Crystal Farrell
Austin,TX
Summary
As an early childhood educator, I believe it is my responsibility to provide children with an engaging, age-appropriate environment that will aid them in their growth and development through everyday experiences. I also strongly believe families are the most important element in a child's early education. The positive relationship made between educators and families is the foundation for a child's developmental success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
LEAD TEACHER
Child's Day Child Development Center
Austin, TX
07.2023 - Current
- Developing and implementing strategies to improve student learning outcomes.
- Collaborating with other school staff to ensure that all students have access to a safe and supportive learning environment.
- Utilizing data-driven decision making processes to assess student progress, inform instruction, and monitor teaching effectiveness.
- Monitoring classroom instruction on a regular basis through observation, feedback, and collaboration with teachers.
- Facilitating meetings with parents and guardians in order to discuss student progress or behavior issues.
- Maintaining an open line of communication with administrators regarding curriculum implementation and program initiatives.
- Conducting individualized academic interventions for struggling students as needed.
- Ensuring compliance with state standards by incorporating them into lesson plans.
- Organizing activities to promote physical, mental and social development of each child.
IN-HOME NANNY
Travis and Jeannie Huskisson
Spokane, WA
09.2021 - 07.2023
- Developed and implemented daily activities for children such as reading, playtime, and arts and crafts.
- Provided a safe environment in the home by adhering to safety standards while caring for the children.
- Transported children to school, appointments, extracurricular activities, and outings.
- Assisted with homework completion and monitored progress towards academic goals.
- Engaged in outdoor recreational activities with the children such as trips to the park or beach.
- Communicated regularly with parents about their child's day-to-day experiences and developmental milestones achieved.
- Planned recreational activities to enhance physical development and explore stimulating exercises.
HOME LEARNING SUPPORT & NANNY
Tessa & Bryce Gibbs / Brooke & Spivey Paup
Austin, TX
03.2020 - 08.2021
- Guided and facilitated the home-learning process for 2 children their kindergarten and first grade school year
- Conducted fun, engaging, and age-appropriate learning activities during summer months
- Accommodated last-minute schedule changes and followed parental guidelines and cultural morals when caring for children.
PRESCHOOL TEACHER
St. Martin's Lutheran Preschool
Austin, TX
09.2014 - 03.2020
- Developed and implemented daily lesson plans to meet needs of children
- Observed and redirected behavior using positive reinforcement techniques
- Maintained records of student progress
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences on children's school adjustment, academic progress, and classroom behavior
- Maintained professional knowledge by attending educational conferences, trainings, workshops, and courses
- Evaluated student achievement and growth using assessments
- Supervised children in all activities
- Worked with families to successfully toilet-train each child individually (2-3 year olds)
- Adapted teaching methods to connect with individual students, answer questions and provide personalized support
- Supported students emotionally, socially and academically with one-on-one care
- Maintained positive and encouraging learning environment with use of positive reinforcement strategies
- Organized classroom spaces with multiple stations to engage the students in different ways while boosting learning.
ASSISTANT TEACHER
Hawthorne Montessori School
Austin, TX
04.2012 - 09.2014
- Maintained a Montessori environment by following Montessori-based principles and practices on a daily basis
- Opened the school in the mornings and set up classroom environments, including children's work materials
- Supervised classroom to maintain behavioral control and encourage learning
- Worked with leadership team to manage parent-teacher conferences, student evaluations, and special events
- Supported classroom lead teacher with changing out materials as needed or leading group time as needed
- Guided children during transitions
- Provided encouragement and support to promote children's independence with everyday tasks
- Observed all cleaning and sanitation standards and verified proper sanitizing of classroom surfaces and equipment.
LEAD TEACHER
Child Craft Schools
Austin, TX
09.2009 - 04.2012
- Supervised children in all activities
- Maintained positive and encouraging learning environment with use of positive reinforcement strategies
- Organized classroom spaces with multiple stations to engage the students in different ways
- Supported students emotionally, socially and academically with one-on-one care
- Maintained professional knowledge by attending educational conferences, trainings, workshops, and courses.
Education
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - CHILD DEVELOPMENT
Austin Community College
Skills
- Communication
- Connecting with Families
- Classroom Management
- First Aid and CPR
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Key Decision Making
- Lesson Development
- Problem Solving
- Organization
- Schedule Management
Timeline
LEAD TEACHER
Child's Day Child Development Center
07.2023 - Current
IN-HOME NANNY
Travis and Jeannie Huskisson
09.2021 - 07.2023
HOME LEARNING SUPPORT & NANNY
Tessa & Bryce Gibbs / Brooke & Spivey Paup
03.2020 - 08.2021
PRESCHOOL TEACHER
St. Martin's Lutheran Preschool
09.2014 - 03.2020
ASSISTANT TEACHER
Hawthorne Montessori School
04.2012 - 09.2014
LEAD TEACHER
Child Craft Schools
09.2009 - 04.2012
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - CHILD DEVELOPMENT
Austin Community College
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