Emily Elder
Maricopa,AZ
Summary
Energetic Preschool Director with superior collaboration skills. Known for representing the perspective of teachers as well as parents in developing policies and curriculum. Offering years of experience in successful program development and management.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Director
Great Beginnings Preschool
01.2022 - Current
- Established school policies and communicated to staff and parents for well-coordinated and high-quality daily operations.
- Oversaw interview and hiring process of classroom personnel for selection of high-quality teachers and staff.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Supervised and managed team of childcare professionals to guarantee highest standards of care.
Assistant Preschool Director
Great Beginnings Preschool
02.2018 - 01.2022
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Monitored and observed child progress, interactions and behavior and reported findings to parents.
- Modernized instructional plans and educational approaches to enhance student learning.
Preschool Teacher
Great Beginnings Preschool
09.2015 - 02.2018
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
Certified Nurse Assistant
St. Joseph's Hospital And Medical Center
07.2014 - 12.2014
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Activities Assistant
Thunderbird Retirement Resort
05.2013 - 10.2013
- Engaged residents through events, small groups, and personal attention.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to improve quality of life for residents.
- Helped residents build and maintain interpersonal relationships, social skills, mental abilities, and confidence.
- Scheduled movies, entertainment, and other special events.
- Planned, coordinated, and implemented activities to address needs of participants with varying abilities.
Education
Psychology
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05.2025
Skills
- Child Programs
- Event Planning
- Providing Feedback
- District Standards
- Classroom Observation
- Behavior Redirection
Timeline
Preschool Director
Great Beginnings Preschool
01.2022 - Current
Assistant Preschool Director
Great Beginnings Preschool
02.2018 - 01.2022
Preschool Teacher
Great Beginnings Preschool
09.2015 - 02.2018
Certified Nurse Assistant
St. Joseph's Hospital And Medical Center
07.2014 - 12.2014
Activities Assistant
Thunderbird Retirement Resort
05.2013 - 10.2013
Psychology
Grand Canyon University
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