Ali Miller
Chico,CA
Summary
Motivated by a commitment to honor every person's story, I bring experience supporting children and families through compassionate, individualized, and culturally responsive care. I’m focused on growing through real-life experiences and continued learning as I prepare for the next steps toward Marriage and Family Therapy.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Little Village Learning Collective
Chico, CA
08.2020 - Current
- Transitioned Little Village to an online platform, developing and selling comprehensive curricula and social emotional learning materials nationwide
- Provide free downloadable resources to parents and educators on diversity, inclusion, mental health, and early education
Owner
Little Village
Atascadero, CA
08.2017 - 06.2020
- Founded and directed a comprehensive early childhood program for ages 3–5, developing and teaching a play-based curriculum with integrated social-emotional learning and family engagement
- Designed a monthly multicultural education and immersion experience for students and their families
- Held parent trainings on child development and parenting topics, facilitating small group discussions and family support
Behavior Interventionist
Community Action Partnership Of San Luis Obispo County
San Luis Obispo, California
01.2012 - 03.2014
- Conducted regional site visits for Head Start programs, providing feedback to staff on classroom practices and alignment with Performance Standards
- Developed individualized Positive Behavior Support Plans for children ages 3-5, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of teachers, directors, and external community agencies
- Implemented and monitored behavior interventions, conducted developmental assessments, maintained comprehensive records, and supported families with education and resources
- Led regional in-service trainings for staff on SEL, child abuse, and behavior support
Early Head Start Home Visitor
Community Action Partnership Of San Luis Obispo County
San Luis Obispo, California
12.2010 - 01.2012
- Managed a caseload of 12 families, providing weekly in-home prevention and early intervention services for pregnant women and children ages 0-3.
- Conducted developmental and behavioral assessments, identifying needs and recommending strategies.
- Modeled effective parenting techniques through relationship building and one-on-one coaching.
- Organized large-group family activities and monthly community-building social events.
- Developed and led parent training sessions, including content creation, discussion questions, and group facilitation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Child Development
California Polytechnic State University
San Luis Obispo, CA12-2010
Skills
- Social emotional learning
- Training and Education
- Relationship building
- Early Intervention and behavioral support
- Curriculum and resource development
- Family engagement
- Developmental, Behavioral, and Academic assessments
- Data collection and analysis
- Developmental disorders
- Adaptive strategies and support
Websites
Timeline
Owner
Little Village Learning Collective
08.2020 - Current
Owner
Little Village
08.2017 - 06.2020
Behavior Interventionist
Community Action Partnership Of San Luis Obispo County
01.2012 - 03.2014
Early Head Start Home Visitor
Community Action Partnership Of San Luis Obispo County
12.2010 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Science - Child Development
California Polytechnic State University