Mark Hodges Email & Phone Number

Chicago, Il, Us

Woodridge, Illinois

• Develop and execute a curriculum based on available materials, diocesan standards, and the Next Generation Science Standards for 5 , 6 , 7 , and 8 grade science classes• Develop and execute daily lesson plans for 8th grade students in Religion and Literature• Prepare lessons that are adapted to an individual student’s needs and required accommodations• Use a variety of positive behavior management techniques• Implement technology standards through use of Chromebooks in daily instruction• Assist coworkers through implementation of Google Tools in the classroom• Coordinate and plan the local science fair including guiding students through the scientific method, finalizingstudent papers, selecting judges, and planning awards ceremony• Organize advancement from local science fair to regional and state levels• Prepare and plan multiple educational field trips throughout the year• Coordinate 8th Grade Graduation Ceremony and Awards Dinner• Member of the Diocesan Science Assessment Planning Committee

Lisle, Illinois, United States

Woodridge, Illinois

SeasonalPrepared and packaged books and other educational materials for shipping to educational facilities

Bloomington/Normal, Illinois Area

Planned and implemented a variety of learning activities and labs for an eighth-grade Earth science classroom while adhering to the school district and Next Generation Science Standards.Created differentiated activities, including accommodations for students with Individualized Education Plans AND ESL students.Attended IEP meetings with a special education teacher and parent(s) to determine a student’s progress and challenges within the science classroom.Collaborated with other district science teachers to ensure all eighth-grade students receive a similar science education.Participated and collaborated in grade level team planning meetings.Co-advised an after-school Homework Club, where all students were welcome and encouraged to complete homework assignments.

-Aided in the planning and implementation of Welcome Week events through the Dean of Students: Student and Activity Involvement Office-The events are geared toward incoming freshman and transfer students to help the new students create friendships and become acquainted with the campus

-Coordinated recruitment and training of new members-Co-coordinated monthly Full Board meetings of over 150 members-Created developmental workshops and spotlights for General Board and Full Board Meetings-Coordinated social events and apparel for the organization-Co-coordinated the election process and documents related to applications for the General Board-Co-coordinated the transitioning process between incoming and outgoing General Boards-Coordinated the Passing of the Gavel Ceremony at the end of the academic year

-Planned, implemented, and assessed alternative to alcohol events during peak alcohol consumption times-Co-planned a relaxation event; bringing together comedians, food, music, and other relaxing amenities

Normal, Il

-Recorded and Maintained Minutes for Executive and General Board meetings-Coordinated reserving rooms and facilities for 30+ events and 50+ meetings-Organized and fulfilled catering requests for events and meetings-Maintained and organized an office for over 150 members and storage spaces-Managed office hours for General Board members

Master Of Arts - Ma, Reading And Literacy: Reading Specialist

Bachelor'S Degree, Earth And Space Science Education

Activities and Societies: University Program Board, ISU Beekeeping Club, Student Environmental Action Coalition, Up Late at State, Welcome.