Elizabeth Stone
Kirbyville,TX
Summary
Passionate Teaching Assistant offering 25-year background working with home-school students at elementary, middle school, and high-school levels as well as private childcare. Skilled in classroom functions, lesson planning and individual and group instruction. Talented in using various strategies to model positive behavior and maintain classroom discipline.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Lead Teacher
Stonehill Home-school
09.2007 - Current
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
- Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
Private Childcare Provider
Julie And Kobe Buckles
01.1997 - 01.1999
- Prepared tasty, nutritious meals for children.
- Played engaging, age-appropriate games to entertain and educate children.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks for children to maintain balanced diets.
- Maintained safe environment by keeping watchful eye on children.
- Vacuumed, cleaned up toys and emptied dishwasher to help family members with housekeeping tasks.
- Worked with parents one-on-one to address individual needs of children in care.
- Obtained current CPR, First Aid and [Type] certifications.
- Played interactive games with toddlers and provided age-appropriate entertainment for older children.
- Maintained home environment that complied with parent's regulations.
- Promoted language development skills through reading and storytelling.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Complied with state and federal child care provider guidelines and regulations.
- Planned fun, educational activities for children aged 3 months to 3 years.
Daycare Childcare Provider
First Baptist Church Child Development Center
01.1996 - 12.1996
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
- Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
- Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
- Liaised with parents and guardians to discuss child progress.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
- Logged information regarding naps, feedings and any medications administered.
Education
No Degree - General Studies: Concentration in Family Studies
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX12.2025
Skills
- Special Needs Support
- Multicultural Awareness
- Child Assessment
- Art and Music Integration
- Nutrition Knowledge
- Physical Activity Promotion
Additional Information
I have 5 adult children and a 14 yr old that my husband and I have homeschooled the last 25 years. Before having my own children I was a professional nanny for 2 years. I have worked in several non-profit church day cares as well as a paid position. I am currently working on a bachelors in General Studies so I can then obtain a masters in Marriage and Family Therapy.
Timeline
Childcare Lead Teacher
Stonehill Home-school
09.2007 - Current
Private Childcare Provider
Julie And Kobe Buckles
01.1997 - 01.1999
Daycare Childcare Provider
First Baptist Church Child Development Center
01.1996 - 12.1996
No Degree - General Studies: Concentration in Family Studies
Lamar University
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