Cristal Jimenez
Hackettstown,NJ
Summary
Passionate and dedicated educator with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for effectively leading classrooms and executing comprehensive lesson plans. Adept at providing instruction and guidance to students of all ages, fostering a positive and engaging learning environment. Proficient in managing student behavior to ensure a conducive atmosphere for optimal academic growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
3rd Grade Bilingual Teacher
Newark Board of Education
03.2023 - Current
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
Daycare provider/ preschool teacher
Family Childcare, Buddlake, NJ
09.2020 - 03.2022
- Worked with parents to provide a positive experience for the children
- Worked with NJkidsGrow to provide quality child care for children
- Registered family child care with the state
- Provided age appropriate lessons and activities for children.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Prepared students for kindergarten by teaching fundamentals of math.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
Elementary Bilingual Teacher
Morristown Board of Education
09.2019 - 07.2020
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Substitute Teacher
Elizabeth Board of Education
09.2013 - 06.2019
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
- Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
- Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
Education
B.A Psychology; A.A English -
Kean University
Bachelor of Science - Alternate Route
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ09-2025
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Management
- Organization
- Collaboration
Powerschool
Google Classroom
Certification
* Provisional Certification
*Certification of Eligibility
*OPI Certification (Spanish)
*OPIc Certification (Spanish)
Timeline
3rd Grade Bilingual Teacher
Newark Board of Education
03.2023 - Current
Daycare provider/ preschool teacher
Family Childcare, Buddlake, NJ
09.2020 - 03.2022
Elementary Bilingual Teacher
Morristown Board of Education
09.2019 - 07.2020
Substitute Teacher
Elizabeth Board of Education
09.2013 - 06.2019
* Provisional Certification
*Certification of Eligibility
*OPI Certification (Spanish)
*OPIc Certification (Spanish)
B.A Psychology; A.A English -
Kean University
Bachelor of Science - Alternate Route
Montclair State University
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