Daniel Brown
Laurel,MD
Summary
Highly energetic and experienced early child educator with strong background in both education and administration. Able to manage both a large staff and large groups of children. An experienced community-driven educator comfortable participating in program-related meetings including parent meetings all-staff meetings and meetings with the school managers. Well-versed in creating developmentally appropriate child-centered group activities with children daily.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Training and Curriculum Specialist
Naval Support Activity Bethesda Child Development Center
06.2018 - Current
- Orients new employees to the whole CYP system and provides them with basic information that can be applied in all settings
- Works with CYP Directors to establish training plans and schedules for employee and provider training
- Arranges for total CYP training opportunities, including training of management, administration, food service, and direct staff
- Provides training that is appropriate for and tailored to the age group of the children and youth with whom the CYP employees and CDH providers work
- Executes the Department of Navy (DoN) Standardized Module Training, provides initial and ongoing annual training, and ensures training is available to support career progression
- Arranges for subject matter experts to conduct/support specialized training
- Ensures completion and documentation of required monthly training
- Works with CY Program Assistants to ensure modules are completed
- Identifies additional training needs
- Maintains training records and individual development plans
- Prepares training status reports and recommendations to supervisors and notifies CYP Directors of employees' and providers' training status and performance
- Develops programs that encourage and support the pursuit of continuing higher education by documenting requirements for completion of the Child Development Associate (CDA) or the Military School-Age Credential (MSA), and providing information, assistance and guidance to employees and providers who are seeking college-level classes to meet their professional goals
- Assists the CDH Director and CDH Monitor(s) to encourage providers to become accredited
- Develops a working relationship with local colleges, universities and professional organizations and advises employees/providers about continuing avenues of professional development.
- Conduct Interviews for new Employees that come into the program
- Writing Individual Development Plans for teachers and work with them on there goals.
- Order materials and making sure to maintain budget's
Lead Child Youth Program Assistant
Naval Support Activity Bethesda Child Development Center
06.2018 - 12.2021
- Independently researched and created the curriculum for all staff to follow while children were present in the program
- Participated in strategic planning and works toward successful completion of annual goals and objectives for programs
- Assists lower-level employees in completing the Standardized Module Training
- Assists the Training and Curriculum (T&C) Specialist in helping lower- level CY Program Assistants translate professional development training into practice by mentoring, guiding, and role-modeling
- Plan, coordinate, and conduct activities for program participants based on observed needs of individual children; systematically plan and implement special events and activities that stimulated the mental, physical, social, emotional and cognitive development and needs of young children
- Plans activities for program participants based on observed needs of individual children and youth
- Continually reviews activities and plans for appropriateness
- Works with T&C Specialist, supervisor, and the CY Program Assistants to implement activities and special events that meet the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs of children and youth
- Observes children and youth and documents developmental progression and/or concerns and uses the information in planning
- Assists CY Program Assistants with assessment tasks when needed
- Participates in program evaluation using designated instruments such as programmatic rating scales, risk assessment tools (as required), self-inspection materials, and national accreditation tools
- Ensures assigned area achieves and maintains standards for DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalents ent
- Ensures compliance with law, policies, and regulations applicable to DoD CY programs
- Scheduling for staff members in the classroom to make sure ratios met that meet the policies and procedures of the program.
Educational Aide
Kennedy Krieger Institution
03.2018 - 05.2018
- Assists in planning, coordinating, and conducting activities based on observed needs of individual children/youth
- Complete instructional related duties as assigned, including preparing, organizing, and utilizing materials to develop skills in academic and behavioral areas for all students
- Ensures compliance with corporate policies and procedures, ethical practices, and the guidelines of government and accrediting organizations
- Maintains expertise in subject area in order to provide students with current trends and to recommend improvements in curriculum design
- Carry out instructional programs for students according to their IEP while implementing instruction and assessment in relation to Maryland core learning goals
- Assist with the implementation of instruction and assessment in relation to the Maryland VSC, Core Learning Goals, SFS, Content Standards, and/or Industry Standards
- Implement all protocols, behavioral plans, and crisis procedures according to trained procedures
- Maintain a safe environment for students and staff, utilizing safe and effective behavior management strategies
- Participate in team and classroom meetings as assigned
- Assist with the implementation of technology in instructional design and delivery.
