Donya Davis
Philadelphia
Summary
Accomplished education professional with a proven track record at The Goddard School, specializing in social skills development and faculty supervision. Expert in creating creative lesson plans and enhancing staff development. Recognized for implementing effective safety procedures and improving educational outcomes. Skilled in teacher training and daycare management, committed to fostering a supportive learning environment.
Adept at identifying optimal curricula, developing lesson plans and aligning instruction with current learning goals Good planner, problem-solver and analytical leader with strong attention to detail and sound judgment focused on continuous improvement. Decisive, practical and strategic in leading operations and teams.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Preschool Teacher
The Goddard School
05.2020 - 11.2024
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Education Director
Right Steps Preschool Boutique
09.2018 - 04.2020
- Oversaw development and implementation of quality educational programs.
- Prepared action plans to address concerns discovered through surveys, classroom observations and conversations
- Recruited, trained and mentored faculty and staff in best practices for instruction.
Assistant Director
Leaps And Bounds Preschool
06.2016 - 09.2018
- Recruited, trained and mentored faculty and staff in best practices for instruction.
- Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Built rapport with young clients and families using tailored emails and newsletters.
Lead Toddler Teacher
Nanny's
03.2015 - 10.2015
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA05-2026
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Community College of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA05-2023
Skills
- Background in education
- Social skills development
- Creative lesson plans
- Faculty supervision
- Classroom evaluations
- Staff development
- Teacher training
- Daycare management
- Safety procedures
Timeline
Lead Preschool Teacher
The Goddard School
05.2020 - 11.2024
Education Director
Right Steps Preschool Boutique
09.2018 - 04.2020
Assistant Director
Leaps And Bounds Preschool
06.2016 - 09.2018
Lead Toddler Teacher
Nanny's
03.2015 - 10.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Temple University
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Community College of Philadelphia
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