Kelli Ives
Fox River Grove,Illinois
Summary
Dedicated and passionate preschool teacher with over seven years of experience in child care. Committed to installing independence within children through building skills. Possesses exceptional collaborative and organizational skills within interdisciplinary teams.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Developmental Preschool Teacher
Step Forward Therapy
05.2023 - Current
- Worked alongside occupational and speech therapists, where I gained skills in team collaboration
- Used play-based teaching skills to develop cognitive skills, fine and gross motor skills, along with social and problem-solving skills
- Improved classroom environment by resolving behavioral issues through positive reinforcement techniques
- Modeled positive behaviors to help improve children's self-esteem and social skills.
Behavioral Technician
Roots Autism Solutions
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Implemented client-centered treatment plans under supervision of a Behavior Certified Board Analysis (BCBA)
- Collect data on clients' progress and create session notes
- Collaborate with other therapists to facilitate consistent interventions.
Youth Soccer Coach
The Town of Normal
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Planned, organized, and conducted weekly practices and games
- Developed team comradery through teaching the rules of the sport and sportsmanship
- Taught basic skills of the sport, including how to dribble, run, shoot, and pass the ball
- Provided training direction, encouragement, and motivation for the team.
Summer Camp Counselor
YMCA
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Coordinated and led themed activities for the camp for ages 5-14
- Established professional relationships with parents and staff members to build rapport
- Communicated with parents to inform them about their child's rundown of that day
- Collaborated with staff members in planning activities and events
- Helped resolve camper's disagreements through talking with the campers about the issues
- Completed and maintained attendance forms
- In charge of groups of eight kids or more for off-site field trips every week.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Illinois State University
Normal, Illinois05.2024
High School Diploma -
Cary-Grove High School
Cary, Illinois05.2020
Skills
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Individualized Treatment Planning
- Motivational Skills
- Patience and Empathy
- Problem-solving abilities
- Teamwork and Leadership Qualities
- Play-Based Learning
- Special Needs Understanding and Knowledge
- Dedicated, Positive Attitude
Community Service
- Hospice Care Volunteer 08/2023 to 05/2024
Visit with a hospice patient once a week to provide comfort and support.
- Boys and Girls Club Volunteer 01/2024 to 05/2024
Engage with the kids weekly through homework help, facilitating games, and emotional support.
Timeline
Behavioral Technician
Roots Autism Solutions
06.2024 - 09.2024
Developmental Preschool Teacher
Step Forward Therapy
05.2023 - Current
Youth Soccer Coach
The Town of Normal
03.2023 - 04.2024
Summer Camp Counselor
YMCA
05.2022 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Illinois State University
High School Diploma -
Cary-Grove High School
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