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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Second Grade Teacher (August 2012-June 2013)
Lemont-Bromberek School District 113A, Lemont, IL
- Instructed 30 students with various ability levels, including a reading cluster
- Differentiated and modified lessons, activities, and tests to meet diverse student needs
- Collaborated with 2nd grade and support team to design curriculum and discuss student progress
Summer School Teacher - 2nd ‐ 5th Grades (Summer 2012)
Lake Zurich School District 95, Lake Zurich, IL
- Designed two classes that were incuded in the enrichment summer school program
- Taught Let’s Be Authors and Around the World classes; adapted activities based on student interests
Long-Term Substitute Teacher-3rd Grade (April 2012-June 2012)
Graham Elementary School, Naperville, IL
- Differentiated instruction to accomodate students’ abilities and program schedules
- Participated in Bring Your Own Technology (BYOT) pilot program
Long-Term Substitute Teacher-Special Education (Nov. 2011-Jan. 2012)
Owen Elementary School, Naperville, IL
- Support students in their classrooms to ensure they are making progress toward IEP goals
- Collaborated with classroom teachers and support personnel to best provide for students
Long-Term Substitute Teacher-2nd Grade (Sept. 2011-Nov. 2011)
Owen Elementary School, Naperville, IL
- Incorporated Daily 5 and CAFE strategies into reading instruction
- Engaged students during instruction by making lessons and activities interactive
- Collaborated with team teachers and school staff to differentiate instruction for all students
Summer School Teacher-Grades 2-8 (Summer 2011)
Northbrook/Glenview School District 30, Northbrook, IL
- Designed and implemented the curriculum and activities for Creative Writing and Passport Adventures classes
- Adapted activities based on the diverse student abilities in the four classes to support students’ academic abilities
- Incorporated an Interactive Whiteboard into instruction to enhance lessons and engage student interest
Student Teacher-5th Grade (Fall 2010)
Jamesville-Dewitt Middle School, Jamesville, NY
- Utilized small groups and hands-on learning to teach mathematics using Investigations series
- Facilitated literature circle discussions and created supplemental activities related to a novel
- Used projector, PowerPoint, and movies to enhance social studies activities and discussions
- Collaborated with special education teachers while planning to create necessary modifications
Student Teacher-Special Education-2nd Grade (Inclusive Classroom) (Fall 2010)
Elmwood Elementary School, Syracuse City School District, NY
- Co-taught math using Houghton Mifflin series while utilizing center activities
- Led small reading groups with a focus on decoding and phonological awareness usingTreasures Reading Program
- Incorporated Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals and objectives during lessons
Professional Practicum-4th Grade (Spring 2010)
Longbranch Elementary School, Liverpool, NY
- Taught math, science, and English with a focus on differentiating instruction
- Conducted functional behavior analysis
- Developed activities to help individual student improve his information processing abilities
Professional Practicum-3rd Grade (Spring 2009)
Roberts Elementary, Syracuse City School District, NY
- Taught math and social studies with focus on multiplication and natural resources
- Made adaptations and modifications during lessons to support student learning needs
AWARDS, DISTINCTIONS, ACTIVITIES
Syracuse University Founder’s Scholarship Recipient (2007-2011)
Dean’s List (2007-2011)
Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi (2010)
Warren Fellowship for Future Educators Recipient (2009)
Adlai E. Stevenson High School (Lincolnshire, IL) Education Association Scholarship Recipient (2007)
Counselor at JCC Elaine Frank Apachi Day Camp (2009-2010)
Dance Counselor at Buffalo Grove Park District Dance Camp (2006-2008)
Took Introduction to Sign Language class (2011)
Studied abroad for a semester in London, England (2009)
Peer Advisor in Syracuse University School of Education (2008-2011)
Teacher’s Assistant for Education Freshmen Forum (2008)
Pi Beta Phi Fraternity (2008-2011)
Rho Gamma for Panhellenic Recruitment (2010-2011)
Junior Panhellenic Council Member (2008)
Relay for Life Committee Member and Participant (2008-2011)
