Jessica Moreno

Hi! My name is Jessica Moreno, and I am a recent graduate from Lewis University in Romeoville, Illinois. I currently received my Bachelor of Elementary Education and obtained my teaching license for the state of Illinois. For part of my undergraduate degree, I received a Learning Behavior Specialist endorsement. Also, as part of my undergraduate degree I received my Associate of Arts from the College of DuPage in Glen Ellyn, Illinois. I currently hold a position at Churchill Elementary as a Reading and Math aide. This position lets me support the classroom teacher’s efforts to provide a quality reading/math program to students in the classroom. Also this position reinforces and enriches the reading/math program under the supervision and guidance of the District Literacy/Math Specialist and in consultation with classroom teachers.

Teaching Philosophy

I believe that children deserve an education that is tailored to each of their needs as much as possible. I understand that every student is unique and learns in different ways and at different paces. Therefore, I make it my goal to meet students where they are and lead them towards success in every aspect of their education. I endeavor to create an atmosphere where children are comfortable to ask questions, unafraid to make mistakes, eager to discover, and challenged to go above and beyond their goals and expectations. It is my hope that my students will never want to stop learning!

Experience

Reading / Math Assistant

Churchill Elementary, Glen Ellyn, IL

  • Support the classroom teacher’s efforts to provide a quality reading/math program to students in the classroom
  • Reinforce and enrich the reading/math program under the supervision and guidance of the District Literacy/Math Specialist and in consultation with classroom teachers
    • January 2021 - Present

    Student Teaching

    Kendall Elementary, District 204, Naperville, IL

  • Plan and implement remote daily lessons for third grade for a class of 31 students
  • Incorporate social emotional activities into classroom activities to enhance social and emotional skills
  • Create an online atmosphere to encourage development of collaboration skills
  • Compose and design quarterly electronic newsletters for parents (98% parent satisfaction rating)
  • Incorporate innovative applications of current technology and cutting-edge media into lessons
  • Initiate contact with parents through e-mail, text, phone, and conferences to bridge home and school
  • Utilize electronic grading system to record/monitor student assessment and issue early alert notices
  • Implement a positive reward system for classroom management
  • Facilitate weekly presentations for remote learning
  • Actively engage in weekly department meetings
  • Attend monthly in-service online trainings and seminars on various topics
  • Member of Instructional Strategies committee
  • Help distribute materials for remote learning
    • Fall 2020

    Field Experience II (50 hours)

    St. Irene School, Fourth Grade, Warrenville, IL

  • Assisted teacher in planning, preparing, and organizing daily lessons

  • Actively taught Reading, Math, Science, and Social Studies lessons for fourth grade
  • Provided individual assistance to students with Individualized Education Plans
  • Facilitated small group lessons in Language Arts and Math
  • Facilitated in administering assessments
    • Fall 2019

    Field Experience I (50 hours)

    Wayne Builta Elementary, Third Grade, District 204, Bolingbrook, IL

  • Taught lessons in Reading, Math, Science, and Social Studies for 30 third graders

  • Taught general education students as well as individuals with learning challenges and special needs within a mainstreamed, inclusive classroom
  • Commended for ability to redirect students exhibiting behavior problems. Selected to lead district-wide in-service on classroom management
  • Participated in school staff meetings which focused on curriculum development, ESL teacher approaches, fundraising, and social emotional efforts for teachers and students
  • Observed Math, Social Studies, and Language Arts lessons
  • Assisted with taking attendance and grading homework assignments
  • Participated in social emotional learning professional development
    • Spring 2019

    Education

    Lewis University

    Bachelor of Arts
    Elementary Education
    Professional Educator License
    Learning Behavior Specialist 1 Endorsement

    GPA: 4.00

    2018-2020

    College of DuPage

    Associate's in Arts

    GPA: 3.50

    2015-2018

    Lesson Plans

    • Mathematics
    • Social Studies
    • Science
    • Novel Study
    • Hoot Novel Unit

    Interests

    Some things I love other than teaching students are spending time with my large family. Some say I am a foodie, but I just simply love tasting new food from around the world, since I am not able to travel as much as I would like! My favorite place to spend my time is walking my furry baby Mr. Pewi. Pewi is my adorable Jack-Russell terrior mix that brings me so much joy! I also love taking Pewi on long walks as much as I can. I try and put on my ice skates and skate throughout the year summer or winter!