Rebecca Olivo
Chicago
Summary
Compassionate educator with a focus on creative expression and language acquisition. Proven ability to coordinate developmentally appropriate activities that promote emotional and cognitive growth while ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for toddlers.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Toddler Teacher
Goddard School
09.2024 - 08.2026
- Coordinated activities that encouraged social, emotional, and cognitive growth in toddlers.
- Observed and assessed children's progress, adjusting teaching methods accordingly.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Fostered positive relationships with parents to build and maintain support networks and enhance communication.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Integrated sensory-based activities to encourage fine motor skill development and hands-on learning experiences.
Assistant Teacher
Sandbox at Palos Heights
06.2023 - 04.2024
- Monitored children's progress and provided regular feedback to parents regarding developmental milestones.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, incident reports, meal counts, and other essential documentation as required by state regulations or center policies consistently.
- Kept notes of behavior issues, food served, and medications administered to children.
- Promoted healthy habits among students by incorporating physical activities, nutritious snacks, and proper hygiene routines into daily schedules.
- Fostered creative expression among children through art projects, dramatic play opportunities, and music exploration activities.
- Kept children between ages of 0 and 12 safe and secure with vigilant oversight.
Private Nanny
Morote-Ariza Family
09.2022 - 10.2022
- Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
- Taught children everyday skills and languages (Spanish and English).
- Monitored screen time usage to promote healthy balance between technology use and offline activities in daily life.
- Fostered a nurturing and supportive environment by consistently addressing the physical, emotional, and social needs of each child.
Private Nanny
Judy Family
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Designed engaging educational activities tailored to individual learning styles.
- Developed healthy meal plans accommodating dietary restrictions and preferences of children.
- Organized recreational outings, fostering physical activity and socialization in safe environments.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Fostered strong parent-nanny relationships through open communication, trust, and professionalism.
- Facilitated communication with child using American Sign Language.
Education
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, IL05-2026
High School Diploma -
Argo Community High School
Summit, IL05-2017
Skills
- Child development expertise
- Patience and empathy
- Creative expression
- Language acquisition
- Strong work ethic
- Health and safety
Certification
CPR and First Aid - American Red Cross
Gateways Level 4 Credential
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Lead Toddler Teacher
Goddard School
09.2024 - 08.2026
Assistant Teacher
Sandbox at Palos Heights
06.2023 - 04.2024
Private Nanny
Morote-Ariza Family
09.2022 - 10.2022
Private Nanny
Judy Family
03.2022 - 10.2022
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Moraine Valley Community College
High School Diploma -
Argo Community High School