Andrea Collins
Hermiston,OR
Summary
Innovative leader with extensive experience in organizational development and training design. Expertise in creating impactful professional development programs that enhance educator effectiveness and drive student outcomes. Passionate about aligning training initiatives with strategic goals for measurable improvements.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Professional Development Manager
Umatilla Morrow Head Start
Hermiston Oregon
08.2023 - 02.2026
- Developed and implemented professional development programs tailored to staff needs.
- Facilitated training sessions to enhance educator effectiveness and curriculum delivery.
- Collaborated with leadership to assess and improve staff competencies and performance metrics.
- Established mentorship initiatives pairing experienced educators with new hires for skill enhancement.
- Evaluated the impact of professional development activities on classroom practice and student outcomes.
- Streamlined onboarding processes for new staff through comprehensive training resources and support systems.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by providing ongoing feedback and professional growth opportunities.
- Analyzed training needs assessments to align professional development offerings with organizational goals.
- Streamlined training processes for efficient knowledge transfer and improved employee productivity.
- Implemented an online learning platform, making professional development opportunities easily accessible to employees across multiple locations.
- Leveraged internal subject matter experts to provide in-house training sessions, capitalizing on existing knowledge resources within the organization.
- Provided ongoing support and guidance for employees as they worked toward achieving their career advancement goals within the company.
- Enhanced employee skill sets by developing and implementing comprehensive professional development programs.
Birth to Five Coach
Umatilla Morrow Head Start
Hermiston Oregon
07.2022 - 08.2023
- Facilitated professional development workshops for staff to improve instructional strategies.
- Trained new coaches on best practices in early childhood education and program policies.
- Analyzed program data to identify areas for improvement and inform strategic planning initiatives.
- Analyzed individual progress and tailored coaching strategies for optimal results.
- Evaluated team dynamics to identify areas for improvement in collaboration and communication.
- Developed personalized learning plans to enhance student engagement and comprehension.
- Facilitated workshops for educators on effective teaching strategies and resource utilization.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify areas for improvement and implement targeted interventions.
- Provided one-on-one coaching sessions to support teachers in adopting innovative teaching techniques.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through feedback collection and analysis, driving continuous improvements in coaching methods.
- Supported struggling learners with targeted instruction, resulting in increased academic achievement.
Head Start Lead Teacher
Umatilla Morrow Head Start
Hermiston Oregon
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Collaborated with families to support child development and foster positive relationships.
- Monitored student progress, adjusting instructional strategies to enhance learning outcomes.
- Organized and led classroom activities that promote social-emotional growth among students.
- Established clear behavioral expectations and consistently enforced rules, fostering a structured yet nurturing atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of student progress, utilizing data-driven decision-making techniques to improve instructional approaches.
- Developed a positive classroom environment through consistent communication, clear expectations, and mutual respect.
- Provided accommodations and modifications as needed for students with special needs or disabilities, ensuring equal access to education opportunities.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to cater to diverse learning needs, ensuring academic success for all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues for continuous improvement of teaching methods, resulting in higher student achievement levels.
- Increased parent involvement with regular updates and open communication channels.
- Championed social-emotional learning initiatives in the classroom, cultivating empathy and resilience among students.
School Disctrict Preschool Teacher
Umatilla Morrow Head Start
Hermiston Oregon
08.2017 - 08.2021
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance children's cognitive and social skills.
- Implemented individualized learning strategies to support diverse developmental needs.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting collaboration and respect among students.
- Collaborated with families to create supportive home-school connections for children's growth.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments, adapting teaching methods as necessary.
- Coordinated educational activities aligned with state standards and Head Start guidelines.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Education
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05-2022
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix Arizona01-2021
Skills
- Coaching and mentoring
- Innovation and creativity
- Organizational development
- Training design
- Career pathing
- Talent management
- Learning management systems
- Employee engagement
- Strategic thinker
- Written and oral communication
- New hire on-boarding
- Adaptive learning
- Customized training
- Small group instruction
- Public speaking
- Leadership training
- Training facilitation
- Classroom instruction
Accomplishments
- Successfully restructured and implemented in-house and external signature training series.
- Trained over 50 hiring managers on behavioral interviewing techniques, hiring processes and onboarding.
Certification
- Birth to 8 years old Educator License - Expire 2035
- CDA PD Specialist
- ORO Master Trainer
- Pyramid Model Trainer Infant Toddler & Preschool
- Devereux Trainer in Building Resilience & Flip IT
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Professional Development Manager
Umatilla Morrow Head Start
08.2023 - 02.2026
Birth to Five Coach
Umatilla Morrow Head Start
07.2022 - 08.2023
Head Start Lead Teacher
Umatilla Morrow Head Start
08.2021 - 07.2022
School Disctrict Preschool Teacher
Umatilla Morrow Head Start
08.2017 - 08.2021
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University