Ana Sutko
Oak Lawn,Illinois
Summary
Hello, I am a dedicated and passionate recent graduate with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, seeking to launch a career in the mental health field. I am comitted to making a positive impact on society through mental health awareness and support, driven by a strong desire to help others. I am currently gaining valuable experience as a preschool teacher, fostering skills in communication, empathy, and patience—essential qualities for success in mental health roles. There is much eagerness to leverage academic knowledge and hands-on experience to contribute effectively within a dynamic mental health team.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Penny Lane Schools
Chicago Ridge, IL
12.2022 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to foster positive behavior and learning environment.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's development and address concerns effectively.
- Facilitated hands-on activities that promote cognitive, social, and emotional growth in preschoolers.
Preschool Teacher
Richards High School
Oak Lawn, Illinois
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Create lesson plans and observations for my preschool class
- Prepare projects and informational learning that is age appropriate
- Work with individual students to find what skills they need to work on and what skills they succeed in
- Worked with other teachers to come up with class goals and learning skills
Lead Counselor
Chicago Ridge Park District
Chicago Ridge, Illinois
05.2019 - 07.2019
- Came up with educational activities for girls ages eight to nine years old
- Worked through social issues that the girls had between one another
- Trained two other counselors with working with the eight- to nine-year-old girls offering more help to these girls
- Had one on one time with an eight-year-old who had special needs
Education
Associate of Science -
South College
Knoxville, TN03.2026
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
South College
Knoxville, TN02.2026
Skills
- Early childhood education
- Curriculum planning
- Social skills development
- Age-appropriate assessment
- Special needs support
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Child development expertise
- Schedule creation and maintenance
- Behavior management
- Parent communication
- Observational skills
- Child safety procedures
- Calm and patient
- Effective listening
- Strong work ethic and dependable
- Problem-solving
- Child CPR and first aid
- Organizational and planning skills
- Social-emotional learning
- Empathy and compassion
- Certified in early childhood education
Certification
- Human Development and Growth
- Psychology 101
- Composition 101
- Teaching Internship
- Preschool Course
- Child Development
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Penny Lane Schools
12.2022 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Richards High School
01.2020 - 03.2020
Lead Counselor
Chicago Ridge Park District
05.2019 - 07.2019
Associate of Science -
South College
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
South College