Criselda Vasquez
Uvalde,TX
Summary
Friendly and energetic Preschool with 5 years in early childhood education. Motivated to help children develop social, academic and creative abilities to foster well-being and progress. Well-versed in developmental milestones and activities to promote curiosity and engagement.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Prek Teacher
St. Philip's Episcopal School
02.2019 - 05.2024
- Fostered a love of learning among students by maintaining an energetic teaching style and incorporating creative, interactive elements into lessons.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, enhancing family involvement in the educational process.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Improved student literacy skills by incorporating daily read-alouds, guided reading groups, and independent reading time.
- Developed and implemented behavior management systems to maintain a structured and productive learning environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized support and success for all students.
- Enhanced classroom environment by creating visually appealing bulletin boards and displays, promoting a positive learning atmosphere.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
Preschool Teacher
Mother's Day Out Preschool
04.2007 - 05.2018
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Conducted early literacy and math activities, laying foundation for future academic success.
- Facilitated connection with nature through regular educational outdoor excursions, enhancing environmental awareness.
- Promoted physical health through organized outdoor play and activities, supporting overall well-being.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Child Development
Sul Ross State University
Alpine, TX12.2017
Skills
- Early Childhood Education
- Patience and Empathy
- Music and Movement
- Curriculum Planning
- Health and safety
- Group and individual instruction
- Assessment Strategies
- Child Supervision
- Gross Motor Skills
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Lesson Planning
- Child Development
- Bilingual in Spanish
Additional Information
I worked at private sitter since 2007 for families who had young children, ages ranging from three months to five years old. I have been caring for a family's two child children for eight years.
Timeline
Prek Teacher
St. Philip's Episcopal School
02.2019 - 05.2024
Preschool Teacher
Mother's Day Out Preschool
04.2007 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Child Development
Sul Ross State University
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