Linda M. Email & Phone Number

Education and watching children become happy, socially and emotionally aware lifelong learners has been a commitment of mine for many years. I enjoy being part of a caring, supportive environment that values experience, personal and professional growth, teamwork, and sharing ideas. I enjoy a classroom environment that encourages creative thinking, diversity, SEL concepts, a growth mindset and learning new things in fun and different ways. B.A. in Education, minor Language Arts-Northeastern Illinois University, Chicago, IL, endorsements include: English as a Second Language, Language Arts, Social Studies, Science. Certification K-9th.M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction/Educational Technology-Concordia University Chicago, River Forest, ILExperienced Virtual Learning educator and technology support, Seesaw Ambassador (virtual education platform) Google Educator Certified, yearbook developer/graphic design, Girls Excelling in Math and Science (GEMS) club leader, continued professional development in gifted education successful educational strategies, diversity and inclusion and curriculumExperience 2009-current:Teacher at an independent, gifted JK-8 school, Jr. Kindergarten, Kindergarten, Second grade Science Pull out 5th grade small group Math support, small group reading support, technology educator and support, curriculum development, implementation and assessment.Additional experience: Gifted/independent Administrative assistant/front office Previous:2005-20091st-3rd Social Studies teacher, curriculum development and implementation, team collaboration 1st - 3rd English as a Second Language Literacy Educator SpecialistSmall group literacy and math support, grades 1-3Front office Administration Assistant2002-2006: CEDA/Head Start Lead Teacher for a bilingual, multicultural Pre-Kindergarten classroom with students who potentially have at risk factors, assessment and curriculum designMy interests include nature, animals, photography, visiting historical places and volunteering.