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Karen Flores

Justice

Summary

Reliable and compassionate. Working at Little Sunshine's has grown my skills immensely and pushed me to my best, hardworking ability. As a highly motivated individual, I strive for success of not only myself, but also of the company I represent. I am an adaptable student, with the ability to learn new skills quickly and efficiently.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Preschool Teacher

Little Sunshine's Playhouse & Preschool
Willowbrook
02.2025 - Current
  • Participated in team meetings with administrators to review curriculum objectives or discuss school policies.
  • Developed lesson plans that were tailored to meet the individual needs of each child
  • Strong communication between parents and I
  • Ensured compliance with all state regulations for early childhood programs

Assistant Preschool Teacher

Little Sunshine's Playhouse & Preschool
Willowbrook
05.2024 - 02.2025
  • Maintained daily records of activities, behaviors, meals, and naps.
  • Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines.
  • Assisted with implementation of approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule.

Assistant Preschool Teacher

Hickory Hills Park District
Hickory Hills
09.2023 - 05.2024

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Lewis University
Romeoville, IL
05-2027

High School Diploma -

Argo Community High School
Summit, IL
05-2023

Skills

  • Team collaboration
  • Lesson planning
  • Team meetings
  • Professionalism
  • Excellent communication
  • Reliability
  • Caring and empathetic demeanor
  • Time management abilities
  • Bilingual (Spanish)

Certification

  • Pediatric First Aid CPR AED Child/Infant/Adult
  • Mandated Reporter
  • Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS/SUID/AAP Safe Sleep)
  • Trauma- Informed Practice for Child Care Providers
  • Food Handler Essentials Course
  • Shaken Baby Syndrome (SBS/Traumatic Brain Injury)

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Lead Preschool Teacher

Little Sunshine's Playhouse & Preschool
02.2025 - Current

Assistant Preschool Teacher

Little Sunshine's Playhouse & Preschool
05.2024 - 02.2025

Assistant Preschool Teacher

Hickory Hills Park District
09.2023 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Lewis University

High School Diploma -

Argo Community High School
Karen Flores