W.A. Johnson School Principal
@wajprincipal

PH: 630-766-2605 ext. 3776
FX: 630-595-3609
Email: cpatino@bsd2.org

 Passion

I am excited to begin the 2020-2021 year at W.A. Johnson, and look forward to working with our students, staff, parents, and community members. I decided to become an educator because I love helping students learn. I have ten years of classroom experience where I taught many different grade levels in elementary, middle, and high school before becoming a school administrator. As an administrator, I was drawn to Bensenville because of the rich culture, diversity, and commitment to excellence. Serving as the co-principal at WA Johnson is a great honor, as it is a responsibility. I believe that our commitment to work together is key to fulfilling our mission of children achieving their highest potential.  I am honored to serve this community, and will work hard to gain your trust and respect as WA Johnson’s co-principal. I look forward to working with everyone in our school. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me.

Education

• Educational Leadership, MA
  American College of Education
  
  
• Elementary Education, MA
  Northeastern Illinois University

Experience 

• W.A. Johnson School
  Principal (2017-present)
  
  
• New Field Elementary School, Chicago
  Principal (2014-2017)
  
  
• New Field Elementary School, Chicago
  Assistant Principal (2012-2014)
  
  
• Chicago Public Schools New Leaders Program
  Resident Principal (2012)
  
  
• Chicago Public Scoools
  Classroom Teacher (2006-2012)
  
  
• The Preuss School, San Diego
  Classroom Teacher (2003-2006)