Tiffany Schmittel
Oak Lawn
Summary
I'm an enthusiastic and passionate educator who works hard at fostering positive relationships and creating inclusive learning environments. I'm skilled in utilizing data-driven strategies to differentiate instruction and enhance student engagement. I'm a collaborative team player committed to professional growth and becoming part of the team to support student success. I'm highly organized and flexible in adapting to diverse classroom needs.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
2nd Grade Teacher
Cook County School District 130
2015.08 - Current
- Creates a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines to build a sense of belonging among students
- Collaborates with colleagues to develop multi-disciplinary and engaging lessons
- Consistently reviews data to identify areas of growth as well as areas of need
- Builds positive relationships with families to ensure a mutual effort to support student success
- Differentiates instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student
- Helps students develop self-esteem and build healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication with others
- Participates in professional development workshops to stay current with educational best practices
- Serves as a mentor teacher for new educators and offer guidance and support throughout their first year of teaching
- Works closely with co-teacher to implement IEP and 504 accommodations and modifications
- Completed several teaching cycles with instructional coach that supported classroom instruction and enhanced my educational practices
- Joined, participated in, and helped organize school based committees including our leadership team (ILT), PBIS team, Social Committee, PTO, after school tutoring, and Girls Who code
1st Grade Teacher
Archdiocese of Chicago
2013.08 - 2015.06
Pre-K and Kindergarten Teacher
Archdiocese of Chicago
2012.08 - 2013.06
Preschool Teacher
Head Start Program
2009.08 - 2012.08
Montessori Toddler Teacher
CA, Inc
2003.08 - 2009.08
Education
English As Second Language Certification -
Saint Xavier University
Chicago, IL2014-01
Bachelor of Science - Education
Saint Xavier University
Chicago, IL2003-05
Associate of Arts -
Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, IL2000-05
Skills
- Utilize research based best practices and reflect on areas of success and concern
- Relationship building and creating a positive environment
- Communication with families, colleagues, and administration
- Team player and collaborator
- Problem-solving skills
- Flexible and quick thinking
- Highly organized
- Well versed in classroom technology
- Open minded to feedback and not afraid to learn from a mistake
Certification
- Positive Education Certification
- Responsive Classroom Certified Teacher
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
2nd Grade Teacher
Cook County School District 130
2015.08 - Current
1st Grade Teacher
Archdiocese of Chicago
2013.08 - 2015.06
Pre-K and Kindergarten Teacher
Archdiocese of Chicago
2012.08 - 2013.06
Preschool Teacher
Head Start Program
2009.08 - 2012.08
Montessori Toddler Teacher
CA, Inc
2003.08 - 2009.08
English As Second Language Certification -
Saint Xavier University
Bachelor of Science - Education
Saint Xavier University
Associate of Arts -
Moraine Valley Community College