Jennifer Lesiak
Summary
Compassionate Assistant Pre-Kindergarten Teacher known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in early childhood education, classroom management, and developmentally appropriate practice. Excel in communication, patience, and creativity, ensuring an engaging learning environment for young learners.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Quest Academy
Palatine
09.2020 - Current
- Assisted lead teacher in developing engaging lesson plans for diverse learners.
- Facilitated classroom activities that promoted social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Supported children during playtime and guided interactions with peers.
- Provided nurturing guidances, facilitate hands-on learning and foster intellectual curiosity.
- Conduct initial and ongoing assessment of students progress.
Assistant Art Director
My Museum Palatine
Palatine
09.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with artists to conceptualize engaging exhibition layouts.
- Assisted in designing promotional materials for museum events and programs.
- Coordinated installation of artworks, ensuring proper display techniques were used.
- Help build a child’s museum that was designed by children for children.
Director/Teacher
Kids Club,NCH Wellness Center
Arlington Heights
08.2011 - 08.2020
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse age groups and learning styles.
- Supervised teaching staff to ensure quality educational delivery and compliance.
- Organized curriculum workshops to enhance teaching techniques and student engagement.
- Oversee daily operations coordinate staff schedules; assist in hiring process.
- Answer phones and book reservations.
Lead Teacher
,Child Learning Center
Palatine
09.1989 - 05.2013
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student needs.
- Guided classroom activities to promote active learning and participation.
- Mentored new teachers in instructional techniques and classroom management.
- Forster a nurturing and enriching learning environment to simulate young children’s development through exploration,investigation and problem solving.
- Design and implement development-appropriate curriculum for children agates through six, including an Art Initiative that culminated in a on-campus art fair in which children displayed their art pieces.
- Utilized focused portfolio methods to assess each child’s progress in seven developmental areas; hold parent-teacher conferences to discuss growth and recommend strategies to address developmental priorities.
- Develop and present workshops on various early childhood education topics including behavioral development and art for young children.
- Present information about Harper’s Child Learning Center services to prospective families (one-on-one and at open house events) and at community events.
- Encourage community involvement; assist parent-sponsored fundraisers for the school supplies; coordinate programs to increase donations to local food banks and book drives (collected over 10,000 books in a single drive).
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
William Rainey Harper College
Palatine, IL 09.1985 - 06.1989
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education
Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, ILSkills
- Lesson planning
- Child assessment
- Classroom management
- Developmentally appropriate curriculum
- Over 35 years of experience in designing and implementing creative curriculum to enhance the cognitive, psychosocial, and emotional development of children Highly skilled in making lessons interactive and engaging Adept at building and maintaining positive relationships with parents, allowing for open communication regarding their child’s strengths and opportunities for growthExtensive experience in mentoring student teachers
Certification
- William Rainey Harper College, Palatine ,IL Associate of Applied Science & Associate in Early Childhood Education
- Director Qualified Certification
- Northeastern Illinois University, Chicago,IL Currently pursuing Bachelor of Science in Education
- Professional Development & Certifications member,National Association for the Education of Young Children
- Attend National Conference Annually
- Paraprofessional license State of Illinois
- Member, Greater O’Hare Association for the Education of Young Children.
- CPR /First Aid Certification & AED Trained
Timeline
Assistant Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Quest Academy
09.2020 - Current
Assistant Art Director
My Museum Palatine
09.2019 - Current
Director/Teacher
Kids Club,NCH Wellness Center
08.2011 - 08.2020
Lead Teacher
,Child Learning Center
09.1989 - 05.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
William Rainey Harper College
09.1985 - 06.1989
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education
Northeastern Illinois University