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Crista Diaz

Princeton,TX

Summary

My name is Crista Diaz. I am currently a full-time student at the University of North Texas. I am bilingual, I am fluent in Spanish and English. I was a stay at home mom for 5 years and have plenty of experience in childcare and education. While I was caring for my child at home, I have been a student and have obtained an Asscociate's Degree from Collin College and transferred to UNT in the Fall of 2023. I have been accepted as a teacher candidate for their Teacher Education program and I will continue Block A in the upcoming Spring. Most of my work experience has been in retail and sales, but I also have experience doing managerial duties such as opening and closing, filling out and filing paperwork, and supervising employees. I have more than 10 years in experience with childcare. I have 48 hours of observation in different educational facilities. I completed 16 hours at Child's Path facility in Frisco which is the most reccomended austism care provider in Collin County. I have also completed another 16 hours at the Goddard School in Allen, Texas. In the spring of 2023, I completed 16 hours of observation for Princeton ISD at Harper Elementary school for Ms. Virginia Foote. I am currently employed for the Goddard School in Princeton, Texas as a Lead Teacher full-time. I am looking to further my career and gain new experiences. In summary, I would describe myself as an outgoing, friendly person. I am a hardworker and very dependable. I love to give my very best in anything that I do.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Teacher

The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
06.2024 - Current
  • Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
  • Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
  • Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
  • Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.

Sales Associate/Third Key Manager

Claire's Stores
06.2018 - 03.2019
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • As a third key manager (shift lead), I completed managerial duties.

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Elementary Education

University of North Texas
Denton, TX

Associate's Degree - Education

Collin College
McKinney, TX
05.2023

High School Diploma -

Tahquitz High School
Hemet, CA
05.2016

Skills

  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Time Management
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Goal-Oriented
  • Outgoing Personality
  • Classroom Management
  • Student Engagement
  • Safety Guidelines
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Filing paperwork
  • Cash Handling

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Lead Teacher

The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
06.2024 - Current

Sales Associate/Third Key Manager

Claire's Stores
06.2018 - 03.2019

Bachelor's Degree - Elementary Education

University of North Texas

Associate's Degree - Education

Collin College

High School Diploma -

Tahquitz High School
Crista Diaz