Claudia Cabral
West Chicago
Summary
Dedicated future ELA teacher with practical experience in assisting students, including English Learners. Background in differentiated instruction and effective reading and writing techniques. Experienced in co-teaching, lesson planning, and cultivating a supportive educational environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Practicum/Field Experience
West Chicago Elementary School District 33
West Chicago
01.2023 - Current
- Supported diverse ELA learners, including English Learners, through small group and individualized instruction.
- Co-taught lessons and created instructional plans with mentor feedback to strengthen teaching practice.
- Applied strategies such as annotation, CER writing, differentiated instruction, and data-driven assessments to enhance learning.
- Integrated technology tools to personalize instruction and boost student engagement.
- Assisted with classroom management, fostering a positive and structured learning environment.
- Contributed to student growth by assisting with accommodations, monitoring progress, and fostering confidence.
Paraeducator
West Chicago Elementary School District 33
West Chicago
08.2019 - Current
- Support classroom instruction by providing individualized assistance to students with diverse learning needs.
- Assist students with reading, writing, and mathematics activities to enhance academic skills.
- Monitor student behavior and promote a positive, structured learning environment.
- Collaborate with teachers to implement and reinforce lesson plans for students with IEPs and 504 plans.
- Supervise a small group and provide one-on-one instruction to support both academic and social-emotional development.
- Maintained detailed data, when necessary, and effectively communicated observations to appropriate staff.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - in English for Secondary Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05-2026
High school or equivalent -
West Chicago Community High School
West Chicago, ILSkills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Reading & Writing Strategies
- Instructional Technology
- Data Tracking & Progress Monitoring
- Collaboration with Teachers & Staff
- Receptive to Feedback
Timeline
Practicum/Field Experience
West Chicago Elementary School District 33
01.2023 - Current
Paraeducator
West Chicago Elementary School District 33
08.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - in English for Secondary Education
Grand Canyon University
High school or equivalent -
West Chicago Community High School