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Norberta Mondek

Summary

Enthusiastic, dedicated, and compassionate Child and Youth Program Assistant motivated to enhance learning experiences and create stimulating, fun environment. Comfortable working with students of different skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success. Serves as role model by using growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire love of learning. Recognized for maintaining safe, loving environment to encourage children to explore and develop their physical, social, mental, and emotional skills. Focused on building connections with students to strengthen engagement and help students reach full potential. Skilled at providing feedback on individual progress of students and discussing specific needs.

Work History

Preschool Montessori Lead Teacher

Self-employed
  • Provided instructional guidance and mentorship to teachers in the development of lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessments.
  • Collaborated with other school staff to ensure that all students have access to a safe and supportive learning environment.
  • Planned and organized variety of activities and field trips to aid mental and physical growth in children.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.

Child and Youth Program Assistant

Child Development Center, CDC
Scott AFB, IL
2010 - 2011
  • Complied with all rules, regulations and procedures by providing committed and dedicated care, supervision and assistance to program children and youth.
  • Developed creative arts projects for children based on their interests.
  • Monitored participant behavior, providing positive reinforcement when appropriate.
  • Created a safe environment where children can express themselves freely.
  • Promoted physical activity by encouraging outdoor playtime activities like sports and games.
  • Read stories, sang songs and taught basic skills such as color recognition and counting numbers.
  • Accompanied children on field trips and assisted them with personal hygiene routines.
  • Assisted in meal preparation including preparing snacks and drinks.
  • Supervised naptime routines and ensured proper sleep habits were maintained.

Family Home Daycare Provider

FCC Home Daycre Services
Scott Air Force Base, IL
2009 - 2010
  • Managed daily activities and routines for up to 6 children in a home daycare setting.
  • Planned and implemented age-appropriate activities such as arts, crafts, music, games, outdoor play and educational lessons.
  • Designed a Montessori-method learning program, focusing on preschool-age children.
  • Maintained a safe environment for all children by adhering to safety regulations and procedures.
  • Observed children's behavior and development, reported any concerns to parents or guardians.
  • Kept detailed records of attendance, meals served, naps taken and other pertinent information related to each child's care.
  • Provided nutritious snacks and meals according to established guidelines.
  • Instructed children on proper hygiene habits such as hand washing and toileting practices.
  • Established positive relationships with families through regular communication regarding their child's progress.

English Tutor

Self-employed
Mindoro, Philippines
2017 - 2018
  • Assisted students in developing reading comprehension strategies, grammar rules, and writing techniques.
  • Organized activities that allowed for interactive learning experiences for all levels of learners.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage and motivate students.
  • Prepared handouts, study materials and other teaching aids.
  • Addressed specific student needs through parent and teacher coordination.

Education

Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction (16 Credit Units)

American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN
01-2011

Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education (4 Credit Units)

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
01-2009

Recurring Training, 15 Modules Completed

Early Childhood Education
St. Luis Area Chapter, IL
01-2009

Certificate/Licensure

Family Childcare Provider
Scott AFB, Illinois
01-2009

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies (90 Accredited Credit Units)

University of Maryland University College
Europe Division, United Kingdom
01-2007

Master of Arts - Teaching ESL (12 credit units)

University of The Philippines
Philippines
01-1994

Elementary and Secondary Schools

Substitute Teacher 11 Teacher Certificate
Honolulu, HI
01-1992

Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education, Major in English

Holy Angel University
Philippines
01-1989

Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts And Food Management

Southwestern Illinois College
Belleville, IL

Skills

  • Student Records Management
  • Behavior Modeling
  • Classroom Management
  • Activity Planning

Affiliations

  • Yoga; Zumba; cooking; listening to music; dancing; eating out; theater/movies
  • On a Dean's List in all semesters attended at SWIC, GPA: 4.00

Timeline

Preschool Montessori Lead Teacher

Self-employed

Child and Youth Program Assistant

Child Development Center, CDC
2010 - 2011

Family Home Daycare Provider

FCC Home Daycre Services
2009 - 2010

English Tutor

Self-employed
2017 - 2018

Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction (16 Credit Units)

American College of Education

Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education (4 Credit Units)

University of Phoenix

Recurring Training, 15 Modules Completed

Early Childhood Education

Certificate/Licensure

Family Childcare Provider

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies (90 Accredited Credit Units)

University of Maryland University College

Master of Arts - Teaching ESL (12 credit units)

University of The Philippines

Elementary and Secondary Schools

Substitute Teacher 11 Teacher Certificate

Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education, Major in English

Holy Angel University

Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts And Food Management

Southwestern Illinois College

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