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Monica Alvarez

Arlington Heights,IL

Summary

Passionate and dedicated professional with experience in childcare , teaching and administrative support. Skilled in fostering early childhood development and creating learning environments for children. A very open open person with high emotional intelligence. Very loving demeanor with children which they sense.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher (Toddlers)

Kensington School
04.2023 - Current
  • Provide care for toddlers and implement developmental tools provided by Kensington.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.

Spanish Teacher

Kensington School
11.2021 - Current
  • Teach Spanish to children aged two to four years old using songs and rhymes.

Virtual Assistant

The Capitol Group
10.2018 - 10.2021
  • Uploaded commercial property listings on CoStar.
  • Managed lead generation and compiled contact lists.
  • Provided administrative support and assistance to team members.

Director of Client Services

KELLER WILLIAMS OC COASTAL
11.2017 - 10.2018
  • Delivered high-quality administrative support to Real Estate Agents.
  • Recruited and trained agents, implemented education programs, and provided business consulting services.

Assistant Team Leader

KELLER WILLIAMS CHICAGO-O'HARE
01.2015 - 10.2017
  • Provided administrative support and recruitment services to Real Estate Agents.
  • Implemented education programs and business plans for agents.

English Teacher

ALEXANDER BAIN INSTITUTE
08.2003 - 12.2014
  • Taught English to pre-school through 6th-grade students.
  • Developed effective study programs and curriculum.
  • Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
  • Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
  • Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding student progress and needs.
  • Increased student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.
  • Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
  • Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
  • Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Teaching English As A Second Language

Anglo American University Center
Mexico City, Mexico

Skills

  • Childcare
  • Preschool experience
  • Toddler care
  • Childhood development
  • Bilingual
  • Daycare
  • First aid
  • Early Childhood Education
  • First Aid/CPR

Certification

  • Teaching Certification
  • First Aid Certification
  • Child Development Associate Certification
  • CPR Certification
  • Special Education Certification

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Teacher (Toddlers)

Kensington School
04.2023 - Current

Spanish Teacher

Kensington School
11.2021 - Current

Virtual Assistant

The Capitol Group
10.2018 - 10.2021

Director of Client Services

KELLER WILLIAMS OC COASTAL
11.2017 - 10.2018

Assistant Team Leader

KELLER WILLIAMS CHICAGO-O'HARE
01.2015 - 10.2017

English Teacher

ALEXANDER BAIN INSTITUTE
08.2003 - 12.2014

Some College (No Degree) - Teaching English As A Second Language

Anglo American University Center
Monica Alvarez