Desiree Currier
Early Childhood Educator
299 Sinsabaugh Rd,NY
Summary
My 25 years of experience in both the instructional and administrative aspects of early childhood education make me an ideal candidate for this position. The skills I have acquired as a teacher, director, and daycare owner/operator will be of immeasurable value to my employer, while my energy, empathy and enthusiasm will offer a tangible personal benefit to the community. I am a Passionate creator of inspiring learning environments for children. I am a Dynamic experienced leader in all facets of early childhood education. I have an ability to motivate staff with uplifting activities and challenges as well as an ability to foster growth by identifying strengths and uniqueness in others.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
Heartworks, Steamworks, Loveworks
WillIston, VT
06.2020 - Current
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences on children's school adjustment, academic progress, and classroom behavior.
- Organized activities to promote physical, mental and social development of each child.
- Maintained secure and disciplined classroom to provide positive learning environment.
- Selected optimal curricula and planned daily lessons to meet needs of children with various developmental levels.
SCHOOL DIRECTOR
Heartworks, Steamworks, Loveworks
Burlington, VT
10.2016 - 06.2020
- Cultivated dynamic relationships with students, parents and guardians by serving as school resource.
- Facilitated staff meetings to convey policy changes and hear employee input.
- Visited classrooms to evaluate teacher instructional techniques as part of annual evaluation cycle.
- Determined allocations of funds for classroom supplies and materials, authorizing purchases.
- Cultivated positive relationships with parents and staff to facilitate school operations and student success.
- Conferred with parents and staff to discuss educational activities, policies and student behavior or learning problems.
- Evaluated curricula, teaching methods and programs to determine effectiveness and compliance with local regulations.
- Oversaw day-to-day work of classroom teachers, administrative staff and school personnel to expertly serve students' needs and meet district and state standards.
- Planned and led professional development activities for teachers, administrators and support staff.
DIRECTOR-OWNER
DIRECTOR-OWNER, Tiny Hearts Nursery School
Essex Junction, VT
09.2012 - 10.2016
- Provided safe, clean, nurturing learning environment for children ages 8 weeks to 4 years old
- Created and implemented activitie
- Managed staff, financials and key performa indicators to facilitate business operations.
- Hired, trained, motivated staff to create a loving and safe environment for children.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
TEACHER
HEARTWORKS, steamworks, Loveworks
Williston, VT
11.2006 - 11.2012
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
- Utilized behavior management skills to foster environment conducive to student learning.
- Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
- Ensured health, safety, and quality of education for all children in the school
- Directly responsible for overall operational management in accordance with state regulations, including curriculum and staff development
- Hired, trained, and supervised childcare staff.
Education
Bachelor of Science Early ED. Degree - Education
Champlain College
Burlington, VT05.1997
ASSOCIATE Degree - Early Childhood Education
Champlain College
Burlington, VT06.1995
Skills
- Staff Supervision
- Personnel Training
- Curriculum Development
- Office Administration
- Team Management
- People Skills
- Problem Resolution
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Supervision & Leadership
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Heartworks, Steamworks, Loveworks
06.2020 - Current
SCHOOL DIRECTOR
Heartworks, Steamworks, Loveworks
10.2016 - 06.2020
DIRECTOR-OWNER
DIRECTOR-OWNER, Tiny Hearts Nursery School
09.2012 - 10.2016
TEACHER
HEARTWORKS, steamworks, Loveworks
11.2006 - 11.2012
Bachelor of Science Early ED. Degree - Education
Champlain College
ASSOCIATE Degree - Early Childhood Education
Champlain College
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