Antonia Sofia Falco

Certification

Phone: (708) 248-2832 2244 N. Clark #420, Chicago, IL 60610

E-Mail: Antonia.falco@gmail.com__________________

________________________________ Illinois Initial Secondary Education Certification (Type 09), Concentrations: History and Sociology, March 2012 Middle School Endorsement in Social Science

Education
DePaul University, Chicago, IL Bachelors of Arts in Secondary Social Science Education, March 2012, Cumulative GPA: 3.6/4.0 M.Ed of Special Education, Expected: June 2011

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Teaching Experience

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Substitute Teacher, The Latin School of Chicagos Middle School, IL, April 2009-Current Substitute taught in a variety of middle school classes, and chaperoned off campus field trips with the 6th and 7th grade Substitute taught for two weeks during the 6th grade Social Studies teachers paternity leave Student Teacher, Catherine Cook Middle School, Chicago, IL, Winter 2012 Accommodated different learning styles by utilizing videos, visual aids, music, and art Provided one-on-one help for students preparing for large assignments, such as a project, tests, and numerous homework assignments Integrated technology into the classroom with Smart Board and supplemental materials Designed and implemented a set of classroom rules to develop classroom management Developed student-centered lesson plans for 6th grade Social Studies classes Collaborated with other sixth grade teachers to meet the needs of particular students Created homework assignments to improve writing skills Contacted parents regarding their childs weekly progress in terms of school work and behavior Planned an interdisciplinary unit on Ancient China with the 6th grade English teacher Created a final assessment for the Ancient Japan unit in the form of a test

Teaching Related Experience

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Student Volunteer, Northwestern Saturday Enrichment Program, Chicago, IL, Spring 2011 Supported challenging curriculum for academically talented grade K-8 students. Assisted with delivery of probability and statistics activities to students. AVID Tutor, Oak Park River Forest High School, Oak Park, IL September 2009-2011 Lead interactive cooperative learning sessions with grades 9th-12th students on subjects of their choice Encouraged participation and higher order thinking skills through exploration of student-created questions Worked with diverse student bodies to create academic successes for students, regardless of race, ethnicity, and gender Prepared and gave information regarding college skills and the application process to juniors and seniors

Extracurricular Activities___________________________________________________________________
Cheerleading Member, DePaul University, Athletic Department 2009-2012 Choreographed and taught dances at volunteer cheer clinics for students in kindergarten to sixth grade Performed at DePaul men and womens basketball games

Honors
Deans List Member, DePaul University, 2009-2012 Italian Honors Award, DePaul University, 2010

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Special Skills and Interests

Currently enrolled in a Master of Special Education program Proficient in Microsoft Office software and Smart Board technology Participated in High School Varsity Track, Cheerleading, and School newspaper Interested in cheerleading, dance, and track in terms of participation and coaching