Krystal Aug
Oak Ridge
Summary
Compassionate early childhood education professional highly productive in creating engaging, educational environments that allow young learners to thrive. Skilled in developing age-appropriate curricula, implementing inclusive classroom management strategies, and fostering emotional intelligence in preschoolers. Excel at communication, patience, and empathy, ensuring effective interaction with children, parents, and colleagues for optimal learning outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Boonton Board of Education
Boonton
09.2020 - Current
- Implemented the Tools of the Mind Curriculum, and aligned teaching to GOLD and New Jersey Department of Education: Preschool Teaching and Learning Standards.
- Created a safe classroom environment using ECERS
- Worked with children with an Individualized Education Plans.
- I attended IEP meetings and took part in student evaluations conducted by the Child Study Team.
- Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Adapted instructional techniques according to student learning styles and progress.
- Assessed student growth through anecdotal evidence using the Teaching Strategies Gold Assessment System.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current on educational trends.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians by regularly communicating student progress.
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss academic progress of each child.
- Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.
Preschool Teacher
La Vida III
Paterson
09.2016 - 06.2020
- Implemented the Creative Curriculum and aligned teaching to GOLD and the New Jersey Department of Education: Preschool Teaching and Learning Standards.
- Provided individual, small, and large group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of students with varying intellectual and special abilities.
- Administered the Early Screening Inventory (ESI-P & ESI-K) and WIDA-ACCESS Placement Test (W-APT) to children ages 3-5.
- Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
- Adapted instructional techniques according to student learning styles and progress.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current on educational trends.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills through problem solving activities.
- Administered and documented the results of student assessments using Teaching Strategies Gold.
- Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Utilized technology such as computers and tablets in the classroom setting.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers on various projects related to curriculum design and implementation.
Student Teacher
Kinnelon Board of Education
Kinnelon
01.2016 - 05.2016
- Collaborated with the lead teacher on lesson plans and lesson preparation.
- Demonstrated a positive co-teaching model with the cooperating teacher.
- Taught lessons in readers and writers workshop.
- Developed and taught units in Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Writing.
- Conducted classroom observations to assess student performance.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans in alignment with state curriculum standards for 1st grade subjects.
Kindergarten Practicum Teacher
Oakland Board of Education
Oakland
09.2015 - 12.2015
- Collaborated with the lead teacher on lesson plans and lesson preparation.
- Created lessons in mathematics, literacy, and social studies. Conducted lessons that were observed by a university supervisor.
- Worked with main classroom instructor to devise creative activities for students.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
Preschool Practicum Teacher
Garfield Board of Education
Garfield
01.2015 - 04.2015
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies based on individual student needs.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that were aligned with state standards.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Incorporated differentiated instruction techniques into daily lessons plans.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
Education
Bachelor of Social Science - Early Childhood Education
William Paterson University of New Jersey
Wayne, NJ05-2016
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Passiac County Community College
Haskell05-2012
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- IEP implementation
- Parent communication
- Microsoft Office
- Google Workspace
- Smart Board technology
Certification
- New Jersey Standard Teaching License (Preschool through grade 3)
- Praxis Passed, Early Childhood Education: Content Knowledge, July 2015
- Substitute Teacher’s Credential, State of New Jersey, K-12, December 2014
- First Aid, CPR and AED Certified
Accomplishments
- Dean’s list, 6 semesters, William Paterson University
- Achievement award for Distinguished Clinical Intern for Early Childhood Education
- Nomination of Outstanding Student Teacher
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Boonton Board of Education
09.2020 - Current
Preschool Teacher
La Vida III
09.2016 - 06.2020
Student Teacher
Kinnelon Board of Education
01.2016 - 05.2016
Kindergarten Practicum Teacher
Oakland Board of Education
09.2015 - 12.2015
Preschool Practicum Teacher
Garfield Board of Education
01.2015 - 04.2015
Bachelor of Social Science - Early Childhood Education
William Paterson University of New Jersey
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Passiac County Community College
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