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Crystal Velo

Arlington,TX

Summary

Creative professional dedicated to fostering emotional, social, and educational development in young children. As well as I am a expertise in implementing developmentally appropriate activities within nurturing learning environments. And committed to promoting holistic health to enhance academic success.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pre-K Teacher

Kids Learning Lodge
2331 Webb Lynn Rd, TX
06.2022 - 06.2025

Developed engaging lesson plans to promote child development and growth.

Introduced scientific and mathematical concepts to enhance cognitive abilities.

Facilitated activities aimed at improving children's social skills.

Organized diverse activities, including role play and nature exploration, to enrich language skills.

Created innovative learning materials to inspire and engage learners.

Planned individual and group activities incorporating music, arts, and crafts for holistic development.

Monitored and reported on children's development, identifying potential learning difficulties.

Ensured health and safety standards for children and staff in all classroom environments.

Home Daycare Owner

Love & Care Child care
Arlington, TX
01.2013 - 10.2017
  • Cultivated positive relationships with families through prompt responses to inquiries regarding children's care.
  • Developed individualized schedules for nap and meal times tailored to each child's needs.
  • Provided regular updates to parents on children's development, behavior, and daily habits.
  • Maintained accurate records of attendance, meals served, medications administered, and other vital information.
  • Organized recreational activities, including outdoor playtime and visits from storytellers, to enhance learning experiences.
  • Ensured organized and clean classroom and play areas to promote a safe environment.
  • Identified signs of emotional or developmental issues in children to inform parents or guardians.
  • Assisted toddlers with potty-training and taught essential hygiene skills such as hand washing.

Assistant Teacher

Gwendolyn C Gragg Head Start
Fort Worth, TX
05.2011 - 09.2012
  • Developed individualized education programs (IEPs) for special education students as required.
  • Supervised small group activities to enhance student engagement.
  • Evaluated student work based on established criteria to ensure consistent assessment.
  • Collaborated with classroom teacher to create and implement effective lesson plans.
  • Provided targeted instruction to support students needing additional assistance.
  • Facilitated communication between families and school personnel regarding academic progress.
  • Maintained a safe, orderly classroom environment to promote focused learning.
  • Interacted positively with children, fostering development and participation in activities.

Education

High School Diploma -

Thomas Jefferson High School
El Paso, TX
05-1996

Skills

  • Lesson planning and classroom management
  • Child development and supervision
  • Behavior assessment and individualized education programs
  • Parent communication and engagement
  • Social-emotional learning strategies
  • Language development techniques
  • Early childhood education expertise
  • Music and movement activities
  • Storytelling methods
  • Classroom organization skills
  • Positive reinforcement practices
  • Arts and crafts proficiency
  • Schedule creation and maintenance
  • Food handling training
  • Early literacy development
  • Play-based learning approaches
  • Patience and empathy
  • Curriculum planning

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Professional

Certification

  • Child Development Associate
  • CPR first Aid

Timeline

Pre-K Teacher

Kids Learning Lodge
06.2022 - 06.2025

Home Daycare Owner

Love & Care Child care
01.2013 - 10.2017

Assistant Teacher

Gwendolyn C Gragg Head Start
05.2011 - 09.2012

High School Diploma -

Thomas Jefferson High School
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