- Educational technology & digital learning
- Instructional design
- Accessibility & inclusive learning
- Curriculum design
- Data-informed instruction
- Professional learning & teacher support
LILY SANTIAGO
Wauwatosa,WI
Summary
Motivated Elementary Education graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree seeking an entry-level position in Educational Technology. Proficient in instructional design and familiar with various educational technology tools. Committed to enhancing learning experiences through innovative technology integration while pursuing professional development in the ed tech sector.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Nanny
Self-employed
10.2019 - Current
- Schedule dates and times with parents to provide childcare. Current clientele consists of eight families.
- Take full responsibility of children in their homes both on a short term and long-term basis, including overnight assignments.
- Supervise children in daily activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization. ensuring their safety and well-being.
- Transporting children to scheduled activates.
- Prepare nutritious meals tailored to children's dietary needs and preferences.
- Handle challenging behavioral issues using appropriate discipline strategies and proactive communication with parents.
- Develop strong communication and trusting relationships with parents to provide updates on children's care.
- Collaborate closely with parents in establishing boundaries/rules within the household, which helped maintain consistency across all environments.
- Organize and clean home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
Student Teacher
Summit View Elementary
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Developed lesson plans aligning with curriculum standards to enhance student engagement.
- Integrated technology into lessons to enhance educational experiences and accessibility for students.
- Tailored to diverse learner needs and learning styles.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and interactive activities into lessons.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem solving skills to enable students to step out of comfort zone.
- Incorporated real-world applications into lessons, making content relevant and relatable for students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular connections, reinforcing key concepts across subject areas.
- Developed culturally responsive curriculum materials that acknowledged diverse perspectives and promoted inclusivity within the classroom setting..
- Fostered culture of respect and curiosity, encouraging students to engage deeply with curriculum.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to integrate cross-curricular themes, enriching educational experience.
Kids Academy Team Member
Lifetime Fitness Brookfield
10.2019 - 12.2023
- Provided nurturing care for multiple children at a time, between the ages of newborn to ten years.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Formed trusting and mutual relationships with parents and guardians.
- Facilitated and supervised engaging educational activities, enhancing learning experiences, social development, physical fitness, and healthy habits. Activities included yoga, music and movement, gym games, and daily summer camp.
- Developed creative arts-based activities to stimulate imaginative thinking and self-expression in young learners.
- Worked as part of a team coordinating social events, checking children in and out and running themed activities.
- Independently organized, and supervised the set up, and take down of different themed birthday parties such as swimming, tumbling, gym activities, arts and crafts.
- Collaborated with team members to create a safe and inclusive environment for all participants. Contributed to a collaborative and supportive team atmosphere by sharing resources, ideas, and expertise with fellow academy staff members.
- Mentored and trained new team members, sharing best practices, offering support during challenging situations, and providing guidance throughout their professional growth. Trained new staff on program procedures, ensuring consistency in service delivery and operational standards.
- Maintained a tidy environment to comply with club cleanliness standards.
- Sanitize toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety.
- Closed the academy after each shift by restaging spaces according to company policies and procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Carroll University
Waukesha, WI12-2025
Associate - General Education
Waukesha County Technical College
Waukesha05.2023
High School Diploma -
Wauwatosa West High School
Wauwatosa06.2020
Skills
- Organizational skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Flexible and adaptable
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Excellent communication
Interests
Timeline
Student Teacher
Summit View Elementary
08.2025 - 12.2025
Private Nanny
Self-employed
10.2019 - Current
Kids Academy Team Member
Lifetime Fitness Brookfield
10.2019 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Carroll University
Associate - General Education
Waukesha County Technical College
High School Diploma -
Wauwatosa West High School