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Objective

To be a change agent for myself, my students and my peers.

Experience

1986–Present                       
Homer
School District 33C                            Lockport, IL

Teacher
2007 – Present – 8th Grade Social Studies
2005-2007 – 8th Grade Social Studies/ 5th and 6th Grade Art
2003-2005 – 5th Grade Teacher (all subjects)
2000-2003 - 4th Grade Teacher (all subjects)
1999-2000 - Technology Trainer (Kindergarten through 6th Grade)
1990-1999 - 6th Grade Teacher (all subjects)
1989-1999 - Aide/Tutor (3rd Grade All subjects)
1986-1989 - Substitute Teacher (Kindergarten through 8th Grade)

Education

1970–1975  
Eastern Illinois University                    Charleston, IL
BS in Education, Teaching Certificate, 
Secondary Education Degree (6th thru 12th)
Major:  Psychology     Minor:  Art
 

1989-1990
Student at Large
BS in Education, Teaching Certificate, 
Elementary Degree (K thru 9th)
Middle School Endorsement 
Social Studies and Art Ednorsement

1990-2002
Graduate Courses – 48 hours in Professional Growth

 
2002-2004                          
St. Xaviers University                            Chicago, IL
Master of Arts Teaching and Leadership


2008-Present
National Louis University                      Lisle, Illinois
Master of Education, Technology in Education

Technology Coursework

Digital Story Telling Workshop
Teaching with Primary Sources
Technology and Learning in Today’s Classroom 
Advance Microsoft Office for Educators 
Microsoft Office Suite Course Work 
Internet Training 
Digital Camera andd IBM Workshop

Summary of Professional Qualifications and Accomplishments

Professional Committees
Trainer of Trainers for ISBE ISAT Reading and Writing
Peer Evaluation without Judgment Instructional
Strategies for Different Types of Learners 
Assertiveness Strategies with Co-workers 
Curriculum Development Courses 

 District Committees

District Technology Plan for ISBE
Curriculum Technology Integration
Mediation in the Workplace
Peer Mentoring Programs for New Co-Workers
Science/Technology Hands on Committee
Students Needs Task Force
School Improvement Team
School Discipline Committee
Mentor Teacher to New Teachers
Team Leader
Trainer for School Max for Teachers and Staff
Eighth Grade Sponsor

References

Dr.MargoSorrick                           (630)682-2103  
Assistant Superintendent
Wheaton Warrenville Community School District 200
130 Park

Wheaton, IL 60187

Mr. Troy Mitchell, Principal            (708)226-7859
Homer Junior High
15711 S. Bell Rd
Homer Glen, IL 60491

Dr. Michael Morrow                       (708)226-7600
Superintendent
Homer Community School District 33C
15733 S. Bell Rd.
Homer Glen, IL 60491

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