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Symone Crews

Philadelphia,PA

Summary

Dedicated and passionate educator with nearly a decade of experience providing high-quality care and instruction to young children. Skilled in creating inclusive, engaging learning environments that support the academic and social-emotional growth of diverse, multicultural students and their families. Committed to fostering meaningful connections and promoting a love of learning in every child.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead teacher

Pee Wee prep educational center
09.2019 - Current
  • Designed and implemented developmentally appropriate lesson plans aligned with early childhood standards to promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth.
  • Created a nurturing, inclusive classroom environment that supported each child’s unique learning style and cultural background.
  • Fostered essential school-readiness skills through hands-on activities, play-based learning, and individualized support.
  • Collaborated with families to ensure consistent communication and goal setting for student development and progress.


Teaching assistant

Discovery Place Preschool
01.2015 - 08.2019
  • Provided instructional and developmental support across various age groups, from toddlers to preschoolers, adapting to the unique needs of each child.
  • Assisted lead teachers in planning and implementing engaging, age-appropriate activities that supported cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
  • Fostered a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment that promoted learning through exploration, play, and structured routines.
  • Delivered individualized care and guidance, ensuring each child received support that was culturally responsive and developmentally appropriate.

Assistant teacher

Your Child's World Learning Center
08.2013 - 12.2014
  • Supported the lead teacher in implementing daily routines and developmentally appropriate activities for children ages 12–24 months.
  • Fostered a nurturing, engaging, and safe classroom environment that encouraged exploration, sensory play, and early communication skills.
  • Assisted with diapering, feeding, and transitions while promoting independence and self-help skills.
  • Built trusting relationships with children and families by providing consistent care and open communication.


Lead teacher

Little Learners Child Care
05.2012 - 08.2013
  • Designed and implemented engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans that promoted cognitive, social-emotional, and physical development for children ages 12–24 months.
  • Created a warm, supportive classroom environment that encouraged exploration, early language development, and sensory experiences.
  • Conducted daily routines including diapering, feeding, and transitions, while fostering independence and self-help skills.
  • Observed and documented developmental milestones, using data to tailor instruction and communicate progress with families.


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Education

BS - Early Childhood Studies

Eastern University
05.2024

CDA - undefined

Community College of Philadelphia
03.2016

Skills

  • Childcare needs
  • Lesson planning
  • Activity planning
  • Conflict resolution
  • Classroom management
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Key decision making
  • Student engagement

Certification

  • Child Development Associate Credential (CDA)
  • Awarded through Community College of Philadelphia on January 13th, 2017

Timeline

Lead teacher

Pee Wee prep educational center
09.2019 - Current

Teaching assistant

Discovery Place Preschool
01.2015 - 08.2019

Assistant teacher

Your Child's World Learning Center
08.2013 - 12.2014

Lead teacher

Little Learners Child Care
05.2012 - 08.2013

CDA - undefined

Community College of Philadelphia

BS - Early Childhood Studies

Eastern University
Symone Crews