Andrea Perez
Arlington Heights
Summary
Seeking a position as a Teacher
Nurturing educator experienced in creating a safe environment and helping each child grow at their own pace.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
A Mother’s Touch
Arlington Heights
03.2019 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to individual student needs.
- Facilitated classroom activities that enhanced social and emotional growth in students.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to create a positive learning environment.
- Built and strengthened relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff to foster a collaborative learning environment.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss student progress and concerns.
- Embraced growth mindset by reflecting on and improving performance to better support children.
Personal Support Worker
Abequa Home Health Care Agency
Des Plaines
03.2017 - 01.2019
- Assist patient with feeding, changing and bathing
- Accompanied patients to outings, therapy sessions, and doctor's appointments to support their engagement in care.
- Facilitated patient participation in community activities to enrich daily living experiences.
Weekly program assistant/ PURSUIT adult Day
Northwest Special Recreation Association
Rolling Meadows
02.2015 - 01.2017
- Supervised and encouraged individuals with disabilities in recreation programs, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.
- Ensured safety and behavior management of participants, enhancing engagement in activities.
- Promoted positive relations among participants, parents, coworkers, park district employees, and community contacts, strengthening community ties.
Education
Associate in Arts -
Harper College
Palatine, ILAssociate in Applied Science - Early childhood Teacher
Harper College
Palatine, ILSkills
- Classroom management
- Fluent in Spanish and English
- Parent communication
- Communication
- Adaptability
- Multitasking
- Adaptation
Certification
- Early Childhood Education-Assistant Teacher, 05/18
- Early Childhood Education- Teacher, 12/19
- Early Childhood Education- Assistant Director, 12/22
- Early Childhood Education- Infant/Toddler Teacher
- First Aid and CPR certification - American Heart Association, 03/24
Coursework
- Health, Nutrition, Safety
- Principles of Early Childhood Curriculum
- Child Development
- Introduction to Early Childhood Education Psychology
Timeline
Teacher
A Mother’s Touch
03.2019 - Current
Personal Support Worker
Abequa Home Health Care Agency
03.2017 - 01.2019
Weekly program assistant/ PURSUIT adult Day
Northwest Special Recreation Association
02.2015 - 01.2017
Associate in Arts -
Harper College
Associate in Applied Science - Early childhood Teacher
Harper College