Preya Crawford
North Brunswick,NJ
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Dual Language Teacher
North Brunswick Public Schools
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Exercised strong classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations
- Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Arranged parent-teacher conferences to address student progress and collaboratively set goals for areas of improvement.
- Kept accurate documents about student progress for school and parent records.
- Teamed with other professionals to enhance student learning experiences.
- Encouraged and prepared students to become independent readers through systematic, multi-sensory instruction in phonemic awareness and decoding skills.
- Utilized positive reinforcement to maximize desired behavior and educational outcomes.
- Supervised student behavior during daily academic routines to secure safety of students and staff.
- Collaborated with counselors, administration, and child study team to help students grow in social and emotional capacities.
- Collaborated with educators, school administrators, and parents in the development of behavior plans to meet students' needs.
Long Term Substitute Teacher
North Brunswick Public Schools
11.2023 - 06.2024
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Communicated with parents regarding lesson plans and upcoming activities and provided feedback on student performance.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed lesson plans to align with grade-level standards and objectives.
- Conferred with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
- Attended professional meetings, educational conferences and teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
Substitute Teacher
North Brunswick Township Public Schools
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Deliver lessons across curriculum for preschool to fourth grade, with an average classroom size of 16 students
- Adapt provided lesson plans to meet students' unique learning needs
- Promote a positive and interactive learning environment
- Provide conflict resolutions for behavioral issues using positive reinforcement and empathetic communication
- Maintain a controlled, tidy, and organized class environment
- Adhering to all board policies, while ensuring the safety of all students and staff
Teacher's Aide
North Brunswick Township Public Schools
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Provide support and oversight in the classroom alongside the primary teacher to help ensure safety and quality learning for all students
- Provide assistance to teacher in managing class
- Supported special education teacher in the implementation of lesson plans during individual and small group interventions
Lunch Aide
North Brunswick Public School District
12.2021 - 06.2022
- Provided oversight to ensure safety during lunch and recess
- Worked with various age groups, including kindergarten through fourth grade
- Assisted in establishing, implementing, and supervising orderly conduct in the cafeteria
- Encourage positive play and cooperation while communicating playground and recess rules
Assistant Manager
Hudson City Savings Bank
09.2003 - 01.2014
- Gained strong foundation in customer service, team collaboration, and task prioritization
- Address and resolve various customer questions and concerns
- Promoted customer loyalty and grew sales by providing friendly, knowledgeable service
- Ensured that sales representatives followed all company policies and protocols
- Build, manage, and develop a team comprised of 10 personnel, provide coaching and mentorship, conduct performance evaluations, and establish inclusive work cultures
Education
Alternate Route Program - Early Childhood Education
Rutger's University
New Brunswick, NJ05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration- Accounting
New Jersey City University
Jersey City, NJ05.2010
Skills
- Adaptable
- Collaboration
- Communication
- Conflict resolution
- Dedication
- Leadership
- Motivated
- Time management
Certification
- Standard Certificate- Elementary School Education K-6, New Jersey Department of Education, 05/05/2025
- Certificate of Eligibility in Early Childhood Education, New Jersey Department of Education, 09/01/23
Timeline
Kindergarten Dual Language Teacher
North Brunswick Public Schools
08.2024 - 06.2025
Long Term Substitute Teacher
North Brunswick Public Schools
11.2023 - 06.2024
Substitute Teacher
North Brunswick Township Public Schools
09.2022 - 06.2023
Teacher's Aide
North Brunswick Township Public Schools
06.2022 - 08.2022
Lunch Aide
North Brunswick Public School District
12.2021 - 06.2022
Assistant Manager
Hudson City Savings Bank
09.2003 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration- Accounting
New Jersey City University
Alternate Route Program - Early Childhood Education
Rutger's University
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