2015
Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
Major: Educational Technology
Bachelor of Arts, Magna Cum Laude August 2005- May 2009
Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
Major: Elementary Education
Endorsements: Mathematics & Geography
Teaching Experiences
2nd Grade Teacher at Shoesmith Elementary School- Chicago Public Schools August 2010 – Present
· Create and implement integrated units that encompassed all four core content areas
· Differentiate teaching and learning to meet the needs of all students
· Use various online programs such as IXL, LEXIA, ST Math, Raz Kids, and Science4us
· Currently the acting Technology Coordinator for the building
· Designed, created, and maintain the school’s website
· Confidently use iPads, laptops, Smartboard, and other technology devices as instructional and learning tools
· A member of the Instructional Leadership Team
· Positive Behavior Support coach for our school
· Implement and maintain CHAMPS expectations within the classroom
· Teacher representative for the Local School Council and our community group Friends of Shoesmith
· Participated in planning and executing several after school events including Family Math Night, Family Literacy Night, Curriculum Night, Shoesmith’s Got Talent, and Art in the Garden
· Regularly attend Network 9 Literacy leadership professional developments
Related Activities & Awards
Michigan State University Mentor Teacher August 2012 –Present
· Collaborated with other fellows across the district towards enhancing educational STEM initiatives
· Conducted a technology professional development for colleagues on using iPads as educational tools
· Explored, created, and shared STEM projects within the classroom and beyond
MSU-WIPRO STEM Fellowship July 2014 –July 2105
· Collaborated with other fellows across the district towards enhancing educational STEM initiatives
· Conducted a technology professional development for colleagues on using iPads as educational tools
· Explored, created, and shared STEM projects within the classroom and beyond
· Presented at the 2015 American Educational Research Association conference
Nominated for the Golden Apple Award November 2014
Most Student Growth (K-2) in Reading and Math on NWEA August 2012- June 2015
Internship Experience
Teacher Intern at Shoesmith Elementary School August 2009 – May 2010
Mentor Teacher: Mrs. Tracy Walker – 3rd Grade
· Created a unit plan in all four core subjects using balanced Literacy, Everyday Math and FOSS curriculum that helped enhance the ideas and concepts and connect them to the real world.
· Co-planned meaningful lessons in all four core subjects that pushed students to think critically about subject matter.
· Used a Smartboard to bring technology into the classroom with interactive activities and lessons.
· Worked with the Metro Fair and Math Fair Committee to create a school wide fair that highlighted students’ innovative work and helped promote interest in Mathematics and Social Studies.
· Taught an after school programs with Reading Workshop to reinforce and maintain students’ Literacy skills.
· Led in Parent-Teacher Conferences and had many interactions with parents throughout the year.
· Implemented classroom management techniques with positive motivation, whole class community building, and personalized behavior plans.
International Teaching Experience
Teaching Internship - Study Abroad Program – Cape Town, South Africa July 2009-August 2009
· Taught in a 2nd/3rd grade classroom at Cafda Primary with instruction in both English and Afrikaans.
· Planned and taught inventive lessons in a challenging environment with minimal resources.
· Created a supportive parent program for Literacy improvement in the home.
· Created a school-wide introductory music and physical education program.
· Lived with a host family and attended the University of Cape Town to experience the values, customs and environment of the area.
· Studied a variety of courses about the structure and culture of the South African education system.
Professional References
Letters of Recommendation available upon request
Sabrina Gates- Principal, Shoesmith Elementary
· Phone number: (773) 535-1765
· Email: slgates@cps.edu
Nicole Neal- Assistant Principal, Shoesmith Elementary
· Phone number: (773) 535-1764
· Email: ndneal@cps.edu
Ashley Hobson- teaching colleague, Shoesmith Elementary
· Phone number: (773) 629-9881
· Email: alhobson@cps.edu