Ana Paredes
Chicago
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Two's Teacher
Ladybug and Friends Daycare & Preschool
Chicago, IL
08.2021 - Current
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
Lead Preschool Teacher
TLC Learning Center
Crest Hill, IL
07.2018 - 08.2021
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Assisted and supervised 10 children through entire school day.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication regarding their child's progress.
- Supported the social-emotional development of students by implementing lessons on empathy, communication skills, and conflict resolution.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
Education
Associate of Arts - Psychology
City Colleges of Chicago - Wilbur Wright College
Chicago, IL12.2024
High School Diploma -
Lockport Township High School
Lockport, IL01.2016
Skills
- DCFS experience
- Time management
- Bilingual (Spanish)
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- CPR and First Aid
- CRSS eligibility and willingness before going into work experience
- ECE experience
Certification
CPR and First Aid certified
Mandated Reporter
Timeline
Lead Two's Teacher
Ladybug and Friends Daycare & Preschool
08.2021 - Current
Lead Preschool Teacher
TLC Learning Center
07.2018 - 08.2021
Associate of Arts - Psychology
City Colleges of Chicago - Wilbur Wright College
High School Diploma -
Lockport Township High School