Objective
To find a teaching opportunity where I can use my passion for teaching and technology to enhance student learning.

Education
National-Louis University, Elgin IL
Master of Arts in Elementary Education (K-9).  Graduated: August 2009. 
Certification:  Type 03
North Central College, Naperville IL
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science.  Graduated: June 2003

Professional Teaching Experiences
Adjunct Faculty Member - Judson University (1/2010 – 5/2010)

• Developed and taught curriculum for the course, Technology Instruction for Teachers of Language Minority Students
• Collaborated with Dean of the School of Education for future technology purchases.
• Organized and hosted a Technology Night at Otter Creek Elementary school.

Substitute Teacher - School District U-46 (9/2009 – 6/2010)

• Taught in primary regular education and bilingual classrooms.

• Followed lesson plans left by the teacher, and communicated with teacher by writing comprehensive notes about the day.

Computer Instructor - Otter Creek Elementary School (8/2003 – 1/2006)

• Collaborated with teachers to create a technology curriculum. 
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• Developed, prepared, and taught technology lessons to support curriculum and supplement classroom curriculum.
• Consulted with teachers and students to develop educational software to help students practice technology and classroom skills.
• Served on building technology committee.

Related Work Experience
District Computer Technician - Geneva CUSD 304 (1/2006 – 9/2009)

• Provided support to five elementary buildings and central office.
• Coordinated efforts with teachers, administrators, and support staff to support the use of technology in the buildings.
• Taught professional development courses on technology.
• Organized and set up all technology in a new elementary building.

Professional Preparation
Otter Creek Elementary School, School District U-46, 1st Grade (1/2009 – 6/2009)
Student Teaching & Practicum 2

• Worked with cooperating teacher and social worker to develop and utilize a behavior plan for students.
• Created and implemented a classroom publishing system for students to publish their writing. 
• Integrated “The Daily 5 Management System” into classroom routine.
• Designed, prepared, and taught lessons in every subject area.
• Developed and taught thematic science, social studies, and writing units.

Coultrap Elementary School, Geneva CUSD 304, 4th Grade (8/2007 – 11/2007)
Practicum 1

• Taught lessons that integrated technology with reading skills.
• Graded papers, recorded scores, and worked with small groups.

Skills & Interests

• Skilled at computer programming and web site design.
• Experienced in video production and digital photography.
• Developed educational software for math, spelling, and typing skills.
• Created educational software tools for teachers.

References

JoAnn Lance Cooperating Teacher Otter Creek Elementary School joannlance@u-46.org	Dr. Kathleen Miller Dean of the School of Education Judson University kmiller@judsonu.edu
Nancy Doerr Supervising Teacher National-Louis University nancy.doerr@nl.edu	Mrs. Kathy Pease Director of Curriculum Geneva CUSD 304 kpease@geneva304.org
Jeff Bragg Principal Otter Creek Elementary School jeffbragg@u-46.org	Dr. Julie Dye Principal Williamsburg Elementary School jdye@geneva304.org