Clare Burns

• Responsible for the daily planning, execution and supervision of the curriculum, including all activities, experiences and opportunities during the regular school day and for lunch/aftercare and summer camp programs
• Ensured compliance with all applicable licensing requirements and health and safety regulations, including documenting and scheduling regular safety drills
• Attended monthly meetings and created professional development opportunities for parents and staff to strengthen and support their understanding of the Regio Emilia Philosophy.
• Developed an Atelier where children had the opportunity to work in small groups on projects of their choosing.
• Mentored parents throughout the workday modeling appropriate teaching techniques and promoting child directed, play based learning.
• Collaborated with teachers and parents to plan and implement an emergent, inquiry based curriculum, including creating inviting indoor and outdoor environments.
• Documented children's work to make learning visible to parents through photographs, written observations and monthly newsletters.
• Met with teachers and parents at the end of each day to answer questions, get feedback on their experience and reflect on what we had observed.

• Worked collaboratively with co-teachers to open a Reggio Inspired classroom of 18 children aged 2 - 5 years.
• Created ever-evolving indoor and outdoor environments including an Atelier and outdoor classroom.
• Developed small group activities and project work opportunities to support children's emerging interests and ideas.
• Utilized documentation and group discussions to encourage children to reflect on their work .
• Established a focus on Environmental Responsibility; working together with children to deepen our understanding of the world around us, build awareness of our natural resources, and develop respect for all living things. This included working towards a zero waste environment, composting, planting trees, finding ways to conserve water and caring for goats and chickens
• Mentored students from Santa Rosa Junior College and Sonoma State. Worked collaboratively to develop lesson plans and activities, provided feedback and supported their understanding of child led, play-based learning environments and Reggio Approach.

• Coordinated reopening of the school for 2020/2021 school year including writing health and safety protocols and training staff to prevent the spread of COVID 19.
• Mentored staff in understanding of play-based learning and Reggio Approach; including observation, documentation and reflective practices.
• Collaborated with staff to develop meaningful curriculum; building on the interests and ideas of the children.
• Established literacy based Anti-Bias Focus to introduce children concepts of race, diversity, and respect.
• Conducted regular zoom meeting with families to ensure supportive relationships and strengthen home/school connection.
• Worked closely with Executive Director to develop and implement ongoing training, reflective assessments, and professional development opportunities for staff.

• Responsible for daily operations of a State Funded program located on the Two Rock Elementary campus serving Coast Guard Families
• Supervised a teacher and class of 16 children aged 2 - 5
• Developed Reggio Inspired curriculum, conducted regular observations, documentations and assessments as required by the state and maintained records in accordance with licensing requirements.
• Wrote a monthly newsletter designed to inform families and support their understanding of child development.
• Worked with North Bay Regional to support children with special needs, including coordinating support staff and attending IEP meetings.
• Partnered with Two Rock Principal to write $5000 grant to develop the playground into an outdoor classroom. This space was designed to support STARS preschoolers as well as the Two Rock Kindergarten/TK program and their Special Needs Program.

• Supervised opening and continuing operations of two Early Head Start sites (24 infants and toddlers aged 6 weeks - 3 years) applying principles of Positive Discipline, RIE, PITC and Reggio Emilia.
• Used reflective supervision techniques to mentor and support staff at all levels.
• Created and implemented training and professional development opportunities to support continued growth.
• Facilitated team building by establishing guidelines to support clear communication and shared decision making.
• Participated in recruiting, interviewing and placing staff in Early Head Start Sites across Marin County.

• Worked with a team of educators in a Reggio Emilia Inspired class of 18-21 children. Children began in the Two's classroom and then moved with their Primary Care teacher each year.
• Designed environments and developed child-led curriculum designed to provoke ideas, elevate thinking and encourage children's interests.
• Partnered with families to co-ordinate facility maintenance and improvements, and build community engagement.
• Co-wrote and edited a weekly news letter and collaborated with co-workers in building Reggio Inspired provocations and project work based on children's ideas.
• Participated in weekly professional development opportunities designed to build knowledge of the Reggio Emilia Approach. (Project work/Loose Parts/Working with an Atelierista)

• Responsible for daily operations involved in running a play-based state funded preschool/parent co-op.
• Received a 5 star QRIS rating
• Completed state required paperwork including attendance, meal counts, staff/child/program assessments, grant writing
• Created Family and Staff Handbook and developed policies for health and safety, family involvement, and protecting a child's right to play.
• Led weekly staff meetings and trainings, facilitated monthly Parent Co-op Family meetings, attended monthly board meetings and organized annual fundraiser/silent auction
• Designed indoor and outdoor environments utilizing natural, open ended materials to appeal to the senses and enhance children's learning and discovery.

I worked as a teachers aid and parent board member while my son attended school (2003-2005) I was then hired as an associate teacher and Board Liaison; leading family education and engagement events and supervising parent co-op volunteers. (2005-2008). I left to work full time and attend college. I was asked to return as Site Supervisor in 2012.