Cristina Chinavare
DeWitt,MI
Summary
Dedicated education professional with master's degree in administration and expertise helping young learners achieve education goals. Talented at building lasting relationships, partnering with others to meet objectives, and problem solving in difficult situations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Validator/Innovation Associate
Early Childhood Investment Corporation
12.2021 - Current
- Ensured customer satisfaction through timely resolution of discrepancies identified during validation process.
- Proposed development and testing improvements to positively impact usability, function and performance.
- Exceeded performance goals by consistently delivering accurate results under tight deadlines, demonstrating exceptional time-management skills and prioritization abilities.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for identification and resolution of validation issues.
- Produced and maintained technical documentation for project reference.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through development of innovative solutions.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Documented entire validation process, noting changes or alterations completed.
Director
Looking Glass Child Development Center
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Supervised and managed team of 25 childcare professionals to guarantee highest standards of care.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
- Evaluated staff and offered guidance to enhance knowledge, skills, and professional development to optimize learning environment.
- Assisted in hiring qualified childcare professionals who shared similar values of prioritizing children''s well-being above all else.
Director of Early Childhood Education
Wyandotte Public Schools
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Supervised and managed team of 40 childcare professionals to guarantee highest standards of care.
- Implemented a comprehensive emergency preparedness plan, improving overall safety measures within the facility.
- Modernized instructional plans and educational approaches to enhance student learning.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Increased enrollment numbers through targeted marketing efforts and community outreach initiatives.
- Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
- Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
- Evaluated staff and offered guidance to enhance knowledge, skills, and professional development to optimize learning environment.
- Resolved conflicts and administered corrective action to foster positive experience for children and staff.
- Furnished facility with supplies, equipment, food and materials to foster social and cognitive development.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Recruited, selected, and retained high-quality staff to reduce turnover and foster stability.
Great Start Readiness Program Lead Teacher
Lincoln Park Public Schools
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Operated and implemented program, and classroom of 18 students, as associated with requirements of State of Michigan Great Start Readiness Program.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Maintained accurate records of each child's progress throughout year using various documentation methods such as portfolios or tracking sheets.
- Organized special events like field trips, holiday celebrations, or guest speakers to enhance the educational experience for students while building a sense of community within the classroom.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
Education
M.A. Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Leadership and Administration
University of Michigan
Dearborn, MI08.2016
B.S. Elementary Education - Elementary Education in Reading and Integrated Science, Early Childhood Education
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI04.2011
Skills
- Customer Service
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Onboarding and Orientation
- Customer Relationship Management
- Managing Operations and Efficiency
- Staff Management
- Administration and Reporting
- Training and Development
- Budget Management
- Written Communication
References
Available Upon Request
Timeline
Validator/Innovation Associate
Early Childhood Investment Corporation
12.2021 - Current
Director
Looking Glass Child Development Center
01.2019 - 01.2020
Director of Early Childhood Education
Wyandotte Public Schools
01.2016 - 01.2019
Great Start Readiness Program Lead Teacher
Lincoln Park Public Schools
01.2012 - 01.2016
M.A. Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Leadership and Administration
University of Michigan
B.S. Elementary Education - Elementary Education in Reading and Integrated Science, Early Childhood Education
Eastern Michigan University
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