Diane Gayley
Chicago,United States
Summary
Diligent assistant teacher/SECA, with a solid background in supporting lead teachers and students. Assisted in implementing individualized education plans and fostering inclusive learning environment. Demonstrated patience and adaptability while effectively managing classroom dynamics and student needs.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Temporary Special Education Classroom Assistant
Chicago Public Schools
Chicago, IL
02.2026 - 03.2026
- Assisted educators in developing and implementing individualized education plans for diverse learners.
- Collaborated with teachers to create a supportive classroom environment promoting student engagement.
- Monitored student behavior and progress, providing constructive feedback to promote positive outcomes.
- Facilitated small group instruction to reinforce concepts and skills tailored to individual learning needs.
Assistant Teacher (Preschool)
Willow Tree Child Care
Chicago
02.2024 - 11.2025
- Assisted lead teacher in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate activities for children aged 3-5 years.
- Supported the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of students through interactive and play-based learning.
- Assisted with classroom management, and maintained a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment to promote positive behavior and learning.
- Facilitated small group activities, read-aloud sessions, arts and crafts, and outdoor play.
- Experienced in Creative Curriculum lesson planning and implementation, and Reggio-Emilia style milestone assessment and documentation.
Sales Associate
Anthropologie
Chicago
05.2021 - 02.2024
- Aided customers by recommending, locating, and styling products.
- Facilitated purchases through point of sale, maintained product and floor standards, processed shipments, and guided customer experiences.
- Assisted in supervising and training new employees.
Child Caretaker
Local
Naperville
06.2014 - 06.2019
- Responsible for as-needed childcare within my local community, including after-school care, overnight care, travel care, transportation, and additional pet care.
Education
Associate of Arts -
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL05-2019
Skills
- Inclusion strategies
- Classroom organization
- Creative Curriculum lesson planning/implementation
- Positive reinforcement
- Data collection
- Nonverbal communication
- Assistive technology (TouchChat)
- Google Suite
Certification
- Paraprofessional License ELS(PARA), ISBE, ROE 15, valid Dec 2025 — June 2031
- Short Term Substitute License, ISBE, ROE 15, valid Jan 2026 — June 2031
Timeline
Temporary Special Education Classroom Assistant
Chicago Public Schools
02.2026 - 03.2026
Assistant Teacher (Preschool)
Willow Tree Child Care
02.2024 - 11.2025
Sales Associate
Anthropologie
05.2021 - 02.2024
Child Caretaker
Local
06.2014 - 06.2019
Associate of Arts -
College of DuPage