DIRLENE FREITAS
Carol Stream,IL
Summary
Professional educator skilled in creating dynamic, inclusive classroom experiences that drive student success. Adept at leveraging diverse instructional strategies to meet varied learning needs, ensuring comprehensive understanding of material. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability in ever-evolving educational settings, with focus on critical thinking and communication.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ESL/EL Teacher (Grades PreK-4th Grade)
Hillside SD 93 - Hillside Elementary School
11.2022 - Current
- Develop lessons based on the learning needs of culturally diverse and multi-skilled level students to increase English Language Skills and align with curriculum and state/standards
- Create a learning environment that is successful in helping Els reach their personal, academic, and professional goals
- Administer students' assessments to gauge student literacy skills and progress
- Create effective communication with students and parents while working cooperatively and collaboratively with staff
- Strive to maintain and improve professional competence by attending conferences and workshops
ESL Instructor Adult Education - Volunteer Work
People's Resource Center
01.2021 - Current
- Expanded students'' vocabulary knowledge through targeted activities, increasing their ability to communicate effectively in English.
- Tailored lesson plans to accommodate differences in learning styles and speeds.
- Boosted students'' critical thinking skills by introducing problem-solving activities and real-world scenarios.
Swim Instructor/Coach/Supervisor Deck
Goldfish Swim
01.2021 - Current
- Provide a safe and positive environment for swim instruction for both beginning and advanced swimmers
- Adapted teaching techniques to different learning styles.
- Communicated clearly and positively with parents to ensure expectations were met and exceeded.
- Maintained CPR, First Aid, and lifeguard certifications to ensure preparedness for emergency situations during lessons.
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
Head Teacher - Pre Kindergarten
Peter Pan Early Learning Center
01.2014 - 01.2023
- Develop lesson plans in alignment with the education center learning curriculum to provide a safe learning environment for Pre-Kindergarten students
- Adept at creating and developing innovative curriculums and activities to foster personal and emotional growth in children
- Provide feedback and educational updates to parents during parent/teacher conference meetings
- Create and develop a positive, welcoming program that embraces students, families, and the school
Head Teacher - Prekindergarten
Allie Gator Playskool
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Supervised students to ensure learning according to the teaching curriculum adapted by the school
- Duties included lesson plans/planning, ensuring safety, and communicating with Bilingual parents
- Built and maintained strong relationships with parents by facilitating open lines of communications and scheduling meetings to assess student progress and behavior
- Created a partnership with a multilingual family around literacy and developing extracurricular activities
Head Teacher - Pre Kindergarten
Imagination Station Learning Center
01.2004 - 01.2007
- Assess child behavior and learning
- Develop and tailor lesson plans to the needs of individual students in preparation for kindergarten
- Managed a classroom with 20-25 preschool students, developed curriculum and group learning activities to facilitate academic growth and enrichment
- Working as a volunteer to engage with the families in extracurricular activities
Education
M.D. - Curriculum and Instruction
National Louis University
06.2025
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Rio De Janeiro
03.1998
Skills
- Fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese
- Educational Technology Utilization
- Athletic Coaching Expertise
- Sponsorship of Spanish Club
- Diversity and Inclusion Advocacy
- Team-Based Learning
- Empathetic Communication
- Tailored Instruction Techniques
- Engaging Families
- Effective Learning Techniques
- Fostering Student Participation
Certification
- National Louis University, Bilingual Educational Teacher - Spanish k to 12th, 11/23
- National Louis University, Endorsement in ESL, 08/23
- University of Rio de Janeiro, Endorsement in Mathematics for Middle School, 12/00
Timeline
ESL/EL Teacher (Grades PreK-4th Grade)
Hillside SD 93 - Hillside Elementary School
11.2022 - Current
ESL Instructor Adult Education - Volunteer Work
People's Resource Center
01.2021 - Current
Swim Instructor/Coach/Supervisor Deck
Goldfish Swim
01.2021 - Current
Head Teacher - Pre Kindergarten
Peter Pan Early Learning Center
01.2014 - 01.2023
Head Teacher - Prekindergarten
Allie Gator Playskool
01.2011 - 01.2014
Head Teacher - Pre Kindergarten
Imagination Station Learning Center
01.2004 - 01.2007
- National Louis University, Bilingual Educational Teacher - Spanish k to 12th, 11/23
- National Louis University, Endorsement in ESL, 08/23
- University of Rio de Janeiro, Endorsement in Mathematics for Middle School, 12/00
M.D. - Curriculum and Instruction
National Louis University
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Rio De Janeiro
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