Dina Muellman is seeking a position as an educator. She has a Masters in Educational Administration and a Bachelors in Elementary Education from Concordia University-Chicago and University of Illinois at Chicago respectively. She has 12 years of experience as a Chicago Public School teacher, most recently working as a substitute teacher. Her references praise her as delightful, highly cooperative, and organized. She is committed to encouraging student academic success and social growth.

1. Dina L. Muellman
1411 W. Touhy Ave. Unit E
Chicago, IL 60626
(Cell) 312-505-4882
dinamuellman@sbcglobal.net
“…I found Dina thoroughly
delightful to work with and the
staff found her highly
cooperative,supportive and
helpful to the students. Her
attendance and promptness
were excellent…. I’m sure she
would use her background as
well as her eagerness to do well
at whateverchallenge was
given her. Consequently,
hiring Ms. Muellman would
definitely be an asset to any
staff.”
Dr. James P. Menconi, Ph.D
Elementary School Coordinator
NU TEACH, Northwestern
University
Retired Principal, Monroe
School (1992-2007)
“…Dina is an extremely
organized and reliable teacher.
She has excellent written and
verbal communication skills….
Dina exhibitsher strengths
which are to name a few,
knowledge,creativity,
confidence,patience,and
conscientious. Furthermore,
she is a highly intelligent
individual and life learner.”
Karen Dermenjian
Chicago Public Schools
Retired Librarian, Monroe
School
Professional Profile
A Chicago Public School teacher for twelve years. Career goal: to reinvent
myself, as an educator, working for a school district, college, university or
an organization.
 Masters Degree in Educational Administration and Bachelors
Degree in Elementary Education.
 Years of experience using the Internet and educational software to
enhance teaching and learning skills.
 Resourceful and goal-driven professional educator with a strong
commitment to encourage social growth and academic success for
every student.
 Strong work ethic to achieve student-centered goals in an
educational environment.
Education, License, and Certifications
Masters ofArts in Educational Administration
Concordia University-Chicago. 2014
Bachelor ofArts in Elementary Education
Minor in Language Arts
University of Illinois at Chicago. 1998 Dean’s List student
Illinois State Board ofEducation - Professional Educator License
Elementary Education (registered thru 2020).
DePaul center for Urban Education, Connectors: Expanding School
Progress
Reading First Academies - Summer School Reading Institute
Professional Development workshops & classes in Literacy and Math
Certificate ofRecognition from the Chicago Academy for School
Leadership.
The James Monroe Local School Council Appreciation Certificate for
the dedicated service to the children of James Monroe Elementary School.
Key Qualifications
 Strong interpersonal and communication skills with students,
parents and staff.
 Years of professional experience assessing students’ needs and
providing appropriate guidance and support.
 Implement technological approaches to subject learning materials.
Research and retrieve educational resources on the Internet.
 Primary Chair Person at Burke Elementary School (4 years).

2.  Harry S. Truman College (volunteer in the tutoring center),Spring
Semester 2006
Experienced Teacher
 Designed and conducted various faculty and student workshops
for training in effective teaching and learning methods.
Integrated technology through the development of units that
included computer literacy skills; adapted activities to meet the
needs of individual learners.
 Actively engaged students in the learning process through a
variety of teaching methods; literature, guest speakers,movies,
fine arts, and Readers Theatre to encourage participation and
allow students to take ownership of their own learning.
 Enhanced student academic and social growth by using a variety
of teaching strategies and techniques; included whole group,
individual, small group, and teacher modeling to provide a solid
academic foundation and positive attitude toward education.
 Fostered a sense of curiosity and a deeper understanding of
varied subjects using thematic units within Reading, Math,
Science and Social Studies.
Employment
Substitute Teacher, K thru 8th
Grades, February 2011 to Present
Chicago Public Schools
Laid-off / Unemployed, June 2008 to February 2011
Went back to school for MA degree
Walking Librarian, October 2006 to June 2008
Monroe Elementary School, Chicago, IL
Business with Relative’s Estate, July 2005 to September 2006
Primary Teacher, August 2000 to June 2005
Burke Elementary School, Chicago, IL
Third Grade Teacher, August 1999 to June 2000
Saint James Elementary School, Chicago, IL
Computer Skills Proficiencies
Strong working knowledge of the Internet, MS Word, Office,Excel,
Power Point, Publisher, spreadsheets and educational software.