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Cory Worzala

Fishers

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at HIJH, excelling in classroom management and relationship building. Expert in differentiated instruction and data-driven strategies, fostering student engagement and critical thinking. Successfully led professional development workshops, enhancing teaching practices and promoting a collaborative learning environment. Committed to student-centered learning and creative curriculum implementation.


Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

HIJH
08.2024 - Current
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
  • Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
  • Designed curriculum materials for special education students, facilitating inclusive learning.
  • Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
  • Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
  • Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.

8th Grade ELA/RTI Teacher

HIJH
08.2012 - 12.2022
  • Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
  • Led professional development workshops for peers on effective classroom management techniques.

Education

Master of Arts - Clinical Reading Instruction/Reading Specialist

Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, IL
12-2006

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building with students and colleagues
  • Establish leadership role: providing professional development on interventions strategies, testing protocol, Canvas usage, and best practices in reading instruction
  • Clear lesson planning
  • Motivating students through positive feedback and
  • Maintaining clear expectations in regards to classroom management
  • Data driven classroom instruction
  • Differentiated instruction for exceptional learners
  • Student-centered learning based on student need
  • Creative curriculum implementation
  • Learning strategies

Timeline

Teacher

HIJH
08.2024 - Current

8th Grade ELA/RTI Teacher

HIJH
08.2012 - 12.2022

Master of Arts - Clinical Reading Instruction/Reading Specialist

Northeastern Illinois University

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