Eden Sjogren
River Forest ,IL
Summary
Experienced early childhood educator with eight years of hands-on work with children. Currently enrolled in Purdue Global for a Bachelor's in Early Childhood Administration after earning an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education. Aims to open a nursery center, reflecting a strong dedication to fostering child development.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
Carol Stream, IL
2022 - 08.2025
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
Assistant Adventure Manager
The Salvation Army
Camp Lake, Wi
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Offered physically and emotionally safe and supportive environment for outdoor education, cooperation and fun utilizing hands-on activities to foster individual growth in youth!
- Facilitated programs for campers in team building events, zip-line, rock climbing, high ropes, low ropes, and archery
- Managed risk and ensured safety for all campers during outdoor activities, resulting in zero accidents.
Lead Camp Counselor
The Salvation Army
Camp Lake, WI
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
Assistant Camp Counselor
The Salvation Army
Camp Lake, Wi
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Managed conflicts among campers with sensitivity, employing de-escalation tactics to restore harmony within the group dynamic.
- Developed strong relationships with campers, fostering a positive environment where they felt supported and encouraged.
- Assisted in the coordination of daily schedules, ensuring smooth transitions between activities for optimal time management.
- Created an inclusive atmosphere by addressing individual camper needs, adapting activities to accommodate diverse abilities.
Education
Early Childhood Administration
Purdue Global
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Olivet Nazarene University
Bourbonnais, IL05.2022
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Loves children
- Time management
- Active listener
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Child safety
- CPR and first aid
- Play-based learning
- Positive reinforcement
- Emotionally supportive
- Parental communication
- Positive role model
Timeline
Assistant Adventure Manager
The Salvation Army
06.2019 - 08.2019
Lead Camp Counselor
The Salvation Army
06.2018 - 08.2018
Assistant Camp Counselor
The Salvation Army
06.2017 - 08.2017
Lead Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
2022 - 08.2025
Early Childhood Administration
Purdue Global
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Olivet Nazarene University