Eman Suleman

75 Salt River Court, Naperville, IL 60565 630-890-0776 eman2989@hotmail.com Focus

Significantly impact your students as an Elementary teacher capitalizing on critical professional and preprofessional experience including full classroom teaching responsibilities, working with large numbers of ELL, below grade level, gifted and on grade level students, employing colleagues strengths and experience when collaboration enhances learning.
Education North Central College, Naperville, IL B.A. in Elementary Education with a minor in Reading Certification Type 03 Elementary Teaching Middle School and Reading Endorsement Learning Behavior Specialist 1 (LBS1) Professional Experience Special Education Assistant (1 year position) Ranch View Elementary School, Naperville, IL August 2012-Present Worked with Learning Behavior Specialists supporting students with an IEP or performing below grade level. Progress Monitored students bi-weekly using reading and writing CBMs. Taught an intervention group for fourth grade students using the Wilson Just Words program. Planned and taught a guided writing and reading group for fourth graders below grade level. Worked with a third grade child with a neurological disorder, instructing him independently with the same curriculum as the rest of his class. Substituted frequently at all grade levels. Participated in CST meetings discussing weekly plans as well as strengths and weaknesses for a student with an IEP. Pushed into the classroom to support classroom teachers with students performing under grade level in reading, writing, and math. Directed a kindergarten group of students reading above grade level working on reading strategies as well as word work. Attended multiple professional development institute days focusing on the importance of lesson targets, goal setting, and differentiating instruction. Led Study Skills Program, a before school math intervention program (grades 3, 4, and 5) Supervised lunch for fourth and fifth graders. Special Recognition Those Who Excel Award, Naperville District 203 April 2013

GPA: 3.2

June 2012

Student Teaching nd 2 Grade- Meadow Glens Elementary, Naperville, IL August- December 2011 Supported students with different reading levels through guided reading groups. Integrated technology through the development of lessons using the SMART Board and Elmo. Incorporated kinesthetic, visual, and auditory approach to make lessons more interesting and interactive. Engaged students with the use of diverse manipulative including, guest speakers, movies, simulations, and literature to encourage student participation and allow student to take ownership of their learning. Enhanced student academic and social growth by using varied teaching strategies and techniques including whole group, small group, and teaching modeling to provide students with the best education. Implemented behavior management charts for the needs of specific students. Adapted lessons from the Math Expressions curriculum. Interacted with parents during parent teacher conferences, along with before and after school meetings Took part in after-school staff meetings to gain knowledge with the Common Core State Standards.
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Related Experiences Northwestern Center for Talent and Development, Naperville, IL Teachers Assistant Tracked student progress for individual gifted students to help inform parents of their childs progress Guided small groups in completing different enrichment activities such as problem solving

October 2008-August 2012

Tender Moments Daycare, Naperville, IL September 2008-August 2012 Assistant Encouraged physical, social, and cognitive development of children infant to 6 years with the use of music, television shows, and art activities Naperville Park District, Naperville, IL Sports Coach and Camp Counselor Coached students aged 4-6 in a variety of sports and led large group of children in outdoor activities. September 2007-August 2012

Teach First December 2008, 2009, and 2010 Program for first generation college students; included participating in mentoring, group support, on site and in school projects. Spent time within high needs school working with students from diverse ethnic and economic backgrounds as well as those performing below grade level.
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Professional Development Associated Colleges of Illinois Teacher Induction Academy Classroom Management, Assessment, RTI, and Common Core State Standards Technical Skills SMART Board, iPad, and Elmo Volunteer Experiences Almost Home Kids- Naperville, IL Recreational Activities Assistant

February 2012, February 2011, December 2010

March 2012-August 2012

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