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Cathy JOhnson

Benton,KY

Summary

Offers extensive knowledge of child development and education. Skilled in creating and managing programs to create safe, secure and nurturing environment for children. Experienced in successful staff management and program development. More than 30 years of experience working with young children.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Childcare Director

Kids In Training Enrichment Center
05.2018 - Current
  • Enhanced childcare quality by implementing innovative educational programs and activities.
  • Developed staff training programs for effective team collaboration and increased service excellence.
  • Established strong relationships with parents through open communication and regular updates on child progress.
  • Collaborated with local schools to coordinate seamless transitions for children entering kindergarten.
  • Mentored team members to foster professional growth and enhance overall staff performance.

Training Coordinator

Audubon Area Community Services
02.2016 - 12.2017

* Responsible for assisting centers in finding quality Early Childhood Education trainings for their staff.

*Responsible for creating and implementing trainings

*responsible for putting trainings in ECE-TRIS data base

Tri-County Head Start Supervisor

Tri-County Head Start
03.2015 - 07.2016
  • Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
  • Streamlined operations for increased efficiency through regular process reviews and implementing necessary changes.
  • Supervised four centers and was responsible for insuring that the directors at each center were following Head Start policies and procedures.
  • Additionally I was the director at one center as well.

Education

Master of Arts - Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education

Murray State University
Murray, KY
12.2001

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Murray State Universoty
Murray, KY
05.1994

Skills

  • Safety regulations compliance
  • Staff hiring
  • Curriculum Planning
  • Staff Management
  • Program assessment
  • Administrative Functions
  • Experience working with Special Needs Children

Certification

Teacher Certification in Interdisciplinary Early Childhood

Level five Early Childhood Training Certification

Certified in CPR/First Aide

Timeline

Childcare Director

Kids In Training Enrichment Center
05.2018 - Current

Training Coordinator

Audubon Area Community Services
02.2016 - 12.2017

Tri-County Head Start Supervisor

Tri-County Head Start
03.2015 - 07.2016

Master of Arts - Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education

Murray State University

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Murray State Universoty

Teacher Certification in Interdisciplinary Early Childhood

Level five Early Childhood Training Certification

Certified in CPR/First Aide

Cathy JOhnson