Enthusiastic and eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of Head Start Performance Standards and implementation. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the education industry.
*Professional and able to work with others effectively to complete tasks
*Experience training in small and large groups
*Able to effectively work with families
*Able to analyze data to support program changes
*Plan, evaluates and coordinates home based program activities for children and families. Ensures all activities are based on individual assessments and are in compliance with Head Start regulations and standards.
*Monitor services and record-keeping, both on paper and in designated on-line systems. Ensures Home Visitors maintain organized files and thorough documentation.
*Monitors assessments and screenings for completeness and compliance (ASQ, ASQ-SE, and Teaching Strategies GOLD). Analyze school readiness data and use results to implement continuous improvement plans with education staff.
*Reviews and monitors enrollment and caseload information. Coordinate the outreach to recruit new families into the program.
*Works in coordination with Home Visitors to plan and conduct group socialization activities for children and families that support the development of peer-group relationships and expose children to group setting.
*Develop and document progress on professional development plan for self and assigned staff. Facilitates and engages in professional development activities to increase qualifications.
*Assists with organizing training for staff, parents, and volunteers.
*Assisted in the development, implementation and evaluation of systems for the delivery of education services including screenings, curriculum planning, individualizing and assessment for children and families. Included center and, where applicable, home base services.
*Assisted in the research, evaluation and preparation of recommendations on curriculum to ensure compliance with Performance Standards and monitor for fidelity in implementation.
*Provided training, coaching, and technical assistance to staff and parents.
*Monitored classroom practice including room arrangement, lesson plans, daily schedules, routines, and transitions to assure their adherence to program policies.
*Made recommendations on the needs and priorities regarding materials and equipment needed in classrooms and playgrounds.
*Worked cooperatively with staff to integrate education services with disability, health, nutrition, and parent engagement.
*Assisted in maintaining records to ensure the Head Start program is compliant with program regulations, licensing requirements and safety standards.
*Supervised and observed teachers and teacher assistants to ensure the Head Start Performance Standards and Creative Curriculum were properly implemented in the classrooms.
*Provided trainings to staff and parents.
*Oversaw, conducted and reviewed child assessments (NRS, BRIGANCE, and Creative Curriculum Continuum).
*Organized Reading is Fundamental for 196 children.
*Coordinated Kindergarten transition with the local school districts.
*Completed and reviewed monthly education reports, center reports, Child and Adult Food program paperwork and other paperwork.
*Maintained the overall safety of all the children and staff in the center and ensured the center was in compliance with the Office of Child Care Licensing.
*Provided activities for children ages 3-5 to improve their social-emotional, cognitive, physical, and language development.
*Administered screenings and assessments for the children enrolled in my class.
*Maintained files on every child.
*Completed home visits and parent/teacher conferences with the families.
Interacted with staff and families during events, meetings, and day to day operations.
*Implemented Head Start Performance Standards, Creative Curriculum, and Office of Child Care Licensing regulations.
*Helped students to become self-sufficient and prepared for Kindergarten.
*Certified CLASS Observer and Trainer
*Trained to implement the Parents As Teachers Curriculum
*Trained to screen children using DIALs, DECA, ASQ, and ASQ-SE
*Trained in Conscious Discipline
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