Marina Zamudio
Fox Lake
Summary
Dynamic secondary English teacher demonstrating strong leadership and adaptability. Skilled in designing impactful courses and implementing data-driven assessments. Aiming to leverage collaborative skills to foster a more inclusive learning environment for diverse learners.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Secondary English Teacher
Round Lake Senior High School
Round Lake
08.2021 - Current
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction for Tier 2 learners
- Collaborated with faculty to align ELA standards across grade levels, fostering consistency and improving student outcomes.
- Led collaboration across multiple grade-level curricula (freshmen, juniors, seniors) to ensure cohesive instructional strategies.
- Directed curriculum development for freshman "Comprehension & Communications" course aimed at below-grade-level readers and writers.
- Assisted the Student Services department by providing language translation support for students and families, ensuring clear communication and access to school resources.
Student Teacher – High School English
McHenry High School
McHenry
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Designed engaging classroom activities to enhance comprehension and participation.
- Collaborated with language arts team to implement effective learning strategies for diverse learners.
- Prepared assignments, tracked student progress, and aligned instruction with curriculum objectives.
- Coordinated with special education teachers to accommodate students with IEPs.
- Supported mentor teacher by preparing materials and facilitating lessons.
- Maintained classroom management and participated in staff and administrative meetings.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education – English
Illinois State University
Normal, IL05-2022
Skills
- Team Leadership & Cross-Grade Collaboration
- ELA Standards Alignment (Grades 9–12)
- Curriculum Development & Instructional Design
- Literacy Intervention & Reading/Writing Support
- Data-Driven Instruction & Assessment Analysis
- Differentiated Instruction (Tier 2 / Below-Grade-Level Learners)
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
ESL (In process of)
Accomplishments
Nominee for Early Educator of the Year ROE Lake County
Timeline
Student Teacher – High School English
McHenry High School
01.2022 - 04.2022
Secondary English Teacher
Round Lake Senior High School
08.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education – English
Illinois State University