Christine Houskeeper
Fort Bridger,WY
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Evanston Child Development Center, excelling in team management and strategic planning. Cultivated high-performing teams through mentorship and innovative approaches, enhancing employee engagement and retention. Strong communicator dedicated to fostering positive relationships and driving continuous improvement in educational environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
Evanston Child Development Center
01.2021 - Current
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
Teacher
Evanston Child Development Center
08.2013 - 01.2021
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05-2012
Skills
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- People management
- Team management
- Creativity and innovation
- Strategies and goals
- Staff development
- Goal setting
- Issues resolution
- Hiring and retention
- Charismatic leader
Timeline
Director
Evanston Child Development Center
01.2021 - Current
Teacher
Evanston Child Development Center
08.2013 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Western Governors University
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