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Melony Zanders

Chicago,IL

Summary

Passionate Early Childhood Educator with 4+ years of experience fostering engaged classroom environments and supporting diverse educational styles. Skilled in creating nurturing and inclusive learning spaces to encourage optimal performance and advancement. Proven ability to integrate technology, collaborate with families, and implement creative, play-based strategies to enhance development.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Full Time Nanny

North Shore Nannies
Chicago, Illinois
06.2025 - Current
  • Supervised daily activities and routines for multiple children at home.
  • Prepared healthy meals and snacks according to dietary needs and preferences.
  • Organized educational games and activities to promote learning and development.
  • Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and daily events.
  • Ensured a safe environment by adhering to health and safety standards consistently.
  • Developed positive relationships with children, fostering trust and open communication.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties related to childcare such as laundry or meal preparation.
  • Created an atmosphere of trust between myself and both the family and the kids I cared for.
  • Tended to children's general needs while providing supervision for safety in day-to-day activities.
  • Engaged children in age-appropriate activities to encourage intellectual and motor skills development.
  • Followed routines to foster stability and structure in children's lives during parental absences.

Private Tutor

Self Employed
08.2019 - Current
  • Provided one-on-one academic support, focusing on individualized learning needs and strategies.
  • Mentored students to build self-confidence and independence in learning.
  • Enabled underperforming students to achieve target academic goals through personalized coaching.

2nd Grade Teacher

Providence St. Mel School
06.2022 - 06.2025
  • Planned and delivered engaging lessons aligned with district standards, preparing students for standardized assessments.
  • Built and maintained positive relationships with students and parents to foster a welcoming learning environment.
  • Leveraged technology to enhance learning and provide easy access to educational materials.
  • Collaborated with administrators and colleagues to implement effective classroom management strategies.
  • Led students to achieve an average growth score in the 94th percentile on standardized assessments, demonstrating exceptional instructional impact and academic progress.

Lead Infant Teacher

Dandelion Preschool and Nursery
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Led a nurturing, play-based classroom for infants of ages 6 weeks - 15 months during the summer season.
  • Supported social, emotional, and physical development through sensory and interactive learning experiences.
  • Communicated effectively with families to maintain transparency and ensure developmental milestones were being met.
  • Collaborated with fellow educators to maintain a safe and engaging environment.

Preschool Teacher

Providence St. Mel School
Chicago, IL
08.2021 - 06.2022
  • Created and maintained a safe, interactive classroom environment for preschool-aged children.
  • Applied play-based learning techniques to promote physical, social, and academic growth.
  • Collaborated with families to ensure alignment between school and home environments.
  • Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse preschool classrooms.
  • Fostered a nurturing environment that encouraged social and emotional development.
  • Implemented age-appropriate educational activities to promote cognitive growth.

Overnight Nanny

Care.com Inc.
12.2020 - 08.2021
  • Provided personalized care to children, including newborns and toddlers, in a nurturing environment.
  • Coordinated daily activities to enhance physical, social, and cognitive development.
  • Maintained consistent routines, including meal preparation, hygiene, and bedtime schedules.

Education

Master of Science - Early Childhood Education

Concordia University Chicago
08-2025

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Concordia University Chicago
12.2022

Skills

  • Safe and Inclusive Learning Environments
  • Child development
  • Effective communication
  • Relationship building
  • Academic mentoring
  • Activity organization
  • Safety compliance
  • Early childhood education
  • Active listener
  • Safety awareness
  • Behavior management techniques
  • Schedule management
  • Housekeeping abilities
  • Potty training
  • Childcare
  • Meal preparation
  • Outdoor activities
  • Reliable
  • Valid Driver's license
  • Transportation safety
  • Effective team leader
  • Patience and tact
  • Social integration
  • Reading and storytelling
  • Music and dance
  • Light housekeeping
  • First aid certified

Certification

  • Gateway Certified Early Childhood Educator – 2021
  • First Aid and CPR Training – 2024
  • Mandated Reporter – Current
  • Epilepsy and Seizure Awareness School Training
  • DCFS Health and Safety Training: SIDS, Shaken Baby, Safe Sleep
  • Food Handler Training

References

  • Jeanette Butala - President of Providence St. Mel School 119 S. Central Park Blvd, Chicago IL 60624 (773) 722 - 4600
  • Marsha Landau, Ph.D - Mathematics Curriculum Coach/Mentor Providence St. Mel School 119 S. Central Park Blvd, Chicago IL 60624 (847) 791 - 9944
  • Julie Jovan-Sheerin Reading, Language Arts, Grammar/Writing Curriculum Coach at Providence St. Mel School 119 S. Central Park Blvd, Chicago IL 60624 (312) 504 - 1095
  • Brittani Jefferson Parent of Children Worked With Chicago, IL (312) 434 - 5224
  • Durelle Grimes Parent of Children Worked With 2116 N. Natchez Ave, Chicago IL 60707 (872) 600 - 3064
  • Cynthia Jones-Perry Parent of Child Worked With 5712 W. West End Ave, Chicago IL 60644 (773) 747 - 9361
  • Robert Williams Parent of Child Worked With Palatine, IL 60074 (224) 676 - 8420

Timeline

Full Time Nanny

North Shore Nannies
06.2025 - Current

Lead Infant Teacher

Dandelion Preschool and Nursery
06.2024 - 08.2024

2nd Grade Teacher

Providence St. Mel School
06.2022 - 06.2025

Preschool Teacher

Providence St. Mel School
08.2021 - 06.2022

Overnight Nanny

Care.com Inc.
12.2020 - 08.2021

Private Tutor

Self Employed
08.2019 - Current

Master of Science - Early Childhood Education

Concordia University Chicago

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Concordia University Chicago

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