Crystal Wilson
Shelbyville,IN
Summary
Dedicated Child Care Specialist with a strong work ethic and expertise in curriculum planning at Little Feet Academy. Proven ability to enhance children's emotional development through positive reinforcement and engaging activities. Skilled in special needs care, fostering trust with families, and maintaining a safe, nurturing environment for optimal growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child Care Specialist
Little Feet Academy
08.2024 - 03.2025
- Contributed to a positive team atmosphere through open communication and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Administered first aid when necessary, prioritizing safety at all times throughout daily routines.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of special events such as holiday celebrations or parent-teacher conferences.
- Implemented positive discipline techniques to manage challenging behaviors effectively.
- Teaching Preschool learning curriculums, planning crafts and activities.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing a nurturing and supportive environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop comprehensive lesson plans tailored to individual child needs.
- Continuously assessed program efficacy based on feedback from parents, colleagues, administrators, adapting curriculum accordingly.
- Maintained a strong understanding of child development milestones, enabling targeted support for each child''s unique learning needs.
- Worked one on one with a Special Needs child.
In-Home Childcare Provider
Self
12.2014 - 08.2024
- Administered prescribed medications in accordance with written instructions.
- Developed strong relationships with families, resulting in high levels of trust and confidence in childcare services provided.
- Planned fun, educational activities for children aged [Number] to [Number].
- Played engaging, age-appropriate games to entertain and educate children.
- Created safe, inviting in-home environment conducive to structured activity and unstructured play.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks for children to maintain balanced diets.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rushville Consolidated High School
Rushville, IN06-2000
Skills
- Hygiene and cleanliness
- Patience and empathy
- Outdoor education
- Strong work ethic
- Observation and assessment
- Role modeling
- Age-appropriate activities
- Positive reinforcement
- Curriculum planning
- Project-based learning
- Science exploration
- Cultural sensitivity
- Documentation and record keeping
- Music and movement
- Artistic expression
- Parental partnership
- Sensory play
- Creative lesson planning
- Special needs experience
- Social skills teaching
- Child safety protocols
- Resourcefulness and creativity
- Child supervision
- Childcare
- Safety awareness
- Activity planning
- Toilet training
- Lesson plan development
- Care management
- Emotional development
- Teamwork
- Caring and responsible
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Punctual and reliable
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Friendly and respectful
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Self motivation
- Creative thinking
- Emotional support
- Verbal and written communication
- Active listening
- Special needs care
- Reliability
Certification
I have completed the following courses on the ILEAD programs for my current employment establishment.
- Child Abuse and Neglect Detection and Prevention 10/20/2024
- Universal Precautions 10/20/2024
- Safe Sleep Practice: Module 1 - Reducing Sudden Unexpected Infant Death 10/19/2024
- Safe Sleep Practice: Module 2 - Implementation In Child Care Settings 10/19/2024
Timeline
Child Care Specialist
Little Feet Academy
08.2024 - 03.2025
In-Home Childcare Provider
Self
12.2014 - 08.2024
High School Diploma -
Rushville Consolidated High School
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