Luzmaria Nunez
Chicago,IL
Summary
Passionate Early Childhood Teacher with a commitment to providing a safe learning environment for all students. Proven track record of developing creative learning strategies and tools to help children reach their full potential. Enthusiastic, creative, and adaptable to institutional needs.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Child Care Careers Services Preschool
Chicago, IL
01.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with other teachers to ensure student success.
- Uphold classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Assist in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Develop strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities.
- Work with various ages. From Infants to preschool age children.
Lead Teacher
Little Green Tree House
Chicago, IL
03.2020 - 11.2023
- Create weekly Lesson Plans and Newsletters.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress via Brightwheel.
- Food Handlers Certificate
- CPR and First Aid Certified
- Parent Teacher Conferences
- Host Family Events
Assistant Teacher
Little Green Tree House
Chicago, IL
03.2017 - 03.2020
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Classroom management
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Step in as Lead when the Lead Teacher is absent.
Teacher Aid
Little Green Tree House
Chicago, IL
08.2016 - 03.2017
- Closing the classroom, and performing closing duties such as cleaning, sanitizing, organizing, etc.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Assisted the Lead and Assistant teachers in the classroom with activities as well as monitoring the children.
- Assured that any daily logs were completed and any paper work signed before parent arrival.
City Year AmeriCorps Member
City Year Chicago
Chicago IL, IL
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Placed to work at Kelvyn Park High School in the Hermosa community.
- Assigned 10 focus list students. Responsible to document attendance, behavior and course performance.
- Placed in a ninth grade algebra class and partnered with a math teacher.
- Had a responsibility of creating lesson plans, filling daily planners, and trackers on a daily bases.
- Math coordinator and point person for the math FEN(Family Engagement Night)
- Part of the Service Reserve cyclo, where we host events to beautify communities and schools.
- Teamwork with my Kelvyn Park colleagues to host other events such as VIP lounges, attendance rallies, and English FEN.
- Tutored students after school and during lunch time.
- Had Behavior Lunches with behavior list students.
- (Once a week and consisted of activities done together) Attended 9th grade level meetings; talking with other 9th grade teachers and counselors.
- Attended occasional meetings with my Team Leader, Manager, and Coach.
- Attend trainings with the whole City year 2016 Core group.
- CTA hours
- Attend evening meetings at headquarters.
Education
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
City Colleges of Chicago-Harold Washington College
Chicago, IL05-2015
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education
DePaul University
Chicago, ILSkills
- Parent Communication
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom Management
- Student Tutoring
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- Typing Speed: 29 WPM
- Mentoring
- Behavioral Management
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Goal Setting
Accomplishments
- City Year AmeriCorps 2016 Alumni
- The National Society of Leadership and Success
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
Certification
- Food Handlers Certificate
- CPR and First Aid Certified
- Mandated Reporter
- Child Development, Health, and Safety Basics
- Welcoming Each and Every Child
- SIDS
- SBS
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Child Care Careers Services Preschool
01.2024 - Current
Lead Teacher
Little Green Tree House
03.2020 - 11.2023
Assistant Teacher
Little Green Tree House
03.2017 - 03.2020
Teacher Aid
Little Green Tree House
08.2016 - 03.2017
City Year AmeriCorps Member
City Year Chicago
08.2015 - 06.2016
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
City Colleges of Chicago-Harold Washington College
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education
DePaul University
- Food Handlers Certificate
- CPR and First Aid Certified
- Mandated Reporter
- Child Development, Health, and Safety Basics
- Welcoming Each and Every Child
- SIDS
- SBS
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