Child and Youth Program Assistant
U.S Army Child, Youth & School Services
05.2014 - 10.2017
- Provided care and supervision to youth in direct compliance with the Department of Defense, Military and local policies and guidelines
- Established an environment to sustain interest and promote positive interactions between children, youth, and adults
- Learned the importance of following rules and regulations while interacting with children using approved guidance and development techniques
- Completes designated training requirements and records and tracks completed training on own Individual Development Plan (IDP)
- Take phone calls and respond to the program needs
- Prepares necessary daily, weekly, and monthly reports in compliance with reporting policies and procedures and ensures they are submitted in a timely manner
- Notifies supervisor of any difficulty and informs supervisor of any issues/problems that cannot be resolved
- Provides front desk coverage, logs children in and out of facility and informs and answers questions regarding programs and services, patron financial obligations, waiting lists, events and policies and procedures
- Maintained daily written and verbal feedback accounts with parents concerning their child's progress as well as scheduling and carrying out conference sessions
- Trained and oversaw recent Youth Program Assistant employees in my classroom and confirmed their ability to manage and care for children.
Camp Counselor
Garrett College
06.2010 - 06.2011
- Design and implement weekly schedule, activities, and programming for camp group
- Taught the fundamentals of basketball to a group of children ages 5 - 12, including ball handling, drills, plays, scrimmages, and strategies
- Identify and respond to camper behavioral issues, and report concerns to camp leadership
- Communicate with parents regarding participant experiences and expectations
- Maintain accurate program records, including incident reports, logs, and daily attendance reports
- Planned, coordinated, and executed activities while guiding campers in personal growth and daily living skills
- Assisted in direction and supervision of campers in their living unit and during activities while championing program initiatives and camp mission
- Monitored scouts' attendance and performance toward merit badge requirements; awarded merit badges.
Adjunct Faculty Early Childhood Development
University of Potomac
05.2024 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of student performance data to inform instructional decision-making processes effectively.
- Improved curriculum alignment by collaborating with colleagues to share best teaching practices and resources.
- Supported diverse learners by differentiating instruction and providing accommodations as needed.
- Contributed to school improvement initiatives by participating in professional development workshops related to early childhood education trends and research.
- Encouraged creativity and self-expression through various art projects, music activities, and dramatic play experiences.
Education
Bachelors Early Childhood Education -
The University of Arizona Global Campus
Masters In Early Childhood Leadership -
The University of Arizona Global Campus
01.2023
Associate in Applied Science (AA) Juvenile Justice -
Garrett College
12.2015
Skills
- Communication skills
- Planning and instruction
- Decision-making
- Problem-solving
- Analytical
- Compassion and empathy
- Organizational
- Leadership
- Microsoft Office
Accomplishmentsandawards
- Functional Areas December 2015
- Friendliest Counselor of the School Year 2015
- Rookie Counselor of the Year Award 2014/2015
- Accreditation Award December 2015
Clearancelevel
Secret
Timeline
Adjunct Faculty Early Childhood Development
University of Potomac
05.2024 - Current
Training and Curriculum Specialist
Naval Support Activity Bethesda Child Development Center
06.2018 - Current
Lead Child Youth Program Assistant
Naval Support Activity Bethesda Child Development Center
06.2018 - 12.2021
Educational Aide
Kennedy Krieger Institution
03.2018 - 05.2018
Child and Youth Program Assistant
U.S Army Child, Youth & School Services
05.2014 - 10.2017
Camp Counselor
Garrett College
06.2010 - 06.2011
Bachelors Early Childhood Education -
The University of Arizona Global Campus
Masters In Early Childhood Leadership -
The University of Arizona Global Campus
Associate in Applied Science (AA) Juvenile Justice -
Garrett College