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Toni Gagan

New Lenox

Summary

At NLSD 122, I leveraged my expertise in Classroom Management and Critical Thinking to foster a supportive and engaging learning environment, enhancing student success. By integrating technology and employing data-driven instruction, I significantly improved academic performance, demonstrating a strong ability to motivate students and collaborate effectively with peers for interdisciplinary learning.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

NLSD 122
08.2004 - 06.2024
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
  • Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
  • Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
  • Coordinated with language specialists to support English Language Learners, fostering more inclusive classroom.
  • Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
  • Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.

Education

Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction

Concordia University Chicago
River Forest, IL
08.2011

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Trinity Christian College
Palos Heights, IL
05.2004

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Lesson Planning
  • Motivating students
  • Student Engagement
  • Behavior Management
  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Student-Centered Learning
  • Collaborative learning
  • Technology Integration
  • Curriculum Development
  • Student rapport
  • Assessment Strategies
  • Subject matter expertise
  • Test Grading

Timeline

Teacher

NLSD 122
08.2004 - 06.2024

Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction

Concordia University Chicago

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Trinity Christian College
Toni Gagan