Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Practica
Community Involvement
References
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Colleen Reedy

Churchville,PA

Summary

Educational leader with a strong background in curriculum design and community engagement, enhancing student assessment processes and learning environments. Expertise in staff development and school administration, driving strategic initiatives that empower staff, students, and families. Proven ability to foster academic excellence while ensuring safe and nurturing learning environments. Highly skilled in early childhood education, with a focus on maintaining state licensing requirements and delivering high-quality educational programs. Focused School Director promoting expertise successfully working with students and teachers at a school. Courteous and cordial with a desire to take on challenges at a new company.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

School Director

Solebury United Methodist Children's Learning Cent
New Hope, PA
06.2003 - Current
  • Oversaw daily operations for 45 students in church-based preschool, ensuring compliance with standards.
  • Reported to church board and actively participated in monthly meetings.
  • Planned and implemented curriculum aligned with Pennsylvania Early Learning Standards.
  • Served as primary contact for general public and families considering enrollment.
  • Conducted informative tours to promote facility and programs.
  • Prepare for inspections and ensured compliance with all regulatory agencies to maintain licensure by the Department of Education and the Department of Health and Human Services.
  • Managed student accounts using Brightwheel system, ensuring accuracy in processing.
  • Managed the school Facebook account, and the school website.
  • Handled all advertising for the program.
  • Coordinated recruitment processes for qualified faculty and staff positions.
  • Supervise teachers, support staff, and conduct yearly performance appraisals.
  • Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations and review of lesson plans.
  • Organized special events such as open houses, conferences, and field trips.
  • Approve time records and submit to bookkeeper.
  • Coordinate fundraising events, document, and administer funds from events.
  • Partnered with the local school district to ensure that students were adequately prepared for the transition to kindergarten.
  • Created budgets for personnel, materials, supplies, equipment, services, and other resources needed for successful program operation.
  • Served in the dual capacity of teacher and director teaching both Pre-School and Pre-Kindergarten and afternoon enrichment classes.

Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

The Learning Depot
Trenton, NJ
08.2002 - 06.2003
  • Structured and implemented lessons across all subject areas to prepare children for kindergarten.
  • Administered Brigance Tests to assess student readiness for school.
  • Wrote yearly progress reports and consulted with parents to enhance student learning outcomes.
  • Planned and facilitated graduation ceremony, showcasing student achievements.
  • Followed Board of Education Core Curriculum Standards to maintain educational quality.
  • Utilized computers and learning centers to foster interactive learning experiences.
  • Employed hands-on approaches to engage students in active learning.
  • Worked within Abbott program, adhering to established guidelines for effective education.

Kindergarten Teacher

Crossroads Country Day School
Warrington, PA
09.2001 - 06.2002
  • Structured and implemented lessons across all subjects to prepare students for first grade.
  • Administered Metropolitan tests to assess student progress.
  • Compiled yearly progress reports and maintained comprehensive portfolios of student work.
  • Fostered a stimulating learning environment promoting classroom discussion and problem-solving.
  • Incorporated learning centers and computer resources to enhance educational experience.

Pre-School Teacher

Justice Juniors
Trenton, NJ
08.2000 - 09.2001
  • Responsible for effective management and education of children ages three to five in a class of 15.
  • Developed and implemented thematic lessons to meet the needs of the children.
  • Facilitated group field trips.
  • Wrote proposals for funding from the school's parent board.
  • Served as Director in the Director's absence.

School Director

Just Children Child Care Center
Trevose, PA
09.1997 - 09.2000
  • Fully accountable for daily operations and academic activities in a pre-school daycare setting that supports 55 students, reporting directly to the owners.
  • Responsible for the curriculum planning and management of its implementation.
  • Conduct informative and persuasive tours of the facility.
  • Serve as a point of contact for the general public and families of potential students.
  • Plan field trips, special activities, and parent-teacher conferences.
  • Process accounts receivable for student fees, and manage the childcare subsidy program.
  • Order supplies, snacks, and furniture for the school.
  • Approve time records and submit payroll to the bookkeeper.
  • Supervise teachers, support staff, and conduct monthly staff meetings. Conduct performance appraisals.
  • Prepare for inspections and ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies to maintain licensure by the Department of Education and the Department of Public Welfare.
  • Organize fundraisers, document, and administer funds received.
  • Successfully wrote and received a $10,000 grant.
  • Served in the dual capacity of teacher and director from January 1999 to September 2000.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Penn State University
University Park, Pennsylvania
01.1992

Skills

  • Staff development
  • Curriculum design
  • Student assessment
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Strategic planning
  • Community engagement
  • Conflict resolution
  • Team building
  • Parent collaboration
  • Fundraising
  • Special education
  • School communications
  • Staff relationships
  • Parent communication
  • Accreditation compliance

Certification

  • PA Private and Academic Certification

Practica

  • Buckingham Elementary School, Buckingham PA 15 weeks student teaching first grade
  • Highland Elementary School, Lewistown, PA 6 weeks pre-student teaching first grade
  • Churchville Elementary School Churchville, PA 40 hours teachers aid

Community Involvement

  • Member of Bucks County Association for Young Children
  • Member of Bucks County Faith Based Directors Group

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

School Director

Solebury United Methodist Children's Learning Cent
06.2003 - Current

Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

The Learning Depot
08.2002 - 06.2003

Kindergarten Teacher

Crossroads Country Day School
09.2001 - 06.2002

Pre-School Teacher

Justice Juniors
08.2000 - 09.2001

School Director

Just Children Child Care Center
09.1997 - 09.2000

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Penn State University