Professional educator with comprehensive experience in curriculum development and classroom management. Known for ability to inspire students and foster collaborative learning environments. Adaptable and reliable team player with strong communication and organizational skills.
Work History
Lead Teacher
1 Year 3 Months
Primrose Of Carol Stream | 05.2025 - Current
Developed and implemented age-appropriate curricula to enhance student learning and engagement.
Assessed student progress through regular evaluations, adapting teaching methods accordingly.
Trained and mentored new teachers in classroom management and instructional strategies.
Collaborated with parents to foster strong relationships that support student development.
Co Teacher
4 Years
Bright Horizons Family Solutions | 08.2022 - Current
Working collaboratively with my co teacher on lesson plans and implementation of lesson plans.
Providing documentation for assessment, portfolios, and conferences.
Maintained an organized classroom to enhance learning and efficiency.
Implemented positive transition moments to facilitate smoother classroom changes.
Having a classroom that is set up that offers ample time for social/emotional interaction, learning and play.
Providing a nurturing environment that is welcoming for the students
Evaluated and adjusted plans and curriculum based on students' needs and interests.
Lead Teacher
3 Years 6 Months
Primrose of St. Charles West | 07.2018 - 01.2022
Create a welcoming and nurturing environment for each child
Cultivated strong relationships with students and parents to foster a supportive learning environment
Maintained effective classroom management strategies to ensure a focused and productive atmosphere
Implementing curriculum as well as adjusting curriculum based on the students’ needs
Incorporating literacy and math into daily schedule
Enhancing learning center based on theme, season and students’ interests.
Created student portfolios showcasing progress and achievements
Evaluated student progress and communicated feedback to parents to support academic growth
Conducted conferences with parents to discuss student performance throughout the year
Working as a team with assistant teacher
Mentoring new hires and other teachers at school
Co Teacher
2 Years 4 Months
Primrose of Brentwood | 02.2016 - 06.2018
Managed daily schedule to ensure smooth transitions and maximize learning opportunities
Following through on lesson plans
Helping students gain positive social, emotional and problem-solving skills
Conducted daily assessments of student progress to inform instructional strategies
Monitored daily attendance of children in my care
Facilitated development of positive social, emotional, and problem-solving skills in students
Co Teacher
5 Months
Cambridge Academy | 09.2015 - 02.2016
Developed and implemented weekly lesson plans to enhance student engagement
Facilitated activities to strengthen children's social and emotional skills
Worked collaboratively with co-teacher
Collaborated with co-teacher to enhance lesson delivery with co-teacher
Floater
9 Months
Fannie Battle Day Home or Children | 09.2012 - 06.2013
Supported lead teacher across all age groups
Prepared lesson plans for absent teachers to ensure continuity of learning
Assisted with the organization of the class on daily basis
Followed up with the lead teacher about assigned duties of the day
Assistant Teacher
4 Years 4 Months
Elk Grove Township Daycare | 04.2008 - 08.2012
Engaged children aged 1 year to 6th grade in after-school activities
Coordinated safe transportation for children by assisting with bus pick-up for after-school program
Substituted for unavailable teachers in various classroom settings
Education
Diploma
Hoffman estates High School | Hoffman Estates, IL | 01.2006
Associate of Applied Science - Sociology
City College of Chicago | Chicago, IL | 01.2024
CDA Certificate - Social Work
01.2019
Associate of Arts - Child Development
Harper Community College | Palatine, IL | 01.2008
Skills
Childcare management
Activity planning
Curriculum development
Classroom management
Child development
Behavior modeling
Childcare services
Conflict resolution
Interests
With my 17 years of experience
I can offer your company a different outlook on ways to approach the classroom as I help children learn socially
emotionally and cognitively in a nurturing
fun and structured way. A goal I have set while employed within this company is to seek guidance from leadership when needed and attend seminars on matters that improve my classroom. I have ambitions to pursue a Bachelors’ degree in Sociology with a minor in Substance Abuse Counseling and the needs of Vulnerable Children and their Families.