MONICA MARIELA RODRIGUEZ
Chicago,IL
Summary
Elementary Education candidate (K–6) at the University of Illinois at Chicago with a 3.4 GPA and Bilingual Endorsement in progress. Completed a full year of student teaching at Mitchell Elementary School and currently serving as a substitute teacher since the beginning of the school year. Experienced in literacy instruction, phonemic awareness development, differentiated instruction, and culturally responsive teaching practices. Seeking a permanent teaching position within Chicago Public Schools.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Chicago, IL
01.2025 - Current
- Implemented lesson plans across K–6 classrooms while maintaining continuity of instruction
- Managed classroom behavior using established school-wide systems and restorative practices
- Adapted quickly to diverse classroom environments and instructional expectations
Student Teacher
Mitchell Elementary School
Chicago, IL
- Designed and implemented literacy and math lessons aligned to Illinois Learning Standards
- Differentiated instruction to support diverse learners, including English Learners
- Integrated phonemic awareness strategies to strengthen early reading skills
- Utilized formative assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instruction
- Fostered positive classroom culture through relationship-building and restorative practices
- 1 Year
Childcare Provider
Chicago, IL
01.2023 - Current
- Designed age-appropriate educational activities to strengthen early literacy and phonemic awareness
- Supported children’s social-emotional development through structured routines and positive reinforcement
- Maintained consistent communication with guardians regarding developmental progress
Receptionist
Honda of Downtown Chicago
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Managed high-volume communication in a professional setting
- Maintained organized front office operations and administrative support
- Delivered professional customer service while multitasking in a fast-paced environment
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Urban Education (K–6)
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL05-2025
Skills
- Literacy Instruction & Phonemic Awareness
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Culturally Responsive Teaching
- Lesson Planning & Assessment
- Microsoft Office & Google Workspace
- Bilingual Communication (Spanish/English)
- Instructional strategies
- Teacher support
- Team collaboration
- Behavior management
Certification
- Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) – May 2025
- Bilingual Endorsement – In Progress
- Language Arts Endorsement (Grades 7–8) – In Progress
LANGUAGES
Fluent: Spanish
Fluent: English
Intermediate: Russian
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
01.2025 - Current
Receptionist
Honda of Downtown Chicago
06.2023 - 08.2023
Childcare Provider
01.2023 - Current
Student Teacher
Mitchell Elementary School
Bachelor of Arts - Urban Education (K–6)
University of Illinois At Chicago