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Gillian Schumaker

Rock Falls,IL

Summary

Enthusiastic educator with the communication and interpersonal skills necessary to lead classrooms and execute lesson plans. Provides instruction and guidance to students of all ages. Creates positive classroom environments and effectively manages student behavior.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute, PreK-2

Sterling Public School
08.2023 - Current
  • Followed classroom plans left by the class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.

Childcare Counselor

Sterling- RF YMCA
09.2017 - Current
  • Assisted families with applications and paperwork to facilitate the enrollment process.
  • Collaborated with other counselors to design fun and enriching activities for children.
  • Communicated with parents about children's activities and reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor.
  • Built and maintained positive relationships with kids, staff, and families.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Western Illinois University
Moline, IL
01.2025

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Sauk Valley Community College
Dixon, IL
05.2022

Skills

  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Creating Activities
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Time Management
  • First Aid and CPR
  • Problem Solving
  • Classroom Management
  • Ability to be Flexible

Timeline

Substitute, PreK-2

Sterling Public School
08.2023 - Current

Childcare Counselor

Sterling- RF YMCA
09.2017 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Western Illinois University

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Sauk Valley Community College
Gillian Schumaker