Amanda Arnhold
Education
Nanuet,NY
Summary
Experienced daycare leader with comprehensive understanding of program management, budget administration, and emergency planning. Demonstrates strong work ethic and decisive nature, complemented by exceptional organizational, problem-solving, and conflict management abilities. Possesses NYS OCFS License, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Center Director
Children of America
6 2015 - Current
- Responsible for the overall day-to-day operation of a state-licensed preschool program with an enrollment of 130 children and 25 staff from culturally diverse backgrounds
- Provides support and training in developmentally appropriate practices to staff in the areas of classroom management and guidance, curriculum, parent-school relations, and child development.
- Developed and maintained a comprehensive file system for all children, staff, and regulatory documents for inspection readiness.
- Coordinated annual self-assessments and licensing renewal documentation, ensuring all paperwork was submitted on time and in accordance with state guidelines.
Preschool Teacher
Children of America
09.2011 - 06.2015
- Implemented the required curriculum activities along with differentiated lessons and activities based on individual abilities and developmental Learning Standards
- Conducted several parent-teacher conferences, collaborated with other staff on curriculum, and actively participated in all after school social events.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
Student Teacher
Margret's School
03.2011 - 05.2011
- Planned and delivered lessons in all core curriculum areas for a 2nd grade general education class
- Created a non-fiction writing piece with all 5 stages of writing and completed it by converting it into a PowerPoint presentation
- Incorporated technologies such as PowerPoint, TurningPoint, and Smart board into lessons.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
Student Teacher
Congers Elementary School
01.2011 - 03.2011
- Differentiated Math and Language Arts lessons for 14, 4th graders in self contained environments
- Collaborated with the Read 180 program to create Language Arts lesson plans
- Carried out behavior modification and classroom management strategies.
Education
Certificate in Early Childhood Development -
Nyack High School
Nyack, NYBachelor's Degree - Education
Dominican College of Blauvelt
Orangeburg, NY 05.2008 - 05.2011
Associates Degree - Liberal Arts and Science
SUNY Rockland Community College
Rockland, New York 01.2005 - 12.2007
Skills
Staff evaluations
Health and safety
Safety regulations compliance
Classroom oversight
Training and mentoring
Staff evaluations
Certification
Pediatric CPR, AED, and First Aid for Children, Infants and Adults, [ American Safety & Health Institute] - [3/2024-3/2026]
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Children of America
09.2011 - 06.2015
Student Teacher
Margret's School
03.2011 - 05.2011
Student Teacher
Congers Elementary School
01.2011 - 03.2011
Bachelor's Degree - Education
Dominican College of Blauvelt
05.2008 - 05.2011
Associates Degree - Liberal Arts and Science
SUNY Rockland Community College
01.2005 - 12.2007
Center Director
Children of America
6 2015 - Current
Certificate in Early Childhood Development -
Nyack High School