Leo Gonzalez
Northeastern Illinois University
Cicero
4
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Dedicated person with strong classroom management and student engagement skills. Experienced in implementing positive reinforcement techniques that promote a productive learning atmosphere and encourage student collaboration. As well as reliable and knowledgeable educator with experience developing and delivering engaging lessons. Friendly individual enjoys helping students learn new things.
Work History
Substitute Teacher
2 Years 7 Months- Facilitated student engagement through interactive activities and discussions.
- Collaborated with teachers to support diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, fostering a positive learning environment for students.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
Tutor / STEM Tutor
4 Years 7 Months- Developed engaging instructional materials utilizing educational technology tools.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence, and build important learning skills.
Substitute Teacher
7 Months- Managed classroom behavior to maintain a productive learning environment.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
- Promoted a collaborative learning environment through group projects and peer-to-peer activities, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Skills
Classroom management
Adaptable
Activity planning
Student engagement
Positive reinforcement
Bilingual
Active
Group and individual instruction
Attention to detail
Staff collaboration
Certification
Associates degree
Seal Of Biliteracy
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Alcuin Montessori School
03.2025 - 10.2025Read More
Substitute Teacher
District 99 / Columbus East
03.2024 - CurrentRead More
Tutor / STEM Tutor
Northeastern Illinois University
03.2022 - CurrentRead More
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Arts from Elementary Education
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St. Augustine College
Associate of Arts from Criminal Justice
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