Brenda Burke
Moon Township,PA
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in educational and sales roles, notably as a Child Care Center Director at Carol Leone Child Care Center. Excelled in creating engaging learning environments and implementing effective marketing strategies. Skilled in behavior management and verbal communication, consistently enhancing student engagement and customer satisfaction.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Thirty-One Gifts Independent Consultant
Thirty-One Gifts
02.2022 - Current
- Planned and executed sales events in both online and in-person formats.
- Liaised with customers, management, and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
- Collaborated with teams to define, strategize, and implement marketing and web strategies.
- Maintained a social media platform to market products and effectively communicate with customers.
- Regularly used live online demonstrations to share products via social media.
K-12 Substitute Teacher
Kelly Services
09.2019 - 06.2022
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Child Care Center Director
Carol Leone Child Care Center
01.2013 - 09.2019
- Evaluated staff and offered guidance to enhance knowledge, skills, and professional development to optimize learning environment.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
- Recruited, selected, and retained high-quality staff to reduce turnover and foster stability.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
Child Care Center Assistant Director
Carol Leone Child Care Center
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
- Planned and monitored curriculum and program activities and liaised with teachers to create fun and engaging learning experiences.
- Supervised and managed team of childcare professionals to guarantee highest standards of care.
- Stayed current on guidelines to maintain compliant program operations.
Child Care Center Teacher
Carol Leone Child Care Center
09.2000 - 01.2012
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
K-12 Substitute Teacher
North Hills Substitute Consortium
08.1999 - 09.2000
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
Education
Master of Arts - Education Curriculum And Instruction
California University of PA
California, PA05-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary And Early Childhood Education
Carlow University
Pittsburgh05-1999
Skills
- Special Needs Support
- Student Engagement
- Instructional Strategies
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Student Tutoring
- Verbal and written communication
- Behavior Management
- Positive Reinforcement
Accomplishments
- Achieved a Professional Development Specialist Credential with the National Child Development Association (CDA).
- Achieved a Child Care Director's Credential with PA Keys.
Certification
- Licensed PA Teacher Certification in Early Childhood (Birth-Pre-K) and Elementary Education (K-6).
Timeline
Thirty-One Gifts Independent Consultant
Thirty-One Gifts
02.2022 - Current
K-12 Substitute Teacher
Kelly Services
09.2019 - 06.2022
Child Care Center Director
Carol Leone Child Care Center
01.2013 - 09.2019
Child Care Center Assistant Director
Carol Leone Child Care Center
01.2012 - 01.2013
Child Care Center Teacher
Carol Leone Child Care Center
09.2000 - 01.2012
K-12 Substitute Teacher
North Hills Substitute Consortium
08.1999 - 09.2000
- Licensed PA Teacher Certification in Early Childhood (Birth-Pre-K) and Elementary Education (K-6).
Master of Arts - Education Curriculum And Instruction
California University of PA
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary And Early Childhood Education
Carlow University
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