Thomas Passarelli (Tom)

Tom Passarelli is an experienced educator with a focus on early childhood education. Thomas (Tom) started their career as a Director/Teacher at Willow Ridge Academy in 2017, where they managed day-to-day operations and assisted families with paperwork. In 2018, they moved on to Bright Start Child Care Center, where they served as the Assistant Director/Teacher, overseeing preschool operations and staff management. In 2019, Tom joined Albany Childcare as a Teacher, co-teaching in a Headstart/Preschool for All classroom, documenting student milestones, and communicating progress with parents. Currently, Tom is employed at The Learning Experience as a Teacher, contributing to the education and development of young children.

Thomas (Tom) Passarelli has a Bachelor's degree in Liberal Arts from Governors State University. Thomas (Tom) also holds an Associate's degree in Liberal Arts from Moraine Valley Community College. In addition to their academic achievements, Tom has obtained various certifications, including the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT), Emergency Medical Technician Basic (EMT-B) Certification from the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT). Thomas (Tom) also earned the State of Illinois Department of Public Health Food Service Sanitation Certification, Illinois. Furthermore, Tom received the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) Substitute Teacher Certification and the American Heart Association Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for medical providers. Thomas (Tom) has obtained several credentials from IL Gateways, including the Level 1 Directors Credential, Level 4 ECE Credential, Level 2 Infant Toddler Credential, and Level 2 School Age Credential. Lastly, they are qualified as a Teacher and Director for preschools by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (IL DCFS) and has their fingerprints on file with both the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (IL DCFS) and the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).