Elizabeth Claerhout

Elizabeth Claerhout is excited to be joining Saints Peter and Paul Catholic chool. She grew up in Elk Grove Village, IL and attended Queen of the Rosary School.
A strong Catholic faith was at the center of her childhood. After high school, she received her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Illinois and then moved out to Philadelphia to attend Hahnemann University where she received her Masters degree in Physical Therapy.
Returning to the Chicago area, she worked at Lutheran General Hospital for several years and then took a year off to volunteer with the Sinsinawa Dominicans in Montgomery, AL. While there, she worked in a residential home for children with profound special needs.
After a few years as a traveling physical therapist, she again returned to the area and worked at Easter Seals DuPage for over 20 years. She is extremely grateful to have worked with so many amazing children and families during her time there.
From 2018-2021, she helped with the expansion of the Preschool program at St. James the Apostle working as the Teacher Assistant. Most recently, she worked at Krejci Academy (Little Friends) as a Teacher Assistant in a K-2 classroom.
Elizabeth is blessed with 2 amazing sons. Both attended St. James the Apostle and St. Francis High School. Her oldest is now at Marquette and her youngest is a senior at St. Francis. In her free time she enjoys hiking, reading, and spending time with her family and friends.
  “The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.” Deuteronomy 31:8