Desiree Guzman
Chicago,IL
Summary
I am currently majoring in Child Development under the Department of Human Development and Family Studies at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. To study child development means exploring how kids grow and change from birth through adolescence. I have been exposed to children's physical growth, cognitive skills, emotional regulation, social interactions, and language development. I'm learning to observe how different factors, such as genetics, environment, and experiences, influence these changes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Work Intern
Franklin STEAM Academy
Champaign, Illinois
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Attended Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings to support student academic and behavioral planning.
- Co-facilitated social work sessions, and conducted individual sessions for students on assigned caseloads.
- Created and implemented lesson plans tailored to students’ social-emotional learning goals.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators during staff meetings, student conferences, and team discussions.
- Completed a comprehensive site project focused on enhancing student engagement and well-being.
AZmall World Child Development Laboratory
Emmie Ruiz
Chicago, Illinois
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Assisted in daily care routines for children, ensuring a safe environment.
- Planned and organized engaging activities to promote social skills and creativity.
- Collaborated with teachers to implement lesson plans effectively.
- Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and daily experiences.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance childcare techniques and best practices.
LAR Coordinador
Dining Hall at Urbana Champaign
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Lead and supervise dining hall staff, ensuring efficient operations and high service standards
- Manage staffing, including scheduling and shift assignments.
- Oversee staff training and development.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization in accordance with health and safety standards.
- Assign tasks and positions to ensure smooth workflow.
Childcare Provider
Vianey Ortega
Chicago, Illinois
12.2020 - 06.2022
- Provide attentive care for children ages 2 to 6, ensuring their safety, and well-being.
- Plan and engage in age-appropriate activities to promote learning, creativity, and physical development.
- Prepare meals and snacks, ensuring proper nutrition, and addressing dietary needs.
- Assist with basic hygiene tasks, including diapering, potty training, and dressing.
- Communicated regularly with parents about child behavior and progress.
- Managed bedtime routines, including reading stories and ensuring a calm environment.
- Developed personalized care plans based on individual child needs and interests.
- Maintained a clean and organized play area, ensuring a safe environment for children.
Mentor
La Semilla
07.2021 - 08.2021
- Mentored students from Pre-K to 10th grade, supporting academic and personal development.
- Led educational workshops and organized sports events to promote engagement and teamwork.
- Prepared lunch for all mentees, fostering a positive environment.
- Facilitated peer meetings to encourage communication and collaboration.
Education
Currently Majoring in - Early Childhood Development
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Urbana Champaign, IL10.2025
High School Diploma -
Farragut Career Academy
2345 S Christiana Ave, Chicago, IL 6062306-2022
Skills
- Time management
- Public relations
- Team player
- Leadership
- Effective communication
- Critical thinking
- Multitasking
- Conflict resolution
- Activity coordination
- Parent engagement
- Social-emotional learning
- Lesson planning
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Spanish, Fluent
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Social Work Intern
Franklin STEAM Academy
08.2025 - 12.2025
AZmall World Child Development Laboratory
Emmie Ruiz
06.2025 - 08.2025
LAR Coordinador
Dining Hall at Urbana Champaign
08.2023 - 05.2024
Mentor
La Semilla
07.2021 - 08.2021
Childcare Provider
Vianey Ortega
12.2020 - 06.2022
Currently Majoring in - Early Childhood Development
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
High School Diploma -
Farragut Career Academy