Laura D. Montero
Chicago
Summary
Bilingual, with 7+ years of experience working with children ages 6 weeks-13 years old. Manage classrooms up to 25 students, enthusiastic, caring educators who believe that all children can learn, and thrive in a learning environment that is stimulating, comforting and appropriate to children’s abilities. Deeply committed to providing creative, high quality educational materials and superior instructional support to create the best educational environment possible. Exceptional ability to establish understanding with students and parents and community.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education classroom Assistant
Sharon Crista McAuliffe Elementary School
08.2019 - Current
- Pre-K Blended 3-year-old
- Family Engagement Liaison Pre-K 2023 – 2025
- Palenque LSNA afterschool teacher (2-8 grade) 2023 – Present
Education
Bachelor’s degree - Early Childhood Ed.
Lewis University at St. Augustine College
Associate Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
St. Augustine College
Chicago, IL05-2016
Skills
- Proficient in Spanish
- Clear and concise communication across diverse groups
- Facilitate engaging learning environments
- Develop age-appropriate instructional materials
- Facilitating development for children with special needs
- Child development knowledge
- Positive reinforcement strategies
- Curriculum design
- Student progress assessment
- Data collection
- Math strategies
- Transition planning
- Literacy strategies
Timeline
Special Education classroom Assistant
Sharon Crista McAuliffe Elementary School
08.2019 - Current
Associate Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
St. Augustine College
Bachelor’s degree - Early Childhood Ed.
Lewis University at St. Augustine College