Diplomatic, proactive, caring Preschool Director with 13 years experience and expertise in early childhood curriculum development. Additionally, 17 years experience in group family daycare. Excellent interpersonal skills and well-liked by teachers, students and parents. Well versed in milestones of behavioral and educational development. Offering a proven ability to organize a loving, nurturing home environment and effective fun and educational environment would make me an excellent choice to be your Governess, Teaching Nanny, Household Manager.
Skills
First Aid/CPR Certified
Conflict resolution
NYSED DASA Certified
NYSED SAVE Certified
NYSED fingerprinted
NYSED Mandated reporter
Education staffing
Policy Development
Curriculum planning
Customer service
Communications
Work History
Preschool Director, 06/2007 - Current Albany Charter School Network – Ridgeland, MS,
Taught all classes; toddler playgroups from 9 months- 3 years; Nursery program for 3 year olds; Pre- k program for 4 year olds; kindergarten; home-school balanced literacy program and enrichment workshops
Supported early learning for over 600 families in 13 years
Provided training and professional development for high quality teachers
Recruited new students for admission through marketing and events
Worked with special needs students to determine specific plans for success
Developed educational curricula that promoted development in key behavioral and educational areas including early literacy, social emotional health, math and science awareness
Supervised teaching staff and resolved issues in peaceful manner
Established school policies and communicated to staff and parents for well-coordinated and high-quality daily operations
Stayed up to date on NYS Common Core preschool curriculum
Conducted research on emerging perspectives in childhood education to improve upon school policies and curriculum
Increased parent satisfaction by addressing concerns with good communication in timely manner
Strengthened community engagement strategies to boost program outreach across Southern Dutchess County
Handled 10-12 calls each day to address customer inquiries and concerns
Orthodontic Assistant, 03/2005 - 05/2007 Smile Brands – Oxnard, CA,
Administered sealing compounds and protective coatings to boost tooth enamel strength and minimize cavity risk
Taught patients successful strategies for boosting oral hygiene, controlling plaque and protecting gums and tooth enamel from damage
Prepared patient for orthodontist and performed simple tasks such as tightening braces and conducting preliminary examinations for 25-30 patients daily
Cleaned and sterilized instruments between patients to protect from infection risks
Took x-rays, photographs and impressions of patients' teeth and mouth
Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines
Nanny, 04/1998 - 05/2005 2 Fellas & A Big Vehicle – Broken Arrow, OK,
Balanced playtime and limited screen time to optimize types of stimulation and support development of fine motor, gross motor and cognitive skills
Offered positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth
Encouraged children to be understanding of and patient with others
Promoted language development skills through reading and storytelling
Involved children in caring for household pets and chores
Taught 3 children everyday skills, including tying shoes, dressing, potty training, basic math and language
Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and art activities for tidy home when parents arrive
Family Childcare Provider, 02/1990 - 06/2000 Mary Geoghegan – City, STATE,
Promoted language development skills through reading and storytelling
Prepared bite-sized snacks and carefully watched young children eat to prevent choking, promoted healthy food choices and table manners
Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback
Worked with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote positive behavior
Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children
Offered positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth
Traveled with families to care for children, allowing parents to share private time while giving children fun adventures in diverse environments
Established and maintained safe play environment for children
Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects to promote academic success
Bathed, dressed and helped with teeth brushing to promote healthy personal hygiene and good oral health
Maintained updated list of emergency contact information and child's health information to act quickly if emergencies occur
Drove children to various types of activities, including dance, religion and sports to maintain extracurricular routines
Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships
Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating and school schedules for children
Education
Bachelor of Science: Early Childhood Education Birth - 2nd Grade , Expected in 2007 - SUNY New Paltz - New Paltz, NY, GPA:
Earth
Minored in Earth Science
Associate of Science: Liberal Arts And Sciences, Expected in 2005 - Dutchess Community College - Poughkeepsie, NY GPA:
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