Thalia Crump
Waukegan,Illinois
Summary
Dedicated to working with youth through crafts, music, and ministry. Committed to being a positive influence that leads children to God.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
VBS Leader/Church Youth Leader
Journey Church Beach Park Campus
Beach Park, Illinois
07.2023 - Current
- Maintained a safe, secure, and positive environment for children.
- Encouraged participation from all students throughout each lesson.
- Collaborated with other VBS Leaders to plan activities that met curriculum objectives.
- Planned games, songs and dances as part of religious curriculum.
- Led students in prayer and spiritual practices, fostering a sense of faith and community.
Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
Waukegan School District
Waukegan, Illinois
11.2022 - Current
- Assisted with administering standardized assessments to evaluate language skills, articulation, voice and fluency disorders.
- Observed and documented client progress during therapy sessions.
- Implemented augmentative communication systems such as picture boards or sign language when necessary.
- Prepared materials for use in therapy sessions including worksheets, games and activities.
- Performed clerical duties such as scheduling appointments, answering phones and filing paperwork.
- Maintained relationship between student and SLP to encourage communication during sessions.
- Facilitate transition to and from classroom to speech office.
Co-Teacher
The Goddard School Hawthorne Woods
Hawthorne Woods, Illinois
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Assisted in developing and implementing lesson plans to meet the needs of all students.
- Collaborated with lead teacher to create a positive learning environment for students.
- Provided support to struggling learners through differentiated instruction strategies.
- Created instructional materials for use in the classroom including worksheets, handouts, and activities.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's academic progress.
VBS Leader
Christian Faith Fellowship Church Zion
Zion, Illinois
07.2010 - 07.2018
- Assisted in the setup of VBS materials and decorations.
- Facilitated daily Bible lessons to students of all ages.
- Developed creative activities to keep children engaged in learning.
- Led games and crafts that reinforced the day's Bible lesson theme.
Education
College of Lake County
Grayslake, ILSkills
- Relationship Building
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Problem-solving abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Continuous Improvement
- Materials Preparation
- Self Motivation
- Activity leading
- Interpersonal Skills
Certification
- Certified in CPR
- Certified in De-Escalation
- Certified in A.L.I.C.E
Timeline
VBS Leader/Church Youth Leader
Journey Church Beach Park Campus
07.2023 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
Waukegan School District
11.2022 - Current
Co-Teacher
The Goddard School Hawthorne Woods
08.2022 - 11.2022
VBS Leader
Christian Faith Fellowship Church Zion
07.2010 - 07.2018
College of Lake County