Andrea L. Wright, a Teacher Assistant in Chicago, IL 60619

Contact Phone

773-710-6391

Objective

Seeking a Child Care position that will maximize my education and experience.

Experience

ANDREA L. WRIGHT
9110 S Dobson
Chicago, IL 60619
773-710-6391(c) alt 773-729-9106(hm)
alw1974@live.com

To Whom It May Concern:

In the interest of investigating an Early Childhood Educator opportunity, I have enclosed my resume for your review. It will furnish you with specific information as to my employment background, current level of education, and capabilities.
I am a self-starting individual who has successfully worked in various settings. I recently received a BA in Recreational Art Therapy at Chicago State University. I have also completed 13 credit hours in Child Development courses, and I have worked extensively with children in various creative capacities.
I will offer your organization a good work ethic, a desire and ability to learn new teaching concepts, and excellent interpersonal skills. I look forward to discussing mutual interests with you at a personal meeting.

Sincerely,
Andrea L. Wright

Andrea L. Wright
9110 S Dobson Ave. Chicago, IL 60619 773-710-6391 alw1974@live.com
Seeking an Early Childhood Educator position that will maximize my education and experience in an institutional or
community based child care program.
Education
Bachelor of Arts,
Recreational Art
Therapy
Chicago State University,
Chicago, IL December, 2015
Certificate of Completion,
13 hours of Child
Development Olive-Harvey Junior College,
Courses Chicago, IL August, 2005
Professional
Achievements Visual Arts
• Taught a 6 week origami craft class for senior adults through St. Ailbe’s
Adult Day Services Volunteer Program during the summer of 2011 in
Chicago, IL.
• Taught pottery craft activities based on Jeremiah chapter 18:3-6 to youth
(ages 5-16) participating in Holly Grove’s Vacation Bible School during
the summer of 2010 in Ripley, TN.
• Implemented “scribble art” activities into the curriculum to assist in fine
motor development and self-discovery for toddlers while employed at
Busy Bumble Bee Day Care in Chicago, IL: 2009
• Taught arts & crafts to Pre-Kindergarten students during the 2008 school
term at New Beginnings Child Development Center in Ripley, TN.
Yoga
• Successfully facilitate weekly chair yoga classes tailored to the needs of
senior adult students at various senior assisted living facilities in Chicago,
IL.
• Completed Level 1 Mindful Yoga Therapy Teacher Training for Veterans:
2015
• Completed Lakshmi Voelker Chair Yoga Teacher Training: 2013
• Completed Taste of YogaKids Workshop: 2011
Recreation/Inclusion
• Participated in a Recreation-Aide student shadow-ship opportunity at Jesse Brown VA Medical Center’s Day Treatment Clinic in Chicago, IL : 2007
• Provided class note-taking services and computer lab assistance for visually impaired college students registered in Chicago State University’s Abilities Office in Chicago, IL: 2006
• Received an Award of Recognition from Chicago State University’s Abilities Office Coordinator for outstanding contributions: 2006
Military
• Medical Logistics Technician, United States Air Force Reserve, Scott AFB, IL: 1998-2000
• Medical Logistics Journeyman, United States Air Force, APO, AE Portugal: 1994-1998
• Received the Air Force Good Conduct Medal and the Air Force Achievement Medal.
Work History
Class Room
Teacher Assistant
Child Care Careers Temporary Agency, Chicago, IL
2015-Present
Chair Yoga Instructor
Self-employed, Chicago, IL
2014-Present
Extended Day Teacher
Old St. Mary’s Catholic School, Chicago, IL
2010-2011
After School Art Instructor
New Beginnings Child Development Center, Ripley, TN
2009-2010
Infant-Toddler Teacher Assistant
Busy Bumble Bee Day Care, Chicago, IL
2009
Memberships: College Book Art Association since 2015ANDREA L. WRIGHT
9110 S Dobson
Chicago, IL 60619
773-710-6391(c) alt 773-729-9106(hm)
alw1974@live.com
To Whom It May Concern:
In the interest of investigating an Early Childhood Educator opportunity, I have enclosed my resume for your review. It will furnish you with specific information as to my employment background, current level of education, and capabilities.
I am a self-starting individual who has successfully worked in various settings. I recently received a BA in Recreational Art Therapy at Chicago State University. I have also completed 13 credit hours in Child Development courses, and I have worked extensively with children in various creative capacities.
I will offer your organization a good work ethic, a desire and ability to learn new teaching concepts, and excellent interpersonal skills. I look forward to discussing mutual interests with you at a personal meeting.
Sincerely,
Andrea L. Wright
Andrea L. Wright
9110 S Dobson Ave. Chicago, IL 60619 773-710-6391 alw1974@live.com
Seeking an Early Childhood Educator position that will maximize my education and experience in an institutional or
community based child care program.
Education
Bachelor of Arts,
Recreational Art
Therapy
Chicago State University,
Chicago, IL December, 2015
Certificate of Completion,
13 hours of Child
Development Olive-Harvey Junior College,
Courses Chicago, IL August, 2005
Professional
Achievements Visual Arts
• Taught a 6 week origami craft class for senior adults through St. Ailbe’s
Adult Day Services Volunteer Program during the summer of 2011 in
Chicago, IL.
• Taught pottery craft activities based on Jeremiah chapter 18:3-6 to youth
(ages 5-16) participating in Holly Grove’s Vacation Bible School during
the summer of 2010 in Ripley, TN.
• Implemented “scribble art” activities into the curriculum to assist in fine
motor development and self-discovery for toddlers while employed at
Busy Bumble Bee Day Care in Chicago, IL: 2009
