Aracelli Maldonado
Melrose Park,IL
Summary
Creative and energetic Early Childhood Education professional devoted to offering diverse activity plans and experiential learning opportunities to enhance individual development. Friendly, supportive and motivated with strong desire to promote student potential. Offering over 20 years of experience with passion for building strong rapport with faculty, students and caregivers.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teaching Intern Bilingual Kindergarten
Scott Elementary School District 83
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating diverse instructional strategies and multimedia resources.
- Evaluated student progress through formative and summative assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Developed positive relationships with students, fostering supportive learning environment that encouraged academic success.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular activities, promoting interdisciplinary connections and real-world applications.
Early Childhood Infant Teacher
Bright Horizons
06.2018 - Current
- Enhanced infant learning by implementing age-appropriate activities and educational games.
- Promoted cognitive development through interactive play sessions and sensory experiences.
- Improved communication skills among infants by incorporating sign language into daily routines.
- Assessed developmental milestones and provided regular updates to parents on their child's progress.
- Maintained safe, nurturing environment for infants by adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop and implement engaging lesson plans for infant care.
Early Childhood Kindergarten-Prep Teacher
Bright Horizons
07.2009 - 01.2018
- Enhanced student learning by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into daily lessons.
- Improved classroom management by implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for behavior.
- Increased parent-teacher communication through regular newsletters and conferences, building strong relationships with families.
- Boosted student engagement by using diverse teaching methods, including visual aids, audio tools, and interactive exercises.
- Developed customized lesson plans to accommodate individual student needs, promoting academic growth and success.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formative assessments, adjusting instruction as needed to ensure understanding of key concepts.
Early Childhood Teacher
Kiddie Korner Academy
09.2001 - 01.2009
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences.
- Provided individualized support to struggling students through targeted instruction and one-on-one tutoring.
- Established positive classroom environment by setting clear expectations and promoting respect among students.
- Implemented data-driven instructional strategies, resulting in improved student performance on assessments.
Education
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
National Louis University
Chicago, IL06.2024
Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Development In Leadership - Early Childhood in Leadership
Rasmussen University
Illinois City, IL01.2021
Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Development -
Truman College
Chicago Il 01.2007
HS Diploma -
Jones College Prep
Chicago, IL01.1996
Skills
- Bilingual
- Critical Thinking
- Patient
- Teamwork
- Organization
- Early Childhood Development
- Documentation requirements
- Activity Planning
- Curriculum Planning
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Early Literacy Support
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Student Teaching Intern Bilingual Kindergarten
Scott Elementary School District 83
03.2024 - 05.2024
Early Childhood Infant Teacher
Bright Horizons
06.2018 - Current
Early Childhood Kindergarten-Prep Teacher
Bright Horizons
07.2009 - 01.2018
Early Childhood Teacher
Kiddie Korner Academy
09.2001 - 01.2009
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
National Louis University
Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Development In Leadership - Early Childhood in Leadership
Rasmussen University
Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Development -
Truman College
HS Diploma -
Jones College Prep
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