EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education. University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, IL; May 1990.

CERTIFICATION

Illinois Initial Elementary Certificate, #74839201.

TEACHING RELATED EXPERIENCE

CLASSROOM TEACHER. Smithton Elementary School, Grade 1, Chicago. Sept. 1990 - present.

Taught 15 mixed ability children using a variety of instructional methods including cooperative learning and use of learning centers. Planned several learning centers as well as instructional games/aids. Planned and supervised a field trip. Created and wrote newsletter for parents to keep them updated on class events and the progress of their child.

TEACHING PRACTICUM. The Hills Junior Elementary School, Chicago. Spring 1990.

Designed and implemented developmentally appropriate activities for 3-year-olds. Included opportunities for language development as well as hands-on exploration of school environment.

TUTORING. Chicago YMCA-YWCA, Chicago. 1996-Present.

Tutored elementary school students in all subject areas. Specialized in increasing reading ability.

SCHOOL RELATED INTERESTS

Interested in participating in team teaching, grade level curriculum writing, and drug abuse resistance programming. Plan to utilize multicultural approaches and resources in the classroom.

References Available Upon Request