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P PAT T Y N O WA K @ A O L . C O M

P AT R Y C J A N O W A K
OBJECTIVE
Obtaining a teaching position that utilizes my passion for working with English language
learners and to create a positive teaching and learning experience for all my students.
CERTIFICATION
Illinois Initial Elementary Certification (Type 04), expected May 2015
Endorsement in ESL, expected June 2015
EDUCATION
University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago IL
Bachelor of Elementary Education, Concentration in English, Endorsement in ESL, May
2015
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Student Teaching: South Loop Elementary School; Third Grade; 210 hours; August
2014-May 2014
Continuously taught, reflected, and modified lessons that would challenge and
motivate all students with collaboration from classroom teacher.
Designed student work that would adequately display student knowledge and
thinking.
Attended various teacher developments and workshops.
Worked closely with the teacher to maintain a successful classroom management
plan that would facilitate learning and respect.
Implemented student learning using a variety of cooperative learning structures
and strategies.
Assisted in the before school Reading Eggs program to help foster reading
learning.
Interactive Field Experience: Shields Elementary School; Second Grade; 200 hours
Provided teacher with assistance in the form of small group and whole group
instruction.
Provided one-on-one assistance with ESL students and was able to work with
students to further their skills
Aided in the form of grading papers and making bulletin boards in the classroom
as needed.
Interactive Field Experience: Hay Elementary School; Fifth Grade; 200 hours
Provided assistance to the teacher and aided in facilitating small group

interactions.
Tutored students before school programs
Aided student learning and facilitated group discussions.

Interactive Field Experience: Smyth Elementary School; Kindergarten; 180 hours

Aided teacher in classroom management and student learning.
Aided in small group discussion.
Facilitated learning centers and parallel play between students.
Communicated with parents and staff for the support of students.
Volunteer: Boys and Girls Club;30 hours
Facilitated homework help and tutoring to students.
Worked with technology teacher to aid in technology program and learning
objectives.
Facilitated art instruction and worked with the art staff to facilitate learning
instruction.
Summer Day Care Provider: Kid City; Ages 3-6; May 2014-August 2014
Provided assistance with daily activities and carrying out weeks lesson plans.
Fostered learning and read a loud to students and children.
Provided opportunities to explore different topics and ideas through art and
stories.
SKILLS AND INTERESTS

Eager to sponsor student led organizations and after school activities

and events.
Native Polish Speaker.
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.