Andrea Weaver
Fox Lake
Summary
Dedicated English teacher with 5+ years of experience delivering rigorous, student-centered instruction in reading, writing, and critical thinking. Skilled in designing differentiated lessons, aligning curriculum to standards, and fostering an inclusive classroom environment that supports diverse learners. Committed to building strong relationships, promoting literacy, and preparing students for college and career success.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Black Student Union Sponsor
Grant Community High School
08.2025 - Current
- Advise and support the Black Student Union by facilitating meetings, promoting student leadership, and fostering an inclusive school climate rooted in cultural awareness and advocacy
- Plan and coordinate culturally responsive programming, discussions, and activities including community events and educational experiences that celebrate Black history, identity, and student voice
English Teacher
Grant Community High School
01.2021 - Current
- Design and deliver rigorous, standards-aligned ELA instruction that emphasizes critical thinking, close reading, analytical writing, and college readiness
- Use data-driven practices and formative assessment to monitor student progress, provide targeted feedback, and refine instruction for continuous growth
- Foster a supportive, inclusive classroom culture that promotes high expectations, student accountability, and meaningful academic discourse
Head Varsity Girls Basketball Coach
Grant Community High School
10.2022 - 02.2025
- Lead and manage all aspects of the girls basketball program, including practice planning, game strategy, player development, and program culture
- Mentor student-athletes by promoting teamwork, discipline, leadership, and academic accountability while fostering a positive, competitive environment
JV2 Girls Basketball Coach
Grant Community High School
11.2020 - 06.2022
- JV2 Girls Basketball Coach at Grant Community High School. Worked with another assistant coach to create practices that foster team building while pushing athletes to improve basketball skills.
- Provided mentorship to athletes to see overall improvement throughout the 2021 season.
Substitute Teacher
Grant Community High School
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Substitute teacher at Grant Community High School. Served as a maternity leave substitute from January 2021-March 2021 for 9th grade English.
- Used daily lesson plans as well as created my own lesson plans to provide quality education to English 9 students.
Education
Masters of Arts - Secondary English Education
University of The Cumberlands
12.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary English Education
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY05.2019
Skills
- Curriculum design and standards-aligned instruction
- Differentiated instruction for diverse learners
- Literacy development and writing instruction
- Classroom management and student engagement
- Data-driven instruction and assessment
- Culturally responsive teaching and inclusive practices
- Collaboration and professional team communication
Certification
Professional Educator License (PEL), English Language Arts 8–12, State of Illinois
Timeline
Black Student Union Sponsor
Grant Community High School
08.2025 - Current
Head Varsity Girls Basketball Coach
Grant Community High School
10.2022 - 02.2025
English Teacher
Grant Community High School
01.2021 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Grant Community High School
01.2021 - 05.2021
JV2 Girls Basketball Coach
Grant Community High School
11.2020 - 06.2022
Masters of Arts - Secondary English Education
University of The Cumberlands
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary English Education
University of Kentucky