Beth Askins

* Participate in recruitment, orientation, and hiring of personnel, interns, and volunteers.

* Establish and maintain effective two-way communication to understand the needs and concerns of staff.

* Identify staff training needs and recommends trainings to the director to meet those needs within funding limitations.

* Conducts regular observations of all classroom staff as well as formal and informal observations.

* Completes performance evaluations, 30,60,90, and annual of all center staff.

* Handle discipline concerns to the appropriate level as described in the Personnel Policies and Procedures.

* Verify and approve staff mileage and time cards.

* Effectively manage staff's use of various types of leave.

* Assess all education staff to identify strengths, areas of needed support, and determines which staff would benefit most from intensive coaching.

* Create an action plan for staff receiving coaching, which includes goals and a plan for achieving those goals.

* Responsible for the Mental Health Component, referrals, tracking, and acts a liaison between classroom staff and the Mental Health Consultant.

* Assist staff in obtaining and maintaining their Child Care Credentials.

* Attend all trainings, seminars, and meetings required, including those out of town.

* Accurately prepare and submit all required paperwork/reports in a timely manner.

* Ensure all facilities and equipment are properly maintained and licensed to create a clean and safe environment for clients and staff.

* Ensure full/complete implementation of agency Policies and Procedures, pertaining to abuse/neglect, client records and client complaints.

* Meet with education staff on a weekly basis to discuss classroom needs and concerns.

* Monitors and approves all class field trips.

* Provide classroom and bus coverage as needed.

* Promotes and supports the agency's Core Values on a daily basis. (Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation and Growth, Value of People and Effort and Commitment)

* Perform other duties assigned by the Supervisor.

• Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
• Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
• Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
• Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
• Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
• Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
• Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to cater to diverse learning needs, ensuring academic success for all students.
• Increased parent involvement with regular updates and open communication channels.
• Mentored new teachers to help them adapt quickly and effectively to their roles as educators.
• Developed a positive classroom environment through consistent communication, clear expectations, and mutual respect.
• Collaborated with colleagues for continuous improvement of teaching methods, resulting in higher student achievement levels and high CLASS scores.
• Established clear behavioral expectations and consistently enforced rules, fostering a structured yet nurturing atmosphere conducive to learning.
• Enhanced cultural diversity awareness by incorporating multicultural materials in the curriculum.
• Conducted comprehensive assessments of student progress, utilizing data-driven decision-making techniques to improve instructional approaches.
• Established positive relationships with students and families.
• Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
• Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
• Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
• Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
• Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
• Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
• Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
• Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
• Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
• Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
• Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
• Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
• Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
• Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
• Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
• Encouraged use of technology to support student learning.