Alejandro Salgado

Enthusiastic and compassionate aspiring elementary school teacher dedicated to creating a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment where all students can thrive. Committed to applying strong foundational knowledge of child development, classroom management, and differentiated instruction to support the academic and social-emotional growth of diverse learners. Eager to contribute to a collaborative school community and continue growing as an educator through reflective practice and ongoing learning.

• Educator License in Elementary Education 1-6
• Endorsements- Middle Grades English/Language Arts 6-8
• Anticipated Endorsements: Bilingual/ESL and Middle Grades Science 6-8

Robert Healy Elementary, K, Chicago, IL, 08/01/23, 09/30/23

• Participated in co-planning sessions with mentor teacher.,
• Supported a positive classroom environment by reinforcing routines and behavior expectations.

South Shore Fine Arts Academy, 3rd gr., Chicago, IL, 09/01/23, 10/31/23

• Observed a variety of teaching strategies tailored to meet the needs of students with diverse learning abilities.

Jefferson Elementary School, PreK, Berwyn, IL, 10/01/23, 10/31/23

• Observed and assisted with daily classroom activities, including morning routines, transitions, and instructional time.

Prairie Oak School, 1st gr., Berwyn, IL, 11/01/23, 11/30/23

• Supported students during lessons, provided one on one and small group assistance, and helped maintain an organized and productive learning environment.

Student Teacher, Nathan Hale Elementary, Chicago, IL, 08/01/24, 04/30/25

• Plan daily lesson plans based on the Common Core state standards with support of my cooperating teacher.
• Planned and implemented purposeful daily lessons using Skyline ELA and Skyline Foundational Skills
• Creating and maintaining a friendly safe environment for all students in my classroom by using restorative practice and learning about each student individually.
• Implemented differentiated instruction at a personalized level for all students in whole group and tier 1, 2 and 3 small group settings to meet their needs.
• Maintain student record in Aspen with equity.
• Supported students during lessons, provided one on one and small group assistance, and helped maintain an organized and productive learning environment.
• Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
• Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
• Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
• Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.

Robert Healy Elementary, K, Chicago, IL, 08/01/23, 09/30/23

• Participated in co-planning sessions with mentor teacher.,
• Supported a positive classroom environment by reinforcing routines and behavior expectations.

South Shore Fine Arts Academy, 3rd gr., Chicago, IL, 09/01/23, 10/31/23

• Observed a variety of teaching strategies tailored to meet the needs of students with diverse learning abilities.

Jefferson Elementary School, PreK, Berwyn, IL, 10/01/23, 10/31/23

• Observed and assisted with daily classroom activities, including morning routines, transitions, and instructional time.

Prairie Oak School, 1st gr., Berwyn, IL, 11/01/23, 11/30/23

• Supported students during lessons, provided one on one and small group assistance, and helped maintain an organized and productive learning environment.