Andrea Rios
Chicago
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Chicago Public Schools, adept at lesson planning and classroom management. Proven track record in enhancing student engagement and supporting diverse learners. Bilingual in Spanish and English, I excel in parent communication and team collaboration, fostering a positive learning environment that promotes developmental readiness.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Classroom Teacher- First Grade
Chicago Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented lesson plans aligned with Illinois Learning Standards to foster student engagement
- Supported children with IEPs in reaching educational goals through tailored instructional strategies
- Prepared children for second grade by enhancing foundational skills and promoting developmental readiness
- Use emails to communicate with parents daily about classroom expectations
Director
Little Green Tree House
Chicago
07.2023 - 08.2024
- Directed the organization's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Managed budgets to optimize resource allocation across projects.
- Oversaw staff development through targeted training and mentorship programs.
- Implemented performance evaluation systems to improve staff accountability and productivity.
- Facilitated regular meetings to synchronize team objectives with organizational goals.
Lead Teacher- 4–5-year-old room
Little Green Tree House
01.2022 - 07.2023
- Prepared children developmentally for Kindergarten through targeted activities and assessments
- Created lesson plans using Illinois Learning Standards
- Collaborated with children with Individualized Family Service Plans to enhance educational outcomes
- Communicated daily with parents via email to clarify classroom expectations and foster engagement
Lead Teacher – 2-year-old room
Little Green Tree House
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Lead age-appropriate activities for children
- Developed lesson plans aligned with Illinois Learning Standards to enhance learning experiences for toddlers
- Communicated daily with parents about children's progress and development to foster strong home-school partnerships
- Supported multiple children in potty training to facilitate smooth transitions to the next classroom
- Responded to emails and Brightwheel messages from supervisors and parents in a timely manner
Teacher Assistant
Little Green Tree House
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Developed weekly lesson plans aligned with Illinois Learning Standards to enhance curriculum delivery
- Prepared 5-year-olds for kindergarten readiness, supporting their transition and development
- Assisted teachers in daily routines across various age groups, fostering an engaging learning environment
- Supervised outdoor play activities for various age groups at the park, ensuring safety and engagement.
- Set up snack and lunch areas, maintaining cleanliness and organization for a positive dining experience.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum and Instruction
National Louis University
Chicago, IL06-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
National Louis University
Chicago, IL01-2023
Child Dev Pre-School Ed-AAS -
Malcom X City College
01-2021
Skills
- Classroom instruction
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum implementation
- Student assessment
- Classroom management
- Behavior management
- Child Development
- Educational technologies
- Parent communication
- Team collaboration
- Bilingual (Spanish and English)
Timeline
Classroom Teacher- First Grade
Chicago Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
Director
Little Green Tree House
07.2023 - 08.2024
Lead Teacher- 4–5-year-old room
Little Green Tree House
01.2022 - 07.2023
Lead Teacher – 2-year-old room
Little Green Tree House
01.2021 - 01.2022
Teacher Assistant
Little Green Tree House
01.2019 - 01.2021
Master of Arts - Curriculum and Instruction
National Louis University
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
National Louis University
Child Dev Pre-School Ed-AAS -
Malcom X City College