BETH GACHOWSKI
Summary
Experienced educator prepared for college teaching, with a strong background in academic research, curriculum development, and student mentorship. Focus on team collaboration and achieving results ensures adaptability to changing academic environments. Skilled in classroom instruction, scholarly writing, and fostering positive learning atmosphere. Known for reliability and ability to drive educational success through innovative teaching methods and collaborative projects.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Director/Preschool Teacher
Arundel Children's Garden
06.2020 - Current
- Oversee the operations of an early learning center for children ages birth to five
- Hire and supervise early childhood educators
- Maintain compliance with State licensing regulations
- Plan and Implement Developmentally Appropriate Curriculum for children ages three to five
Mentoring Teacher
University of New Hampshire
08.2007 - 08.2018
- Worked with pre-service teachers in a laboratory school setting
- Developed individual coaching plans with specific goals and areas for growth based on classroom observations
- Monitored the planning and implementation of preschool lessons by pre-service teachers
- Lead pre and post sessions to provide feedback
- Organized and lead activities to promote physical, cognitive, language and social development in two to four year olds
Director
The Children's Center
08.2001 - 01.2007
- Oversaw the daily operations of a large childcare program
- Monitored compliance with state and NAEYC standards
- Hired, mentored and monitored qualified staff
- Planned and conducted professional development experiences for staff
- Mentored and supervised preservice teachers from local high school and college
- Developed an annual budget
Education
Master's - Early Childhood Education
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CABachelor's - Speech Pathology and Audiology
Boston University
Boston, MAEd.D - Early Childhood Education
National University
San Diego, CA03.2025
Skills
- Coaching of Early Childhood Teachers
- Teaching Children ages birth to five
- CLASS 2nd Edition Observer Pre-K-3rd Certification
- Verbal and written communication
- Relationship building
- Small business operations
Accomplishments
Two-time presenter at the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
Presenter at the Maine Association for the Education of Young Children.
Timeline
Owner/Director/Preschool Teacher
Arundel Children's Garden
06.2020 - Current
Mentoring Teacher
University of New Hampshire
08.2007 - 08.2018
Director
The Children's Center
08.2001 - 01.2007
Master's - Early Childhood Education
San Francisco State University
Bachelor's - Speech Pathology and Audiology
Boston University
Ed.D - Early Childhood Education
National University
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