Joanna Darlak
Lockport
Summary
Goal-oriented reading teacher, caring with students of different learning levels and backgrounds. Always ready to step in and positively impact student learning or teacher wellbeing with timely support. Reliable in maintaining orderly spaces and preparing daily materials. Possesses an effective, positive, and flexible teaching style with the willingness to work beyond the comfort zone.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional 1st Grade Reading Teacher
School District 92
08.2018 - Current
- Provide small group instruction for students that have difficulties with reading and writing. (Tier 2 and Tier 3 students).
- Plan, teach and evaluate the reading instruction for students having difficulties with reading and writing.
- Collaborate with a classroom teacher to help improve students reading scores
- Provide a double dose instruction for students to help them reach their reading goal.
- Responsible for lesson planning and fallowing school curriculum.
Substitute Teacher
District 92
08.2016 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supervised students outside of the classroom, and provided them with administrative support for teaching.
Polish School Teacher
Jan Karski Polish School
09.2014 - Current
- Facilitated learning of Polish language using variety of instructional methods, resources and technological tools.
- Developed and implemented full Polish curriculum to meet school mission and goals.
- Built cultural literacy by organizing lesson plans focused on Polish culture and traditions.
- Assigned work, practice, and tests to check for knowledge and understanding of the language.
Tutuor
Self Employed
08.2010 - 06.2013
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Provided appropriate learning materials for students.
- Identified learning needs and implemented fun and engaging learning activities to help students advance.
- Worked with students in classrooms or home environments to provide educational support.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching And Learning ( Adult TESOL) Concentration
University of St. Francis
Joliet, IL05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Saint Xavier University
Chicago, IL12.2017
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, IL05.2013
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, IL05.2007
Skills
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Training and Development
- Interpersonal Communication
- Cultural Awareness
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Computer skills including ( Microsoft Word, Office, Power point, Excel
- Fluent in Polish Language
Certification
TESOL Certificate (May 2022)
Illinois Bilingual and ESL/ENL Certification
(Type 29) Allegeable to teach in K-12 bilingual setting and/or a K-6 ESL setting
PEL license
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Polish
Full Professional
Timeline
Instructional 1st Grade Reading Teacher
School District 92
08.2018 - Current
Substitute Teacher
District 92
08.2016 - Current
Polish School Teacher
Jan Karski Polish School
09.2014 - Current
Tutuor
Self Employed
08.2010 - 06.2013
Master of Arts - Teaching And Learning ( Adult TESOL) Concentration
University of St. Francis
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Saint Xavier University
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Moraine Valley Community College
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Moraine Valley Community College
TESOL Certificate (May 2022)
Illinois Bilingual and ESL/ENL Certification
(Type 29) Allegeable to teach in K-12 bilingual setting and/or a K-6 ESL setting
PEL license
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