Anita Alvarez
Orland Park
Summary
Accomplished English Language Teacher with a strong background at New Lenox School District 122, focused on innovative lesson planning and student engagement. Skilled in leveraging educational technology to enhance parent interactions and adapt teaching methods for varied learning styles. Notable success in driving student performance and cultivating a collaborative atmosphere among educators.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
English Language Teacher
New Lenox School District 122
New Lenox
08.2019 - Current
- Provided individual support to students struggling with English language concepts.
- Adapted teaching methods to meet diverse student needs.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans for various age groups in English language.
- Collaborated with colleagues to exchange effective teaching practices.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress in English language acquisition.
- Utilized multimedia resources to enhance engagement and interest in lessons.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades, and performance metrics.
- Presented lectures using digital tools such as whiteboards and PowerPoint for improved learning outcomes.
Building Supervisor
Village of Orland Park Recreation Department
Orland Park
04.2002 - 10.2019
- Guided and supported staff to ensure access to necessary resources for duty completion.
- Enforced building policies and procedures, maintaining safety for staff and visitors.
- Managed building staff through effective scheduling, task assignment, and training of new hires.
- Addressed occupant complaints promptly to resolve issues efficiently.
- Developed and implemented operational policies to enhance overall efficiency.
English Language Math Teacher
Plainfield School District 202
Plainfield
08.2010 - 06.2018
- Delivered individualized instruction to accommodate diverse learner needs.
- Assessed student performance through various testing methods.
- Developed engaging lesson plans covering algebra, geometry, and calculus.
- Utilized diverse instructional methods, including hands-on activities and demonstrations.
- Organized extra help sessions for students requiring additional math support.
- Incorporated project-based learning to enhance critical thinking in mathematics.
- Prepared and graded assignments and examinations to evaluate student comprehension.
- Collaborated with educators to create integrated educational frameworks.
Education
Principalship - Educational Administration
University of St. Francis
Joliet, IL02-2023
Learning Behavior Specialist - Education
University of St. Francis
Joliet, IL06-2019
Masters in Curriculum And Instruction With A Minor in English As A Second Language - Education
Concordia University Chicago
River Forest07-2011
Bachelor of Arts - Education with a minor in Math and ELA
Governors State University
Park Forest, IL08-2007
Skills
- Lesson planning and curriculum development
- Student assessment and evaluation
- Educational technology integration
- Classroom management
- Communication skills
- Team collaboration
- Parent engagement
- Individual tutoring
- Teaching strategies
- Student engagement
- Language proficiency
- Cultural competence
- Diverse learning methods
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
English Language Teacher
New Lenox School District 122
08.2019 - Current
English Language Math Teacher
Plainfield School District 202
08.2010 - 06.2018
Building Supervisor
Village of Orland Park Recreation Department
04.2002 - 10.2019
Principalship - Educational Administration
University of St. Francis
Learning Behavior Specialist - Education
University of St. Francis
Masters in Curriculum And Instruction With A Minor in English As A Second Language - Education
Concordia University Chicago
Bachelor of Arts - Education with a minor in Math and ELA
Governors State University
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