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Vernon Hills, Il, Us

Oversee a team of curriculum developers in designing engaging curriculum projects from initial concept development through production. Manage a team of contractors and employees, working collaboratively to develop courses that captivate and enrich student skills through unique lessons. Lead unit & module planning sessions to ensure proper skill and concept progression, with a focus on aligning targeted outcomes across all levels. Ensure that the basis of all course design is driven by… Show more Oversee a team of curriculum developers in designing engaging curriculum projects from initial concept development through production. Manage a team of contractors and employees, working collaboratively to develop courses that captivate and enrich student skills through unique lessons. Lead unit & module planning sessions to ensure proper skill and concept progression, with a focus on aligning targeted outcomes across all levels. Ensure that the basis of all course design is driven by performance based learning opportunities that incorporate the most current and innovative technologies.Other notable duties and responsibilities include: -monitor and maintain deliverable progress documentation for all stages of project development to ensure timely project completion and identify potential issues. -review and modify both student and teacher editions to ensure that all products are age appropriate, engaging and adhere to standards and targeted outcomes across all levels. -Proof read printed materials to ensure accuracy following conversion from digital to print and vice versa. Show less

ELL Curriculum Developer: Spearheaded the development of a three-tiered ELL program for students ranging in age from 1st through 12th grade. Crafted a placement screener and detailed rubric to assess incoming student language ability based on listening and speaking skills. Designed a 26-week scope and sequence for each tier, with an emphasis on phonemic awareness, vocabulary development, listening, and speaking. Developed 26 weeks of emergent to early level curriculum including student… Show more ELL Curriculum Developer: Spearheaded the development of a three-tiered ELL program for students ranging in age from 1st through 12th grade. Crafted a placement screener and detailed rubric to assess incoming student language ability based on listening and speaking skills. Designed a 26-week scope and sequence for each tier, with an emphasis on phonemic awareness, vocabulary development, listening, and speaking. Developed 26 weeks of emergent to early level curriculum including student workbooks, teacher manuals, digital presentations, and practice activities. Additional curriculum design/support projects include: summer school courses, enrichment courses (cognitive/mind bender courses), editing coding (Scratch and Python) courses. Show less

Specialized in data organization, recruiting, and fiscal documentation.Designed and managed the documentation process for multiple 13-week media campaigns, including the organization of media content ranging from 40-100 contributions on a weekly basis using G-Suite.Ensured proper fiscal documentation for all content. Worked collaboratively with the internal team to provide trouble-shooting and support to ensure all content contributors were well-informed and supported leading up to… Show more Specialized in data organization, recruiting, and fiscal documentation.Designed and managed the documentation process for multiple 13-week media campaigns, including the organization of media content ranging from 40-100 contributions on a weekly basis using G-Suite.Ensured proper fiscal documentation for all content. Worked collaboratively with the internal team to provide trouble-shooting and support to ensure all content contributors were well-informed and supported leading up to and including day-of.Created short video content (15-60 seconds) for use with social media marketing campaigns. Show less

Round Lake Beach, Illinois, United States

Classroom teacher for a self-contained bilingual language 1st grade classroom. Instruction included all core subjects and practice with 21st century technology and the Common Core State Standards. Supported native Spanish speakers in developing core native language literacy and math skills. Facilitated student academic growth through the use of research based best practices and differentiated instruction to ensure that all students received data-driven targeted instruction. Incorporated… Show more Classroom teacher for a self-contained bilingual language 1st grade classroom. Instruction included all core subjects and practice with 21st century technology and the Common Core State Standards. Supported native Spanish speakers in developing core native language literacy and math skills. Facilitated student academic growth through the use of research based best practices and differentiated instruction to ensure that all students received data-driven targeted instruction. Incorporated foundational bilingual instructional techniques such as TPR, visual aids, and scaffolding to facilitate growth. Show less

Hawthorn District 73

2013-2014: Classroom teacher for a self-contained dual language 2nd grade classroom. 2014-2016: Classroom teacher for a self-contained dual language 1st grade classroom. Instruction included all core subjects and practice with 21st century technology and the Common Core State Standards. Approximately 70% of instructional time spent in target language (Spanish) and 30% in English to a classroom of 24 students (12 native English and 12 native Spanish speakers).

Nelson School, Niles, Il

SIOP trained bilingual teacher, serving in a self-contained bilingual kindergarten classroom. Instruction included all core subjects and practice with 21st century technology and the Common Core State Standards. Also served as a resource teacher, working with students in kindergarten and 4th grade to strengthen their skills utilizing the WIDA standards.

Stevenson School, Des Plaines, Il

SIOP trained bilingual teacher, serving in a self-contained, bilingual (Spanish) classroom. Instruction included all core content areas (literacy, social studies, science and math). Helped pilot the American Reading Company's 100 Book Challenge literacy program for the district's bilingual program. Served as a team member of the PBIS Green Team, working collaboratively to engage students in positive behaviors to create a safe, respectful, and responsible student body.

Master Of Education - Med, Curriculum And Instruction With A Bilingual Approval, 4.0

Focus Program: Type 03 Certification

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Teacher Education And Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas

Received a double major in Theatre Education and Theatre Design with an emphasis in costuming with a minor in Spanish Education. Certified.