Open To Work
Crystal Major
Cadence Academy
West Des Moines,IA
Work Preference
Job Search Status:
Open to work
Desired start date:
2 weeks notice
Desired Job Title
Lead Preschool TeacherSpecial Education ParaprofessionalClassroom AssistantParaprofessional
Work Type
Full Time
Important To Me
Work-life balanceCompany Culture
1
Certification
17
years of professional experience
Passionate educator with a strong work ethic and collaborative spirit. Known for creating nurturing environments and supporting diverse learners through innovative, play-based learning strategies.
Work History
Lead Preschool Teacher
14 Years 10 Months- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curriculum fostering cognitive and social development.
- Led classroom activities promoting creativity and critical thinking skills among children.
- Mentored and trained junior teachers, enhancing teaching methodologies and classroom management techniques.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences, strengthening communication and partnership with families.
- Incorporated play-based learning opportunities into daily routines, allowing students to explore new concepts while developing critical thinking skills through hands-on experiences.
- Utilized books, songs and games to engage students.
- Submitted weekly lesson plans.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Supported the social-emotional development of students by implementing lessons on empathy, communication skills, and conflict resolution.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Monitored classroom to verify a safe and secure environment.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into the curriculum.
- Created a safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
Salad Bar Clerk
2 Years 2 Months- Managed daily operations of salad bar, ensuring freshness and quality of ingredients.
- Assisted customers in selecting items, providing exceptional service and product knowledge.
- Prepared salad bar buffet items and filled containers with assortment of vegetables, fruits, condiments and garnishes.
- Fulfilled written and verbal orders by serving various food.
- Complied with safety standards while handling food and buffet equipment.
- Cleaned up spilled food and condiments to keep buffet area well-maintained.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication with coworkers and supervisors alike.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of salad bar area, adhering to food safety standards.
- Cut and prepared fresh fruits and vegetables daily for optimal taste and quality in salads.
- Collaborated with team members to efficiently restock the salad bar during peak hours, ensuring a positive customer experience.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Skills
Social-emotional learning
Social skills development
Lesson planning
Emotional development
Collaborative and Team-oriented
Strong work ethic and dependable
Positive reinforcement
Classroom safety protocols
Special needs support
Hands-on learning activities
Certification
CPR/First Aid
Timeline
Lead Preschool Teacher
Cadence Academy
10.2011 - CurrentRead More
Salad Bar Clerk
HyVee Foods
07.2009 - 09.2011Read More
Upper Iowa University
Bachelor of Arts from Special Education
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