Elizabeth Alvarez
Chicago,IL
Summary
Attentive and creative teacher passionate about helping young children develop emotional, social and educational skills. Familiar with developmentally appropriate activities and experienced by providing nurturing environments conducive to learning. Promote physical, emotional and social health to complement academic progress.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Christies Carousel of Learning
Park Ridge, IL
12.2021 - Current
- Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
- Organized educational materials and resources to create an engaging learning environment.
- Assisted in providing a safe and secure environment for children.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians by regularly communicating student progress.
- Facilitated group play activities that encouraged collaboration among students.
- Incorporated music, art, games, books, blocks, puzzles into daily instruction.
- Led story time sessions designed to promote literacy skills among young learners.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers on various projects related to curriculum design and implementation.
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
Family Nanny
James Family
Chicago, IL
10.2017 - 12.2021
- Developed strong relationships with both parents to ensure open communication regarding the children's progress.
- Transported children to school functions or appointments as needed.
- Assisted with homework assignments in all subject areas on an as needed basis.
- Followed routines to foster stability and structure in children's lives during parental absences.
- Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Assisted children with completing homework and special assignments to improve academic performance.
Teacher - 2nd Grade
Chicago Public Schools, Hanson Park
Chicago, IL
08.2005 - 01.2010
- Conducted regular assessments of student performance and provided feedback to students and parents.
- Created an environment conducive to learning through positive reinforcement and behavior management strategies.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop differentiated instruction plans for struggling learners.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills by providing engaging projects and assignments.
- Facilitated small group activities that addressed specific academic objectives.
- Established standards for student behavior in order to maintain a safe classroom environment where all students can learn effectively.
- Promoted parent involvement by scheduling meetings throughout the school year and encouraging attendance at school events.
- Assisted in developing Individual Education Plans for special education students.
- Attended professional development workshops on new teaching techniques and technologies.
- Created safe, nurturing environment of trust and respect.
- Handled challenging classroom behaviors with positive and affirming techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL05-2005
Skills
- Group Instruction
- Story Time, Arts, And Crafts
- Small Group Instruction
- Excellent Classroom Management
- Class Instruction
- Learning Strategies
- Lesson Preparation
- Child Supervision
- Motivating Students
- Classroom Management Strategies
- Classroom Organization
- Bilingual In Spanish
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Christies Carousel of Learning
12.2021 - Current
Family Nanny
James Family
10.2017 - 12.2021
Teacher - 2nd Grade
Chicago Public Schools, Hanson Park
08.2005 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Illinois At Chicago
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