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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, IL
02-2023

Learning Behavior Specialist - Education

University of St. Francis
Joliet, IL
06-2019

Masters in Curriculum And Instruction With A Minor in English As A Second Language - Education

Concordia University Chicago
River Forest
07-2011

Bachelor of Arts - Education with a minor in Math and ELA

Governors State University
Park Forest, IL
08-2007

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
Anita Alvarez