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Work History
Education
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Affiliations
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Itzel Calderon

Warrenville,IL

Summary

Dynamic early childhood educator with a track record of fostering child development and emotional support at The Gardner School. Skilled in creating inclusive, engaging activities that promote learning and growth. Fluent in English and Spanish, with excellent communication skills. Proven ability to thrive under pressure, ensuring a safe and positive environment for every child. Attentive and creative professional 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

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Childcare Assistant Teacher

The Gardner School
Naperville, Illinois
09.2023 - Current
  • Assisted Lead Teacher in planning and implementing age-appropriate activities for children.
  • Organized daily classroom routines, including snack time, story time, and outdoor playtime.
  • Monitored the safety of children at all times while they were playing or engaging in activities.
  • Encouraged positive interactions between students through group projects and activities.
  • Assisted with potty training when needed.
  • Conducted regular assessments of each child's development progress and shared results with parents.
  • Provided individual attention to each student by addressing their needs promptly and positively reinforcing desired behaviors.

Lead Teacher, Two-Year-Olds Classroom

West Chicago Park District
West Chicago, Illinois
05.2021 - Current
  • Developed and implemented age-appropriate activities to promote physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development in two-year-olds.
  • Collaborated with parents on individual student progress reports and goals.
  • Developed an effective communication plan for sharing information between families, school personnel, and outside agencies.
  • Implemented strategies to ensure that all students had equal access to educational resources regardless of their background or ability level.
  • Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
  • Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental, and social development.

Summer Camp Director

West Chicago Park District
West Chicago, Illinois
06.2022 - 08.2024
  • Organized and supervised staff training sessions.
  • Developed and implemented camp curriculum, activities, and policies.
  • Maintained a safe environment for campers by enforcing rules and regulations.
  • Supervised daily operations of the summer camp program.
  • Provided guidance to counselors on how to manage difficult situations with campers.
  • Conducted end-of-season evaluations of counselors and other support staff.
  • Assigned tasks to counselors based on their strengths, while also providing opportunities for them to develop new skill sets.

Human Services Intern

Outreach
Warrenville, Illinois
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Provided emotional support to clients by actively listening and responding with empathy.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to coordinate care for clients.
  • Participated in case reviews and provided input based on observations from visits with clients or families.

Education

Associate of Arts - Social Work

College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL
05-2024

Some College (No Degree) - Social Work

Aurora University
Aurora, IL

Skills

  • Efficient under pressure
  • Emotionally supportive
  • Positive and cheerful
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Loves children
  • Fluent in English and Spanish
  • First aid and CPR-certified
  • Active listener
  • Toilet training
  • Health and Safety
  • Arts, crafts, and games

Affiliations

  • Nature (walks, park)
  • Family Orientated

Accomplishments

  • The Seal of Biliteracy

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Human Services Intern

Outreach
01.2024 - 05.2024

Childcare Assistant Teacher

The Gardner School
09.2023 - Current

Summer Camp Director

West Chicago Park District
06.2022 - 08.2024

Lead Teacher, Two-Year-Olds Classroom

West Chicago Park District
05.2021 - Current

Associate of Arts - Social Work

College of DuPage

Some College (No Degree) - Social Work

Aurora University
Itzel Calderon