Amber Gordon
Fort Washington,MD
Summary
Experienced management professional skilled in overseeing center operations and improving team productivity. Demonstrated ability to achieve operational excellence through strategic planning and staff development. Collaborative team player with a strong focus on results and adaptability to changing circumstances.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Center Director
FCC Reggios Treehouse
05.2024 - Current
- Ensured compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, including health and safety standards.
- Implemented policies and procedures to meet accreditation standards.
- Recruited, selected, and retained high-quality staff to reduce turnover and foster stability.
- Conducting performance evaluations and providing professional development opportunities for staff.
- Successfully managed and maintained NAEYC accreditation portfolios, ensuring all documentation met the rigorous standards set by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).
- Ensured full compliance with the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) licensing standards
- Implementing authentic assessment strategies to document children's learning and development
- Leading staff training sessions on effective portfolio documentation and assessment practices.
- Increased enrollment numbers by executing effective marketing strategies targeting local families seeking quality childcare options.
- Adhered to budgetary guidelines to set financial goals and maintain school profitability.
- Collaborated on strategies to enhance student learning and behavior alongside parents and teaching staff.
Assistant Director
Bright Horizons Early Learning Center
12.2022 - 04.2024
- Developed department performance goals and methods for achieving milestones.
- Produced and distributed memos, newsletters and other forms of communication.
- Maintains all staff files, including background checks, trainings, attendance, payroll, and medical records for staff of 40 employees
- Maintains all child files, enrollment forms, medical records of 130 students.
- Monitored team compliance with safety and health guidelines.
- Managed schedules by completing work accurately and on time.
- Supervised recruitment process including interviewing candidates, making hiring decisions and onboarding new hires.
- Managed daily workflow of personnel by assigning tasks, tracking progress and providing assistance when needed.
- Conducted training sessions on new processes or products for internal staff members.
- Ensures education and safety requirements of NAEYC accreditation, state, and local licensing agencies for school of 130 families.
Health & Safety Director
Bright Horizons Early Learning Center
09.2021 - 12.2022
- Conducted safety audits of facilities and equipment to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Maintained records of workers' compensation claims and other related documents.
- Coordinated emergency response drills and exercises as part of preparedness planning efforts.
- Investigated, resolved and reported on occurrences documented on employee incident and accident reports.
- Managed safety and health programs, enforcing compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.
- Assisted with developing training materials related to workplace health and safety topics.
- Trained personnel in proper safety practices and conducted safety orientations for new employees.
- Partner with local health and safety departments to ensure policies and procedures are current.
- Conduct daily health screening to all children, families, and staff members.
Instructional Coach
Bright Horizons Early Learning Center
04.2021 - 09.2021
- Provided professional development to teachers and administrators on instructional strategies, best practices, and implementation of curriculum.
- Facilitated collaborative teams to develop and review lesson plans with a focus on standards-based instruction.
- Observed classrooms to provide feedback to teachers regarding their teaching methods and classroom management techniques.
- Analyzed data from observations, assessments, and other sources to create action plans for improvement.
- Assisted teachers in developing differentiated instruction strategies tailored to meet the needs of all learners.
- Provided guidance on how best practices can be applied within diverse cultural contexts.
- Attended conferences related to educational topics such as assessment methods, instructional strategies.
- Mentored and supported teachers on classroom teaching practices using professional development programs and instructional techniques training.
- Created and implemented intervention strategies or individualized education plans (IEPs).
Preschool/Kindergarten Teacher
Bright Horizons Early Learning Center
10.2020 - 04.2021
- Worked closely with peers to devise and utilize advanced technology and smart boards.
- Utilized current technology to enhance student learning.
- Documented and shared important milestones with each student's parents and guardians.
- Implemented focused lessons for literacy readiness highlighting phonics, language comprehension and writing abilities.
- Coordinated conferences with parents to discuss student progress and establish goals for improvement and advancement.
- Monitored, documented and reported students' progress and performance.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Created and maintained safe learning environment for students.
- Developed lesson plans consistent with established guidelines and goals.
- Facilitated parent and teacher conferences in order to discuss student progress.
- Provided a safe learning environment where children could explore their creativity.
- Planned and implemented engaging lessons to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Assessed students' progress and created reports for parents, administrators, and other teachers.
Infant/Toddler Teacher
Bright Horizons Early Learning Center
05.2018 - 04.2020
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation and growth.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Collaborated with parents to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication.
- Supervised students during lunchtime and outdoor play periods as well as nap times.
- Created an environment that was conducive for learning by implementing classroom rules and providing structure throughout the day.
- Developed and implemented a variety of age-appropriate activities to stimulate physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development in toddlers.
Children's Party Host
LOL Stations
10.2016 - 11.2017
- Greeted guests and provided them with party information.
- Set up decorations and organized seating areas in accordance with the theme of the event.
- Provided entertainment for children, such as face painting, balloon animals, and other activities.
- Managed food tables, ensuring that all snacks and drinks were properly displayed.
- Organized games and competitions for children, providing prizes when necessary.
- Ensured safety of children at all times while they participated in activities.
- Facilitated communication between parents and guardians and staff members regarding any issues or concerns during the event.
- Promoted fun, safe and inclusive environment by monitoring activity of campers to identify and address behavioral issues.
- Helped participants enjoy activities while ensuring adherence to protocol.
- Administered first aid and notified emergency medical personnel.
- Developed events and programs in consideration of needs, abilities and interests of participants.
- Organized, led and promoted interest in recreational activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Rasmussen College
Saint Cloud, MN12-2025
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Rasmussen College
Saint Cloud, MN05-2022
High School Diploma -
Bowie High School
Bowie, MD05-2015
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Microsoft Office Proficiency
- Strategic Marketing
- Guest Relations Management
- Financial Oversight
- Strong Parent Liaison Skills
- Family Support Initiatives
- Team Building
- Effective Talent Development
- Talent Acquisition
- Analytical Problem-Solving
- Proficient in Task Management
- Project Coordination
- Regulatory Compliance Management
- Records Management
- Supply Chain Coordination
- Compliance with Recordkeeping Standards
- Staff Performance Reviews
- Database Oversight
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- MAT (Medication Administration Training)
Affiliations
- Active member in company’s Diversity and Inclusion groups.
- Leads Better Together program. Better Together organizes team-building events in social and community settings outside of the center
Accomplishments
- Nominated for and accepted as a Succession Planning Candidate which involved training for placement into a management position.
- Received the H.E.A.R.T. Award. The H.E.A.R.T. Award is earned by demonstrating all aspects of the HEART Principals; Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork.
- Dean's List 2021-2024
Education and Training
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Timeline
Center Director
FCC Reggios Treehouse
05.2024 - Current
Assistant Director
Bright Horizons Early Learning Center
12.2022 - 04.2024
Health & Safety Director
Bright Horizons Early Learning Center
09.2021 - 12.2022
Instructional Coach
Bright Horizons Early Learning Center
04.2021 - 09.2021
Preschool/Kindergarten Teacher
Bright Horizons Early Learning Center
10.2020 - 04.2021
Infant/Toddler Teacher
Bright Horizons Early Learning Center
05.2018 - 04.2020
Children's Party Host
LOL Stations
10.2016 - 11.2017
High School Diploma -
Bowie High School
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Rasmussen College
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Rasmussen College
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