Ericka Gergely
Summary
Dynamic Early Childhood Education and School-Age Specialist highly effective at promoting and building behavioral and social- emotional development to align with best practices. Works exceptionally well with staff, children, and families to implement professional development and comprehensive support services. Diversity-focused leader, knowledgeable about different styles, cultures and approaches and bringing over 20 years of experience working with ECE and community organizations. Top-notch skills include passionate drive for improved best practices and program quality, consistent and clear communication, organizational skills, professional development designer and implementation, and impactful parent/community relationships.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ECE School-Age Specialist
Acelero Learning
12.2019 - Current
- Responsible for the content development of Tier One Technical Assistance supports related to operating a high quality before and after school and summer program for ECE School-Aged children
- Collaborate with instructional designers to design, modify and deliver all content for Tier One providers, which includes digital content in addition to multiple professional learning community events per month, utilize our online platform of choice, and three live courses throughout the year - either through our online platform or in-person, depending on the needs of the community
- Interface with Tier Two and Tier Three coaches to provide specialized content support to meet their coaching needs
- Develop and support the ECE School-Age strategy for the entire TA contract
- Manage the creation of all related content that aligns to the professional development needs and Indiana's QRIS (Quality Rating Improvement System) attainment of center, school, and ministry based providers
- Supervise the quality of and acts as a subject matter expert for all digital, workshop style and coaching content relating to ECE School Aged programming
- Develop and facilitate in-person content and facilitate professional learning communities
- Provide professional development to coaches to support their knowledge and expertise and provide acute support to specific providers in various circumstances
- Analyze provider engagement with all ECE School-Age related content and determines strategies for continuous improvement
- Contribute to the development of other early childhood content as needed
- Participate in assigned meetings, events and training as required
School-Age Specialist
Geminus Corporation
06.2017 - 09.2019
- Provide and implement all required state trainings
- Provide ECE School-Age on-site technical assistance including but not limited to: behavioral support, program development, program enrichment, relationship building, and staff/employee development
- Provide ECE School-Age community resources and connections for programming such as: mentoring, special needs assistance, at-risk youth programming, and community related referrals
- Observe and evaluate ECE School-Age programming in accordance to the National After School Standards
- Oversee the professional and program development of our regional SACC (School Age Child Care) grantees as the state of Indiana requires
Community Health Educator
A Positive Approach to Teen Health
07.2013 - 06.2017
- Contributed in authoring an evidence-based youth comprehensive curricula for grades 6-9 including topics such as: teen suicide and depression, sexting, bullying, goal setting, positive dating choices, crisis management, and teen sexual health & wellness
- Implemented both the Horizon and Positive Potential curricula
- Participated in a plethora of community outreach fairs
- Presented in professional conferences on Teen Suicide & Depression, High School Goal Setting, and Sexting
- Worked with many community agencies
- Edited and proofread all printed material for distribution
Elementary Teacher
Laurel Daycare & Kindergarten Academy
08.2007 - 06.2013
- Kindergarten Teacher
- Explored foundational learning concepts with students through hands-on activities, videos and class discussions
- Directed individualized instruction in various subjects to achieve educational goals and drive curriculum requirements
- Instructed students in standardized subjects, as well as general learning strategies and skills for social development and character
- Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity
- Identified student needs and collaborated with faculty to resolve social, cognitive or behavioral challenges
- Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships
- Initiated community driven extra curricular activities in order to build strong relationships between the school and surrounding areas
Director
Laurel Daycare & Kindergarten Academy
08.2009 - 06.2010
- Recruited and trained top-quality educators and support staff to maximize program success
- Worked with parents and staff to improve student behavioral and learning issues with proactive approaches
- Set and enhanced program schedules to meet expected demands and enhance student learning opportunities
- Boosted program outreach with community engagement strategies
- Achieved budgetary targets by monitoring expenses and resource utilization, cutting waste and strengthening revenue streams
- Maintained current knowledge of applicable codes and required procedures to optimize learning environments
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated agreements between parties in order to reach win-win solutions to disagreements and clarify misunderstandings
- Provided onsite training
- Delivered an exceptional level of service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions
Education
BA - Elementary Education
Carlow University
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania05.2000
Skills
- Strong Interpersonal Skills
- Collaborative Results Driven
- Professional development designer
- Compliance & performance standards
- National Conference Presenter at NAEYC & NAFCC
- Critical thinking & multitasking ability
- Differentiated instruction
- Strong organizational skills
- Community resource intelligence
- Community outreach
- Action plan development and follow-through
Certification
- Training for Action: Fundamentals of Training Design, 11/01/21
- Training for Action: Prepare & Facilitate, 05/01/22
Timeline
ECE School-Age Specialist
Acelero Learning
12.2019 - Current
School-Age Specialist
Geminus Corporation
06.2017 - 09.2019
Community Health Educator
A Positive Approach to Teen Health
07.2013 - 06.2017
Director
Laurel Daycare & Kindergarten Academy
08.2009 - 06.2010
Elementary Teacher
Laurel Daycare & Kindergarten Academy
08.2007 - 06.2013
BA - Elementary Education
Carlow University
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