Crystal Sanchez
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate educator with extensive experience at The Children's Center, adept in classroom management and lesson planning. Excelled in creating safe, engaging environments, fostering children's social and emotional growth. Proven track record in enhancing learning through innovative teaching strategies and effective parent-teacher communication.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead
The Children's Center
Tucson, AZ
05.2022 - Current
- Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted children with daily routines, including toileting, feeding, and nap times.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to maintain a disciplined and nurturing classroom environment.
- Prepared educational materials and resources that support curriculum objectives.
- Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
- Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation and growth.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
Teacher's Assistant
Erik Hite
Tucson, AZ
07.2021 - 05.2022
- Created and maintained a clean, organized, and stimulating environment conducive to learning.
- Prepared educational materials and resources that support curriculum objectives.
- Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Maintained accurate records of children's attendance, progress, and health concerns.
- Assisted with potty training when needed.
- Read books aloud to groups of children or individually as requested by Lead Teacher.
- Supervised children in classroom and playground settings, ensuring their safety and well-being.
Caregiver
Consumer Direct Care Network Alaska
Tucson, AZ
10.2019 - 05.2022
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
- Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
Lead Teacher, Toddler Room
The Children's Center
Tucson, AZ
05.2010 - 03.2019
- Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.
- Prepared educational materials and resources that support curriculum objectives.
- Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Provided emotional support for young children who are adjusting to being away from home.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pueblo Magnet Highschool
Tucson, Az05-2009
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Studies
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZSkills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Behavior modeling
- Safe learning environment
- Age-appropriate discipline
- Activity planning
- Parent-teacher communication
Timeline
Lead
The Children's Center
05.2022 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
Erik Hite
07.2021 - 05.2022
Caregiver
Consumer Direct Care Network Alaska
10.2019 - 05.2022
Lead Teacher, Toddler Room
The Children's Center
05.2010 - 03.2019
High School Diploma -
Pueblo Magnet Highschool
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Studies
Pima Community College
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