MONICA MARIELA RODRIGUEZ
Chicago,IL
Summary
Elementary Education candidate (K–6) at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Completed a full year of student teaching along side CPS and have experience in long term substitute teaching for multiple grade levels. Experienced in unit planning, literacy instruction, phonemic awareness development, differentiated instruction, and culturally responsive teaching practices. Seeking a permanent teaching position within Chicago Public Schools and ready to shape the minds of our youth.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
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
Substitute Teacher
Chicago, IL
- 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
Childcare Provider
Chicago, IL
- 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
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
References
Victoria Trinder(UIC Clinical Accociate Professor/ Coordinator)
Email:vtrinder@uic.edu
Office Phone:312-413-7747
Cell Phone:773-398-1156
Kaylee Williams( CPS Teacher)
Email:Kwilliams521@cps.edu
Office Phone:773-534-7655
Timeline
Receptionist
Honda of Downtown Chicago
06.2023 - 08.2023
Childcare Provider
- Current
Substitute Teacher
- Current
Student Teacher
Mitchell Elementary School
Bachelor of Arts - Urban Education (K–6)
University of Illinois At Chicago