Clarissa Sullivan
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
I grew up in New York and moved to Virginia in 2017. Growing up, I always knew I wanted to be in the teaching field. In high school I attended Richard R. Green High School of Teaching. Upon graduating high school, I took some early childhood education classes which resulted in me receiving my Preschool Endorsement as well as a Career Studies Certificate in Child Development. I'm a hard working individual and dedicated to running an effective program!
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director
Deep Creek Academy
03.2019 - Current
- Established school policies and communicated to staff and parents for well-coordinated and high-quality daily operations.
- Implemented school policies, procedures, and systems to promote safe and healthy environment in compliance with state standards.
- Supervised teaching staff and resolved issues.
- Hired and trained new preschool employees.
- Provided training and professional development for teachers.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Resolved conflicts and administered corrective action to foster positive experience for children and staff.
- Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
- Schedule work hours for teachers.
- Be aware of and operate within the budget and obtain quotes for capital expenditures.
Administrative Assistant
Deep Creek Academy
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Assisted the Director of the program.
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Deep Creek Academy
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Assisted teacher
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
Sales Associate
JC Penney
06.2010 - 10.2016
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
Education
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
Tidewater Community College
Norfolk, VAHigh School Diploma -
Richard R Green High School Of Teaching
New York, NY06.2010
Skills
- Operations Management
- Business Administration
- Faculty Supervision
- School Administration
- Punctual and Dependable
- Staff Supervision
- Decision-Making
- Strong Work Ethic
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
Timeline
Assistant Director
Deep Creek Academy
03.2019 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Deep Creek Academy
08.2017 - 08.2019
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Deep Creek Academy
08.2017 - 08.2019
Sales Associate
JC Penney
06.2010 - 10.2016
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
Tidewater Community College
High School Diploma -
Richard R Green High School Of Teaching
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