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Lori A. Suzuki
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Professional Summary
Dedicated and resourceful professional educator with a solid commitment to the social and academic growth and development of every student. An accommodating and versatile individual with the ability to develop differentiated, hands-on lessons that will capture a child’s imagination and foster success. Aptitude is flexible, ensuring that every child’s learning styles and abilities are addressed. Experiences include curriculum development, lesson planning, team leadership, multiple committee participation, and specific further education classes and experiences. Effective communication and collaboration skills with students, parents, and staff members. Passion for education and an unwavering commitment to optimizing student success.
Academic Qualifications
University of Illinois
B.A. Elementary Education - 1983
Endorsements and Certifications
- Elementary Education, Type 03
- SLANT Certified, 2009
Professional Experience
Classroom Teacher - Lincoln School, River Forest, Illinois (2015 Blue Ribbon Award School)
July 1988 - Present
Classroom Teacher - Keeneyville School, Roselle, Illinois
July 1985 - July, 1988
Teacher’s Aide - Willow Springs School, Willow Springs, Illinois
July, 1983 - July, 1985
Professional Growth
- Utilized Common Core State Standards to create, rigorous, objective driven lessons.
- Assessed student abilities as related to desired educational goals and objectives.
- Implemented several instructional programs, providing an appropriate learning experience.
- Managed differentiation for individual students based on their unique learning styles.
- Created and implemented behavioral management techniques.
- Incorporated technology for education including designing notebook files for math curriculum, SmartBoard experience, and software investigation for first grade use.
- Presented academic content through a variety of instructional strategies.
- Ensured that the available environment is conducive to the learning process.
- Provided steady communication to parents via email and class website.
Leadership and Service
- Superintendent’s Leadership Council, River Forest School District #90, 2005 - 2007
- Teacher’s Leadership Council, 2008 - 2012
- Mentor Teacher, 2006 -2007, 2014 - 2015
- Early Entrance Committee, 2014 - 2015
- Math Committee, 2016
- Inclusiveness Advisory Board, 2014 - Present
current school climate.
Professional Development
- Units of Study - Writing/Lucy Calkins & TCRWP Focus Study, 2014
- Ed Tech 6030, 2012
- Participation in the Illinois Writing Project Leadership Training, 2011
- Participation in the Illinois Writing Project, 2009 & 2010
- Participation in the Illinois Writing Project, Social Emotional Writing, 2016