Daesha Crowder
Lead pre k teacher
Houston,TX
Summary
Compassionate educator with strong skills in child assessment and communication. Experienced in creating fun educational activities that promote development, ready to contribute to fostering a safe and engaging classroom atmosphere.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Pre K Teacher
Grace Episcopal Church and School
Houston, TX
10.2023 - Current
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Fostered a nurturing environment that encouraged social and emotional development in students.
- Mentored junior teachers, providing guidance on classroom management and instructional strategies.
- Assessed student progress through various evaluation methods, ensuring alignment with educational standards.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
Nanny Service
Private Nanny
Houston, TX
07.2020 - 09.2023
- Supervised daily activities, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for children.
- Developed and implemented engaging educational activities tailored to children's developmental needs.
- Coordinated schedules, balancing playtime, learning sessions, and rest periods effectively.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding child progress, milestones, and behavioral observations.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom
Little Stars Childcare
Houston, TX
04.2011 - 06.2020
- Led classroom activities that promote social, emotional, and cognitive development in three-year-olds.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans to enhance learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss children's progress and address developmental concerns.
- Enhanced learning experience by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects in daily lessons.
- Evaluated children's progress through assessments, adjusting teaching strategies as needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Alief Taylor High School
Houston, TX06.2010
Skills
- Child supervision
- Parent-teacher communication
- Nutrition and health
- Creative teaching strategies
- Documentation and reporting
- First aid and CPR
- Child assessment
- Training in food handling preparation
- Child safety procedures
- Excellent communication
- Multitasking
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
Certification
CDA 2025
Timeline
Lead Pre K Teacher
Grace Episcopal Church and School
10.2023 - Current
Nanny Service
Private Nanny
07.2020 - 09.2023
Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom
Little Stars Childcare
04.2011 - 06.2020
High School Diploma -
Alief Taylor High School