Rebecca Cole
Crystal Lake,IL
Summary
Creative and detail- oriented professional seeking a Product Development Internship focused on educational products and toys. Experienced in designing, testing and refining engaging learning experiences, with a strong understanding of child development and user-centered design.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Algonquin Road School
Fox River Grove, Illinois
08.2024 - Current
- Design and test hand-on learning experiences, using student engagement as real time product feedback
- Analyze performance data to refine and improve outcomes, mirroring product iteration cycles
- Collaborate with specialists and team members to adapt solutions for diverse user needs
- Maintain organized systems for tracking progress, aligning with project coordination and support
Blended Preschool Teacher
Fremont School District 79
Mundelein, IL
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Developed and refined interactive learning activities based on developmental research and user response
- Partnered with families and specialists to gather feedback and improve usability and effectiveness
- Monitored and documented progress to inform continuous improvements
STEAM Summer School Teacher
Lake Zurich School District 95
Lake Zurich, IL
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Created hands- on STEAM projects encouraging creativity, problem- solving, and collaboration
- Tested and adjusted activities based on student interaction and engagement
- Supported collaborative, team- based learning environments similar to cross- functional workflows
Developmental Thearpist
Synaptx
Crystal Lake, IL
03.2021 - 11.2022
- Collected and analyzed behavioral data to refine interventions and improve outcomes
- Applied user-centered approaches to support individualized developmental needs
- Collaborated with families and service providers to ensure consistency and effectiveness
RBT Therapist
Total Spectrum LLC
Elmhurst, IL
07.2020 - 08.2021
- Implemented and adjusted behavior strategies based on measurable results
- Tracked user responses and optimized approaches accordingly
Pre-K Teacher
St. Anne Parish School
Barrington, IL
08.2009 - 06.2020
- Designed and implemented engaging, hands-on curriculum functioning as early-stage product development
- Organized events and activities to increase engagement and gather feedback from users
- Built strong collaborative relationships with stakeholders
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL12.2004
Skills
- Proficient in Google Applications
- Data collections & Product Testing
- Cross- Functional Collaboration
- Organization and Product support
- Educational Content Development
- Prototyping &Iteration
- Product Research & User Insights
Certification
ESL Endorsement
• Developmental Therapist Credential
• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
• Developmental Therapist Credential
• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Algonquin Road School
08.2024 - Current
Blended Preschool Teacher
Fremont School District 79
08.2023 - 05.2024
STEAM Summer School Teacher
Lake Zurich School District 95
06.2023 - 07.2023
Developmental Thearpist
Synaptx
03.2021 - 11.2022
RBT Therapist
Total Spectrum LLC
07.2020 - 08.2021
Pre-K Teacher
St. Anne Parish School
08.2009 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Eastern Illinois University