Alyssa Gutierrez
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate educator pursuing alternative licensure in Early Childhood Education through a Master of Arts in Teaching at Saint Xavier University. Passed the ILTS 206 content exam and currently teaching in CPS incentive schools, including a cluster special education setting. Committed to fostering inclusive, equitable learning environments for underserved communities and planning to pursue an LBS1 endorsement in special education.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Chicago Public Schools
01.2024 - Current
- Provide instructional support in general and special education classrooms from Pre-K through 8th grade
- Adapt to varied classroom settings, including cluster programs, while maintaining student engagement and safety
- Execute lesson plans with flexibility and professionalism across diverse school environments
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Finkl Academy
04.2025 - 06.2025
- Serve as a long-term substitute in a cluster classroom for 3rd–5th grade students with special needs
- Implement differentiated instruction tailored to IEP goals and individual student needs
- Support behavior management, classroom routines, and academic instruction in a high-need setting
- Collaborate with case managers, aides, and related service providers to promote student growth
Learning Assistant
Saint Xavier University
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Supported psychology lab courses by guiding small group instruction and reinforcing core concepts
- Ensured student comprehension through individualized assistance and active participation
Peer Tutor
Saint Xavier University
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Led academic support sessions and peer tutoring in psychology and general education subjects
- Developed personalized learning plans and encouraged peer collaboration and critical thinking
Education
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Saint Xavier University
Chicago, IL08-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Saint Xavier University
Chicago, IL05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Clinical/Community Psychology
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, ILSkills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Student Engagement & Support
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Effective Communication
- Collaboration with Educators & Staff
- Classroom management
- Adaptable
- Lesson planning
- Special education
- Student tutoring
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Finkl Academy
04.2025 - 06.2025
Substitute Teacher
Chicago Public Schools
01.2024 - Current
Learning Assistant
Saint Xavier University
01.2024 - 05.2024
Peer Tutor
Saint Xavier University
01.2024 - 05.2024
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Saint Xavier University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Saint Xavier University
Bachelor of Science - Clinical/Community Psychology
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
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