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Mary Martorano

Chicago,IL

Summary

Friendly and outgoing knowledgeable about resident behaviors, preferences and needs. Skilled organizer and problem-solver driven to increase resident satisfaction through proactive support.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Babysitter

The Rogers And Towey Families
Chicago, United States
05.2020 - Current
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles and read books to young children.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands and share by leading by example.
  • Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
  • Offered age-appropriate, fun and educational activities for children ranging in age from preschool to eighth grade.
  • Fostered close relationships with children by discussing school, friends and hobbies.

Teaching Volunteer

Onahan Elementary
Chicago, IL
05.2022 - 06.2022
  • Tutored children individually or in small groups to help with assignments and reinforce targeted lesson skills.
  • Established and maintained positive relationships with students to foster environment of support and open communication.
  • Made copies of and organized daily class worksheets so teacher could run through class smoothly
  • Led reading review and repetition drills for students struggling with difficult concepts.
  • Worked with a English as a second language student three hours a week on reading and writing assignments which resulted in a increase of the students English literacy and reading comprehension skills
  • Instructed lesson on both math and language arts to special education students

Student Peer Mentor

William Howard Taft Highschool
Chicago, United States
08.2019 - 06.2020
  • Supported younger peers through one-on-one sessions, determining aspirations, setting goals and working through challenges.
  • Shared information about student life, academic offerings and healthy decision making with peer mentees.
  • Facilitated and organized events and trainings for other mentors to learn innovative ways to coach and inspire peers.
  • Attended and led meetings with other peer mentors to offer support and standardize resource offerings.
  • Worked with peers speaking English as second language, supporting individual progress despite unique barriers.
  • Presented and drafted various scheduling options for students to help allocate time for classes, extra work and free time.
  • Shared resources, opportunities and activities to support mentee's learning and development.
  • Counseled thirty students individually to assist in overcoming obstacles, make proper choices to stay focused and adjust to college life.
  • Met mentee formally, informally, in-person and virtually to offer support.
  • Established trusting relationship with mentee by maintaining professionalism and honoring confidentiality.
  • Assisted in organizing several award ceremonies,celebrations and interactive lesson to encourage mentee success
  • Identified issues that hindered student academic achievement.
  • Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Urban Education

University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL
05.2025

Skills

  • Age-Appropriate Recreational Activities
  • Regulating Schedules
  • Activity Planning
  • Emergency Situations
  • Client Needs Assessment

Timeline

Teaching Volunteer

Onahan Elementary
05.2022 - 06.2022

Babysitter

The Rogers And Towey Families
05.2020 - Current

Student Peer Mentor

William Howard Taft Highschool
08.2019 - 06.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Urban Education

University of Illinois At Chicago

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