Leslie Maria Leon
Chicago
Summary
Professional educator prepared for role with strong background in fostering student development and managing classroom dynamics. Valued for ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and adapt to changing needs. Skilled in lesson planning, classroom management, and engaging diverse student populations. Known for reliability, excellent communication, and results-driven approach.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
2024.01 - Current
- Create/Follow lesson plans
- Provided quality learning experience for the students
- Enforce classroom rules and manage classroom
- Keep the students on task
Substitute Teacher
2024.01 - Current
- Create/Follow lesson plans
- Provided quality learning experience for the students
- Enforce classroom rules and manage classroom
- Keep the students on task
Field experience in 1st grade classroom
Nathan Hale Elementary School
2024.01 - 2024.12
- Worked closely with a lead teacher to support our students
- Provided quality learning experience for our students
- Lead small groups with ELL students
- Tested/Graded students in their proficient in English/Spanish
Field experience in 1st grade classroom
Nathan Hale Elementary School
2024.01 - 2024.12
- Worked closely with a lead teacher to support our students
- Provided quality learning experience for our students
- Lead small groups with ELL students
- Tested/Graded students in their proficient in English/Spanish
Field experience in pre-k/kindergarten
Whittier Elementary School
2022.01 - 2023.12
- Worked closely with a lead teacher to support our students
- Provided quality learning experience for our students
- Created small group lesson plans
- Provided a fun and educational environment
Field experience in pre-k/kindergarten
Whittier Elementary School
2022.01 - 2023.12
- Worked closely with a lead teacher to support our students
- Provided quality learning experience for our students
- Created small group lesson plans
- Provided a fun and educational environment
Field experience in pre-k classroom
St. Agnes of Bohemia School
2022.01 - 2022.12
- Worked closely with a lead teacher to support our students
- Provided quality learning experience for our students
- Helped students with classroom
- Provided a fun and educational environment
Field experience in pre-k classroom
St. Agnes of Bohemia School
2022.01 - 2022.12
- Worked closely with a lead teacher to support our students
- Provided quality learning experience for our students
- Helped students with classroom
- Provided a fun and educational environment
Community Helper
Buildon
2017.01 - 2019.12
- Volunteered for weeks after school
- I would help the children with their daily activities
- Helping children with their homework
- Assisting in playtime with the children
Community Helper
Buildon
2017.01 - 2019.12
- Volunteered for weeks after school
- I would help the children with their daily activities
- Helping children with their homework
- Assisting in playtime with the children
Mujeres Latinas Inc
2017.01 - 2017.12
- Company Overview: Daycare helper
- I volunteered for weeks after school
- I would help the children with their daily activities
- Daycare helper
Mujeres Latinas Inc
2017.01 - 2017.12
- Company Overview: Daycare helper
- I volunteered for weeks after school
- I would help the children with their daily activities
- Daycare helper
Mujeres Latinas Inc
2016.01 - 2016.12
- Company Overview: After school matters
- It was a paid learning experience
- Helped get involved in community
- After school matters
Mujeres Latinas Inc
2016.01 - 2016.12
- Company Overview: After school matters
- It was a paid learning experience
- Helped get involved in community
- After school matters
Education
Bachelor - Early Childhood Education, ESL Minor
National Louis University
Chicago, IL01.2024
Skills
- Communication
- Leadership
- Time management
- Adaptability
- Classroom management
- Critical thinking
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Student engagement
- Creativity in teaching
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
2024.01 - Current
Substitute Teacher
2024.01 - Current
Field experience in 1st grade classroom
Nathan Hale Elementary School
2024.01 - 2024.12
Field experience in 1st grade classroom
Nathan Hale Elementary School
2024.01 - 2024.12
Field experience in pre-k/kindergarten
Whittier Elementary School
2022.01 - 2023.12
Field experience in pre-k/kindergarten
Whittier Elementary School
2022.01 - 2023.12
Field experience in pre-k classroom
St. Agnes of Bohemia School
2022.01 - 2022.12
Field experience in pre-k classroom
St. Agnes of Bohemia School
2022.01 - 2022.12
Community Helper
Buildon
2017.01 - 2019.12
Community Helper
Buildon
2017.01 - 2019.12
Mujeres Latinas Inc
2017.01 - 2017.12
Mujeres Latinas Inc
2017.01 - 2017.12
Mujeres Latinas Inc
2016.01 - 2016.12
Mujeres Latinas Inc
2016.01 - 2016.12
Bachelor - Early Childhood Education, ESL Minor
National Louis University