Caroline Eckenrode
Martinsburg
Summary
Professional education leader prepared for high-impact roles in curriculum development. Adept at designing and implementing innovative educational programs that enhance student outcomes. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving measurable results. Skilled in curriculum design, instructional leadership, and strategic planning. Flexible and reliable, able to adapt to changing needs and priorities effectively.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Curriculum
Maybrook Hills Daycare
03.2025 - Current
- Developed a comprehensive curriculum framework, ensuring alignment with state standards and best practices.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to identify areas of improvement within the curriculum and adjust accordingly.
- Provided ongoing professional development opportunities for faculty members, supporting their growth as educators and leaders.
- Streamlined curriculum design process for improved efficiency, resulting in more time for teacher support and development.
- Spearheaded initiatives aimed at integrating technology into classrooms, enhancing learning experiences for students across all grade levels.
- Established clear performance expectations for faculty members and provided constructive feedback to support ongoing improvement.
- Collaborated with faculty, staff and students to identify and address institutional challenges.
- Devised programs to promote diversity and inclusion among staff, faculty and students.
- Conferred with educators to rebalance classes, increase resource utilization, and integrate new technology.
Assistant Director
Maybrook Hills Daycare
11.2023 - Current
- Streamlined communication between teachers, parents, and administrators to foster a collaborative learning environment.
- Implemented effective conflict resolution strategies for resolving issues among faculty members or between students.
- Mentored new teachers through observation, feedback, and professional development opportunities.
- Assisted the Director in developing innovative programs to improve students'' academic performance and retention rate.
- Ensured compliance with state education standards by regularly reviewing curriculum materials and teaching practices.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating real-life examples and hands-on activities in lesson plans.
- Streamlined report generation processes, improving accessibility to critical business insights for decision-making.
- Led task force to address and resolve critical operational issues, restoring service levels and customer satisfaction.
- Boosted staff morale and performance through implementation of comprehensive training and professional development program.
- Increased operational efficiency, reviewing and optimizing departmental workflows.
- Boosted departmental performance, establishing clear metrics and accountability standards.
Lead Infant/Lead Toddler Teacher
Maybrook Hills Daycare
08.2023 - Current
- Created a nurturing classroom environment that supported the social-emotional growth of young learners.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, resulting in increased involvement in their children''s education.
- Increased child engagement with creative lesson plans tailored to individual needs and interests.
- Established routines and procedures that promoted a sense of orderliness, predictability, and security for toddlers.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Developed strong rapport with each student by understanding their unique personalities, strengths, challenges, goals.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
Head Lifeguard
Hershberger Memorial Pool
05.2015 - 09.2024
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Trained and managed team of lifeguards on pool safety and risk management protocols.
- Provided customer service and responded to inquiries and complaints for optimal guest satisfaction.
- Enhanced swimmer safety by enforcing pool rules and regulations consistently.
- Performed pool tests, recorded results and adjusted chemical levels to reach appropriate measurements.
- Improved swimmer satisfaction with proactive monitoring and swift assistance in distress situations.
- Conducted swim tests and assessments, placing individuals in appropriate training levels for skill development.
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss operational challenges, leading to enhanced collaboration and problem-solving.
- Enhanced guest experience by providing informative sessions on water safety and swimming techniques.
Bowling Attendant
Morrison's Cove Memorial Park
09.2018 - 05.2023
- Handled cash transactions accurately while maintaining strong attention to detail during busy periods of operation.
- Assisted customers with lane set-up, shoe rental, and equipment selection for optimal performance.
- Ensured smooth transitions between groups by efficiently resetting lanes and managing waitlists.
- Fostered positive relationships with regular customers through attentive service delivery that catered specifically to their needs on each visit.
- Created a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers enthusiastically upon arrival and thanking them as they left the establishment.
- Collaborated with the foodservice team to provide seamless dining experiences for guests at their lanes.
- Assisted management with various administrative tasks, such as scheduling employee shifts and maintaining accurate records of daily transactions.
- Greeted guests and attended to related needs.
- Responded to guest inquiries and service issues.
- Constructed displays and easy-to-read signage to help guests navigate attractions area.
- Monitored guests and enforced rules, maintaining safety for visitors and staff.
- Supervised gameplay and monitored guests' actions to prevent theft.
- Engaged safety devices and monitored attraction during operation to reduce safety risks.
- Performed troubleshooting and routine maintenance to keep equipment in optimal working condition.
Snack Bar Employee
Hershberger Memorial Pool
05.2014 - 09.2016
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Assisted management in creating promotional materials for upcoming events or specials at the snack bar.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on snack bar equipment, identifying issues before they escalated into costly repairs.
- Provided excellent customer service, resolving complaints promptly and professionally.
- Used cash register to tender change and process cash and credit card payments.
- Efficiently managed inventory levels to minimize waste and maximize product availability for customers.
- Prepared quality products while maintaining proper food safety practices, portion control, and presentation within service goal times.
- Maintained clean and tidy service area by scrubbing and polishing counters, steaming tables and cleaning glasses and dishes.
- Loaded perishable items into climate-controlled coolers to prevent food spoilage.
- Trained numerous new employees and volunteers to operate cash register and properly prepare food.
Education
Minor - Human Development Family Studies
Penn State Altoona
Altoona, PA08-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Integrative Arts Studying Dance
Penn State Altoona
Altoona, PA05-2023
Skills
- Time management
- Decision-making
- Task prioritization
- Organization
- Goal setting
- Curriculum development
- Student assessment
Certification
- Child Development Associate certificate
- CPR certified
Timeline
Director of Curriculum
Maybrook Hills Daycare
03.2025 - Current
Assistant Director
Maybrook Hills Daycare
11.2023 - Current
Lead Infant/Lead Toddler Teacher
Maybrook Hills Daycare
08.2023 - Current
Bowling Attendant
Morrison's Cove Memorial Park
09.2018 - 05.2023
Head Lifeguard
Hershberger Memorial Pool
05.2015 - 09.2024
Snack Bar Employee
Hershberger Memorial Pool
05.2014 - 09.2016
Minor - Human Development Family Studies
Penn State Altoona
Bachelor of Arts - Integrative Arts Studying Dance
Penn State Altoona
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