Alex DeMarchi
Frankfort,IL
Summary
Experienced professional committed to providing students with tools and resources to succeed academically. Highly organized and detail-oriented with passion for helping children reach academic goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Wildlife Teacher
Roots And Wings Homeschool Co-Op
Frankfort, United States
02.2023 - Current
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
Co-Lead Preschool Teacher
Everbrook Academy
Frankfort, IL
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Maintained a safe and healthy learning environment by adhering to state regulations.
- Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.
- Implemented appropriate behavior management techniques according to school policy.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current on early childhood education trends.
- Created an inviting atmosphere that encouraged cooperation among students while promoting self-esteem.
- Organized and implemented developmentally appropriate activities for young children.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Assisted with meal times by supervising students during lunch or snack breaks.
Kindergarten Teacher's Aide
The Farm And Nature Discovery Preschool
Palos Park, IL
10.2022 - 06.2024
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Developed and delivered presentations on course topics.
Daycare Assistant
DeMarchi Daycare
Frankfort, IL
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Promoted learning and social development through structured and unstructured playtime.
- Planned and implemented crafts and other activities to spark interest and enhance development.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN06-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Penn Foster College
Scottsdale, AZ05.2024
Skills
- Observations and Assessments
- Childhood Development
- Character Development
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Classroom Instruction
- Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
- Classroom management
- Behavior management
- Professional development
- Team collaboration
- Engagement strategies
- Teaching strategies
Affiliations
- Graduated with honors from Penn Foster College
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Co-Lead Preschool Teacher
Everbrook Academy
08.2024 - 02.2025
Wildlife Teacher
Roots And Wings Homeschool Co-Op
02.2023 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher's Aide
The Farm And Nature Discovery Preschool
10.2022 - 06.2024
Daycare Assistant
DeMarchi Daycare
08.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Walden University
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Penn Foster College
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