Crystal Henderson
Lancaster,SC
Summary
Children's Instructor with over 15 years of diverse experience in teaching and training. Coordinated with parents to help their child learn and grow. Built robust curriculum and lesson plans. Provided children with safe and caring environment, putting children and parents at ease. Respectful and charming in relating to people of all religious, economic and cultural backgrounds. Enthusiastic about building strong community relationships and providing high-quality education services.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Children's Ministry Coordinator
Siler Presbyterian Church
11.2013 - Current
- Instructed children K-5th grade weekly.
- Designed and presented short object lessons weekly to entire congregation from babies to senior citizens.
- Worked with local school and taught after-school club.
- Developed and implemented new lesson plans for children.
- Created large (100-400 people) community events for children and families.
- Recruited and trained volunteers and staff in care of children.
- Created and maintained safe and nurturing environment for children.
- Evaluated and introduced age-appropriate materials for children and contoured it to lesson plans.
Tutor
Self Employed
09.2012 - Current
- Worked with children from kindergarten through eleventh grade on subjects ranging from phonics to Math III.
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing personalized teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Promoted critical thinking skills through engaging activities and consistent reinforcement of complex concepts.
- Established positive relationships with students and parents, fostering open communication.
- Implemented creative instructional techniques to address unique challenges faced by students with learning differences.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
- Enhanced students' understanding of subject matter by incorporating real-world examples into lessons.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, helping students improve their writing and problem-solving skills.
- Served as ongoing resource for both students and parents, providing guidance related to academic planning, study habits, test-preparation strategies, and more.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Union County Public School
11.2012 - 02.2014
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering positive learning environment and encouraging personal growth.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
Teacher Trainer
Child Evangelism Fellowship Inc
06.2007 - 06.2012
- Enhanced professional development by conducting teacher training workshops and seminars.
- Mentored new volunteer teachers through coaching sessions and constructive feedback.
- Collaborated with 30 elementary schools to provide after-school program.
- Trained teenagers to effectively teach children in varied settings.
- Provided large amount of administrative assistance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Bryan College
Dayton, TNMaster of Arts - Theological Studies
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VASkills
- Curriculum Planning
- Teaching Techniques
- Volunteer Management
- Biblical Knowledge
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Recruitment Strategies
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- Multitasking Abilities
- Decision-Making
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Certification
- Licensed K-8 TN Teacher 2007-2016
- Licensed Elementary and Early Ed. SC Teacher 2012-2015
- Licensed K-6 NC Teacher 2012-2015
- 2013 Praxis ESL 183
- 2005 Praxis content knowledge 185
- 2005 Praxis PLT 196
- 2005 Praxis curriculum instruction 189
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
ASL
Elementary
Timeline
Children's Ministry Coordinator
Siler Presbyterian Church
11.2013 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Union County Public School
11.2012 - 02.2014
Tutor
Self Employed
09.2012 - Current
Teacher Trainer
Child Evangelism Fellowship Inc
06.2007 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Bryan College
Master of Arts - Theological Studies
Liberty University
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