Yaremi Machuca
Aurora
Summary
Bilingual preschool teacher assistant with experience in early childhood education, leadership, customer service, and financial institutions. Strong skills in communication, training, translation, and collaboration within diverse and fast-paced environments. Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education with ESL endorsement.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Bilingual Preschool Teacher Assistant
East Aurora District 131
Aurora
2022.08 - Current
- Support instruction in a blended bilingual preschool classroom serving diverse learners
- Assist with implementation of SEL and Pyramid Model practices
- Collaborate with lead teachers to support language development and classroom routines
- Serve as a member of the School Leadership Team
- Developed and facilitated professional development for teaching assistants
- Initiated and led a staff book study focused on instructional practices
- Implemented daily routines to promote a structured and supportive classroom environment.
- Organized educational materials and resources to support various learning styles and needs.
Customer Experience Representative
BMO Harris Bank
Oswego
2022.04 - 2022.08
- Resolved customer account inquiries and transaction issues with efficiency.
- Educated clients on banking products and services to enhance understanding.
- Processed business account transactions with precision and attention to detail.
- Provided bilingual support and translation services for diverse clientele.
Teller
Kane County Teachers Credit Union
Aurora
2021.06 - 2022.04
- Assisted members with account inquiries and service requests.
- Managed cash drawer and ensured accurate balancing daily.
- Collaborated with team to improve customer service standards.
- Received and processed customer transactions, including deposits, withdrawals, loan payments and other banking services.
Manager
Discovery Clothing Company
Naperville
2018.10 - 2021.06
- Supervised and managed up to 10 employees per shift
- Trained new employees in sales floor operations and backroom procedures
- Authorized returns and assisted management with daily operations
- Delivered consistent customer service in a fast-paced retail environment
- Recognized as Employee of the Month (January 2019, May 2019, February 2020)
- Provided Spanish–English translation for customers and staff
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
National Louis University
Chicago, IL2026-06
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Waubonsee Community College
Sugar Grove, IL2024-05
Skills
- Fluent in Spanish (spoken and written)
- Classroom support & behavior management
- Family & student communication
- Leadership and staff training
- Professional communication (email & documentation)
- Time management & multitasking
- Paraprofessional License (Illinois)
- Short-Term Substitute License (Illinois)
Timeline
Bilingual Preschool Teacher Assistant
East Aurora District 131
2022.08 - Current
Customer Experience Representative
BMO Harris Bank
2022.04 - 2022.08
Teller
Kane County Teachers Credit Union
2021.06 - 2022.04
Manager
Discovery Clothing Company
2018.10 - 2021.06
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
National Louis University
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Waubonsee Community College