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Barbara Garbin

Summary

Diligent childcare provider and teacher with extensive experience in providing safe, nurturing environments for children. Developed creative activities to foster development and managed daily routines effectively. Demonstrated strong organizational skills and effective communication with both children and parents.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

In-Home Childcare Provider

Self-employed
10.2010 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with families, resulting in high levels of trust and confidence in childcare services provided.
  • Worked with parents one-on-one to address individual needs of children in care.
  • Prepared tasty, nutritious meals for children.
  • Enhanced children''s cognitive development by conducting age-appropriate educational activities and games.

2nd Grade Classroom Teacher

Plainfield School District 202
08.2004 - 06.2010
  • Enhanced students'' critical thinking skills through the use of inquiry-based learning activities and group projects.
  • Developed strong parent-teacher partnerships by maintaining open communication lines and involving parents in their children''s learning process.
  • Fostered a culture of collaboration in my classroom, guiding students in working together effectively on group assignments and projects.
  • Monitored student progress and adjusted instructional strategies as needed, ensuring continuous growth for each learner.

Information Literacy Teacher

Plainfield School District 202
09.2002 - 06.2004
  • Taught first through fifth grade health topics using technology.
  • Updated school website when needed.


Education

Master's Degree - Curriculum And Instruction

National Louis University
Chicago, IL
05-2006

Bachelor's Degree - Elementary Education

University of St. Francis
Joliet, IL
12-2001

High School Diploma -

Plainfield High School
Plainfield, IL
06-1997

Skills

  • Age-appropriate activities
  • Positive attitude
  • Calm and patient demeanor
  • Teacher support and collaboration
  • Small group and individual assistance
  • CPR and first aid

Timeline

In-Home Childcare Provider

Self-employed
10.2010 - Current

2nd Grade Classroom Teacher

Plainfield School District 202
08.2004 - 06.2010

Information Literacy Teacher

Plainfield School District 202
09.2002 - 06.2004

Master's Degree - Curriculum And Instruction

National Louis University

Bachelor's Degree - Elementary Education

University of St. Francis

High School Diploma -

Plainfield High School