Charlene Story
Byron,GA
Summary
Early childhood education professional with nine years of combined experience in administrative roles and child care consulting. Specialized in Georgia Pre-K Grant requirements and operational guidelines, demonstrating a strong ability to enhance program compliance. Proven success in supporting child development initiatives with a focus on process improvement and team efficiency. Recognized for attention to detail and ability to multitask effectively in dynamic environments.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CCS Critical Response Unit Consultant
07.2019 - Current
- I worked with this unit from July 2019 until March of 2020.
- I covered the Albany Area in the Southwest Region conducting job duties as described above until the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Education Coordinator
Middle Georgia Community Action Agency
Warner Robins, GA
05.2016 - 07.2019
- Plans, formulates, and assesses goals, policies, and activities designed to implement educational objectives and performance standards.
- Guides in the Education Service Plan design, planning, development, and training.
- Review and update annually the Education Service Plan and corresponding Policies and Procedures; collaborates with policy council, parents, and staff on the development of the School Readiness Plan.
- Assist new staff in creating a Georgia Professional Development System.
- Assures existing teaching staff's profiles are kept current.
- Provides onsite instructional support, mentoring, and coaching to teachers through content focused Coaching staff.
- Ensures implementation of coaching strategies.
- Review and approve recommendations on materials and supplies related to specific teaching areas.
- Ensure assessments of all education staff to identify strengths, areas of needed support.
- Refer staff for intensive coaching as identified.
- Maintain personnel files on teaching staff to include Professional Development Plan, credential documentation, individual assessment reports, etc.
- Maintain a calendar of activities, meetings, various events for Head Start.
- Assist teachers and parents in developing strategies and techniques to help children with disabilities and/or challenging behaviors.
- Establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with local school systems.
- Attends meetings and trainings as required by the funding sources Work directly with teaching staff to ensure accurate child assessments are conducted, lesson plans are individualized to the child's particular need and child development services are if result in children meeting (exceeding) their developmental milestones.
- Ensures the implementation of research-based curriculum that aligns with Georgia Early Learning Standards, School Readiness and Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework.
- Assists teaching staff in the implementation and adaptation of curricula to the group and individual needs of children enrolled in program.
- Researches and provides recommendations on instructional materials and related equipment.
- Compiles Child Outcomes reports quarterly for review by Management, Policy Council and Board of Directors.
- Analyze ongoing child assessment data to measure improvement in child outcomes.
- Use data from child assessments to guide teaching staff.
- Conduct small group meetings.
- Was responsible for overseeing the Georgia Pre-K program by ensuring the Grants Requirements and operating guidelines were being met by the agency.
Primary Teacher
Middle Georgia Community Action Agency
Warner Robins, GA
01.1999 - 04.2016
- Observed and assessed student performance and kept thorough records of progress.
- Develop and implement daily lesson plans with daily schedule, following an approved curriculum approach.
- Set up and organize classrooms in a neat and orderly manner.
- Observe, assess, and record the behavior of all children assigned to classroom.
- Develop and maintain complete and concise records for each child.
- Develop and implement an Individual Program Plan (IPP) for each child.
- Implement IEP objective as required on children with disabilities.
- Make 2 required education home visits to the homes of parents or guardians of children assigned to classroom.
- Make 2 required staff parent conference per year.
- Maintain confidentiality always Assist in maintaining a safe and healthy learning environment for all children including special needs children.
Child Care Services Consultant (Southwest Region)
Bright from the Start: Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning
Atlanta, GA
- Consultant for 91 Providers (56 centers and 35 family)
- Conducts two regulatory visits annually that include a Licensing Study and a Monitoring Visit to ensure compliance with licensing requirements
- Conducts complaint investigations, amendment visits and follow-up visits when needed
- Cites rule violations and set time limits for compliance
- Provides answers to childcare questions and has knowledge of the state licensing rules and regulations for centers and home providers
- Provides professional consultation to childcare facilities centers and homes regarding program operations, professional services, and staff development to improve the quality of services
- Recommends changes and improvements in childcare facilities and home programs to maximize the enrichment and development of the children attending the facility
- Provides technical assistance when needed to ensure programs achieve compliance
- Recommends professional development courses to programs and assist in setting up profile in the Georgia Professional Development System
Education
Master of Art - Special Education
Ashford University
San Diego, CA10.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood
Ashford University
San Diego, CA03.2016
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood
East Georgia College
Swainsboro, GA05.1994
Skills
- Organized
- Excellent time management skills
- Critical Thinker
- Computer Skills
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Relationship building
- Decision-making
- Multitasking and organization
- Data analysis
- Effective communication
- Problem-solving strategies
Certification
Former CLASS Observer, not renewed, 2021, Experience observing Pre-K classrooms and knowledge of the three domains Emotional Support, Classroom Organization, and Instructional Support.
PLC Certification
PLC Certification
Additional Information
I am flexible and work well with others but also work efficiently with minimal supervision. Since becoming a CCS Consultant for Southwest, I have completed my visits each quarter and helped in other areas where needed within the Southwest or other regions. I am organized and manage my time effectively to ensure I get my work completed each day. I have experience with training and coaching staff at my previous job and completed the 60 hour PLC training the spring of 2022.
Timeline
CCS Critical Response Unit Consultant
07.2019 - Current
Education Coordinator
Middle Georgia Community Action Agency
05.2016 - 07.2019
Primary Teacher
Middle Georgia Community Action Agency
01.1999 - 04.2016
Child Care Services Consultant (Southwest Region)
Bright from the Start: Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning
Master of Art - Special Education
Ashford University
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood
Ashford University
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood
East Georgia College