• Taught arts & crafts to Pre-Kindergarten students during the 2008 school
term at New Beginnings Child Development Center in Ripley, TN.
Yoga
• Successfully facilitate weekly chair yoga classes tailored to the needs of
senior adult students at various senior assisted living facilities in Chicago,
IL.
• Completed Level 1 Mindful Yoga Therapy Teacher Training for Veterans:
2015
• Completed Lakshmi Voelker Chair Yoga Teacher Training: 2013
• Completed Taste of YogaKids Workshop: 2011
Recreation/Inclusion
• Participated in a Recreation-Aide student shadow-ship opportunity at Jesse Brown VA Medical Center’s Day Treatment Clinic in Chicago, IL : 2007
• Provided class note-taking services and computer lab assistance for visually impaired college students registered in Chicago State University’s Abilities Office in Chicago, IL: 2006
• Received an Award of Recognition from Chicago State University’s Abilities Office Coordinator for outstanding contributions: 2006
Military
• Medical Logistics Technician, United States Air Force Reserve, Scott AFB, IL: 1998-2000
• Medical Logistics Journeyman, United States Air Force, APO, AE Portugal: 1994-1998
• Received the Air Force Good Conduct Medal and the Air Force Achievement Medal.
Work History
Class Room
Teacher Assistant
Child Care Careers Temporary Agency, Chicago, IL
2015-Present
Chair Yoga Instructor
Self-employed, Chicago, IL
2014-Present
Extended Day Teacher
Old St. Mary’s Catholic School, Chicago, IL
2010-2011
After School Art Instructor
New Beginnings Child Development Center, Ripley, TN
2009-2010
Infant-Toddler Teacher Assistant
Busy Bumble Bee Day Care, Chicago, IL
2009
Memberships: College Book Art Association since 2015ANDREA L. WRIGHT
9110 S Dobson
Chicago, IL 60619
773-710-6391(c) alt 773-729-9106(hm)
alw1974@live.com
To Whom It May Concern:
In the interest of investigating an Early Childhood Educator opportunity, I have enclosed my resume for your review. It will furnish you with specific information as to my employment background, current level of education, and capabilities.
I am a self-starting individual who has successfully worked in various settings. I recently received a BA in Recreational Art Therapy at Chicago State University. I have also completed 13 credit hours in Child Development courses, and I have worked extensively with children in various creative capacities.
I will offer your organization a good work ethic, a desire and ability to learn new teaching concepts, and excellent interpersonal skills. I look forward to discussing mutual interests with you at a personal meeting.
Sincerely,
Andrea L. Wright
Andrea L. Wright
9110 S Dobson Ave. Chicago, IL 60619 773-710-6391 alw1974@live.com
Seeking an Early Childhood Educator position that will maximize my education and experience in an institutional or
community based child care program.
Education
Bachelor of Arts,
Recreational Art
Therapy
Chicago State University,
Chicago, IL December, 2015
Certificate of Completion,
13 hours of Child
Development Olive-Harvey Junior College,
Courses Chicago, IL August, 2005
Professional
Achievements Visual Arts
• Taught a 6 week origami craft class for senior adults through St. Ailbe’s
Adult Day Services Volunteer Program during the summer of 2011 in
Chicago, IL.
• Taught pottery craft activities based on Jeremiah chapter 18:3-6 to youth
(ages 5-16) participating in Holly Grove’s Vacation Bible School during
the summer of 2010 in Ripley, TN.
• Implemented “scribble art” activities into the curriculum to assist in fine
motor development and self-discovery for toddlers while employed at
Busy Bumble Bee Day Care in Chicago, IL: 2009
• Taught arts & crafts to Pre-Kindergarten students during the 2008 school
term at New Beginnings Child Development Center in Ripley, TN.
Yoga
• Successfully facilitate weekly chair yoga classes tailored to the needs of
senior adult students at various senior assisted living facilities in Chicago,
IL.
• Completed Level 1 Mindful Yoga Therapy Teacher Training for Veterans:
2015
• Completed Lakshmi Voelker Chair Yoga Teacher Training: 2013
• Completed Taste of YogaKids Workshop: 2011
Recreation/Inclusion
• Participated in a Recreation-Aide student shadow-ship opportunity at Jesse Brown VA Medical Center’s Day Treatment Clinic in Chicago, IL : 2007
• Provided class note-taking services and computer lab assistance for visually impaired college students registered in Chicago State University’s Abilities Office in Chicago, IL: 2006
• Received an Award of Recognition from Chicago State University’s Abilities Office Coordinator for outstanding contributions: 2006
Military
• Medical Logistics Technician, United States Air Force Reserve, Scott AFB, IL: 1998-2000
• Medical Logistics Journeyman, United States Air Force, APO, AE Portugal: 1994-1998
• Received the Air Force Good Conduct Medal and the Air Force Achievement Medal.
Work History
Class Room
Teacher Assistant
Child Care Careers Temporary Agency, Chicago, IL
2015-Present
Chair Yoga Instructor
Self-employed, Chicago, IL
2014-Present
Extended Day Teacher
Old St. Mary’s Catholic School, Chicago, IL
2010-2011
After School Art Instructor
New Beginnings Child Development Center, Ripley, TN
2009-2010
Infant-Toddler Teacher Assistant
Busy Bumble Bee Day Care, Chicago, IL
2009
Memberships: College Book Art Association since 2015

Rate Range

15.00/hour

Skills and Certification

-2005 I completed 13 credit hours in Child Development courses at Olive Harvey Junior College.

-2011 I completed Taste of YogaKids Yoga Workshop.

-2015 I received a BA in Recreational Art Therapy from Chicago State University.

School

Chicago State University

Major

Recreational Art Therapy

Additional Information

I have seven years of child care experience.