Polyana Wheeler
Preschool Assistant Teacher
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About
Childcare and education professional with experience supporting children from infancy through adolescence, including individuals with special needs. Skilled in creating safe and inclusive learning environments, assisting with educational activities, and supporting children's emotional and developmental needs. Experienced working with diverse families and multicultural settings.
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Training certified.
Experience
ESL Teacher (Online)
(2021-01)
- Deliver English language instruction to students ages 7 through adult
- Develop customized teaching materials aligned with student needs
- Support homework completion and language skill development
- Encourage student confidence and engagement to facilitate effective learning
Au Pair - United States
(2018-01 - 2021-12)
- Provided full-time care for children from infancy to 13 years old, including special needs
- Ensured child safety, emotional support, and daily routine management
- Administered medication and provided feeding via gastrostomy tube following family guidelines
- Supported developmental, educational, and social growth
Classroom Assistant - APAE – Associação de Pais e Amigos dos Excepcionais - Brazil
- Assisted teachers in classrooms for students with intellectual and multiple disabilities
- Prepared instructional materials and supported individualized learning
- Supervised students and promoted inclusive classroom engagement
Education
Logistics - IFSP – Instituto Federal de Educação, Ciência e Tecnologia de São Paulo (2016-01 - 2017-12) Brazil
Hospitality - Unisepe – União das Instituições de Serviços, Ensino e Pesquisa (2010-01 - 2011-12) Brazil
