Carla Keitlen
Evergreen,CO
Summary
Energetic Family Education Coordinator with superior collaboration skills. Known for representing the perspective of teachers as well as parents in developing policies and curricula. Offering 3 years in successful program development and management.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Education Coordinator
Mountain Resource Center
07.2022 - Current
- Fostered a sense of community among participating families by creating opportunities for networking, collaboration, and mutual support.
- Created curricula, research topics and conceptualized course format, subject matter and presentation.
- Developed an assessment system to evaluate students skills,curricula effectiveness, alter content and delivery to achieve student learning goals.
- Delivered private instruction to adult learners in variety of topics such as school readiness,social and emotional regulation of children and guidance techniques.
- Collaborated with educators to ensure alignment between in-school instruction and family-based learning opportunities.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, teachers, and community members to support student success.
- Collaborated with MRC agency departments to strengthen family education department's marketing, data needs and diversity in class offerings.
- Successfully, increased participating families by
- Mentored new Family Educators by sharing best practices and providing ongoing professional development opportunities.
Parents as Teachers Team Lead
Mountain Resource Center
06.2021 - 07.2022
- Enhanced overall team performance by providing regular coaching, feedback, and skill development opportunities.
- Facilitated positive interactions between children and their families by creating a welcoming atmosphere during supervised visits.
- Enhanced family visitation experiences by carefully planning and coordinating schedules for smooth transitions.
- Collaborated with social workers to address specific family needs, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all parties involved.
- Nominated for Parent Possible Leadership Award 2022
Circle of Children Development Committee
Illuminate
08.2019 - 08.2021
- Enhanced curriculum quality by conducting thorough research and integrating innovative instructional strategies.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, fostering a comprehensive learning experience for students.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of existing curricula, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary updates.
Family Education/Parents as Parents Educator
Mountain Resource Center
07.2013 - 07.2019
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to target areas of weakness and continuously improve student performance throughout the school year.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
Preschool Teacher
Wilmot Oreschool
08.1999 - 05.2019
- Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
- Improved student behavior by implementing effective classroom management strategies and establishing clear expectations for conduct.
- Assisted in the assessment of each student''s abilities, tailoring instruction to meet individual needs and learning styles.
- 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.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
Intertim Director
Wilmot Preschool
08.2013 - 11.2013
- Managed daily operations, ensuring efficient scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation for optimal program performance.
- Collaborate with director of another Jefferson County Preschool site to develop successful financial systems that operated in the absence of the director.
- Successfully navigated the Evergreen flooding crisis of 2013 which included the flooding of the school and staff and students inability to reach school.
- Developed strong parent-teacher relationships through effective communication and regular progress updates.
- Maintained compliance with state licensing regulations through diligent record keeping and routine inspections preparation.
- Resumed Interim Director duties again in 2015.
Education
Post Baccalaureate - Early Childhood Education
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CODirector Early Childhood Education Certificate - Early Childhood Education
Red Rocks Community College
Lakewood, CO08.2013
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration With Emphasis in Marketing
Ohio State University
Columbus, OH05.1987
Skills
- Resource Coordination
- Team Building
- Family Support
- Curriculum Development
- Classroom Management
Timeline
Family Education Coordinator
Mountain Resource Center
07.2022 - Current
Parents as Teachers Team Lead
Mountain Resource Center
06.2021 - 07.2022
Circle of Children Development Committee
Illuminate
08.2019 - 08.2021
Intertim Director
Wilmot Preschool
08.2013 - 11.2013
Family Education/Parents as Parents Educator
Mountain Resource Center
07.2013 - 07.2019
Preschool Teacher
Wilmot Oreschool
08.1999 - 05.2019
Post Baccalaureate - Early Childhood Education
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Director Early Childhood Education Certificate - Early Childhood Education
Red Rocks Community College
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration With Emphasis in Marketing
Ohio State University
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