Dawn Gentile
Shirley,NY
Summary
Established Child Care Administrator with 15 years of child care management experience and formal education. Accountable for operation of facility while complying with NYS regulations. Consistently balances needs of children with business needs resulting in year over year financial growth.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Director
Colonial Youth And Family
09.2023 - Current
- Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve objectives.
- Designed or used assessments to monitor student learning outcomes.
- Conferred and resolved education-related issues and problems with students, parents and school officials.
UPK Teacher
Colonial Youth And Family
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
Daycare Director
Colonial Youth And Family Services
03.2015 - 09.2016
- Brought center into full compliance with licensing and safety regulations for fire and disaster preparedness, Department of Public Health codes.
- Conducted trainings and mentored staff, consistently improving performance.
- Managed, observed and evaluated lead teachers and teacher assistants.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
After/Before Care Center Director
Colonial Youth and Family Services
01.2005 - 02.2015
- Responsible for the daily operations of the daycare center
- Ensured a safe and educational environment for young children
- Managing staff
- Develop curricula in coordination with teachers
- Communicate with parents
- Uphold the organizations reputation.
- Cultivated and strengthened relationships with children and families.
- Kept facility in compliance with all applicable standards and laws.
Education
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05.2025
BA in Psychology -
Dowling College
05.2004
Skills
- Program Evaluation
- Conflict Resolution
- Budget Management
- Academic Advising
- Performance Assessment
- Classroom Management
- Collaborative Learning
- Staff Supervision
- Professional Development
- Policy Implementation
- Policies and Procedures Enforcement
Timeline
Educational Director
Colonial Youth And Family
09.2023 - Current
UPK Teacher
Colonial Youth And Family
10.2021 - 06.2022
Daycare Director
Colonial Youth And Family Services
03.2015 - 09.2016
After/Before Care Center Director
Colonial Youth and Family Services
01.2005 - 02.2015
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University
BA in Psychology -
Dowling College
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