Erin Rudd
Johnson City,TN
Summary
Encouraging teacher and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent parent relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Center Manager
Knoxville Knox County Head Start
08.2020 - Current
- Checked facility, employee work and service levels to maintain compliance with state and local agencies.
- Managed work and performance of more than 10 employees.
- Submitted payroll for over 10 employees.
- Directed daily operations of Child Care Facility.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Assisted in training initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Worked with parents to provide a welcoming environment customer service.
- Maintained professional development of employees.
- Observed, documented, and conferenced with more than 10 employees monthly.
- Provided monthly parent engagement meetings.
- Maintained required training for Commercial Driver License and teaching certificate.
Teacher Assistant
Knoxville-Knox County Head Start
09.2016 - Current
- Provided a safe and educational environment for children to grow socially, emotionally, and physically.
- Prepared and engaged children in learning activities that prepared them for Kindergarten.
- Participated and maintained state required professional development.
- Communicated with parents/guardians on a daily basis
- Maintained state and federal regulations.
- Provided coverage for other teaching staff.
- Collaborated with adults and children to provide safe and educational experience.
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Met regularly with team of teachers to discuss best practices and develop innovative teaching strategies.
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
Preschool Teacher
Knoxville Knox County Head Star
09.2015 - Current
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- 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.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
Director of Child Care
Asbury Child Enrichment Center
05.2010 - 09.2016
- Conducted staff meetings no less than 5 times per year.
- Maintained and executed budget of a non-profit organization on a daily basis.
- Provided an environment that is safe.
- Met with Board of Directors every two months.
- Oversaw the operating budget on a year to year basis.
- Maintained the Asbury Child Enrichment Center web site.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
- Evaluated staff and offered guidance to enhance knowledge, skills, and professional development to optimize learning environment.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Resolved conflicts and administered corrective action to foster positive experience for children and staff.
- Supervised and managed team of childcare professionals to guarantee highest standards of care.
- Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
- Furnished facility with supplies, equipment, food and materials to foster social and cognitive development.
- Supervised childcare workers and oversaw facility to meet state requirements for education and training.
- Oversaw safety requirements, inspection, and certification procedures to facilitate annual licensing review.
- Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
- Observed and assessed classroom activities to verify conformity with quality standards.
Child Care Specialist
Child Study Center
05.2006 - 05.2010
- Provided an environment that was comforting and safe for children to express their individual thoughts.
- Documented learning and educational experiences of students.
- Communicated with parents about individual child's development and learning through parent/teacher conferences and digital portfolios.
- Participated in and presented at conferences regarding early childhood education.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
- Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
- Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Worked with children to develop good cognitive, physical and language skills.
- Logged information regarding naps, feedings, and any medications administered.
- Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution.
- Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
- Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Worked closely with fellow staff members in developing and implementing educational and recreational activities.
- Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling, and collaboration with parents.
- Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
- Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
Education
Master of Early Childhood Education -
East Tennessee State University (ETSU)
Johnson City, TN12.2005
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Social Work
East Tennessee State University (ETSU)
Johnson City, TN12.2000
Skills
- Proficient in Apple operating systems
- Proficient in Microsoft 365
- Google platform navigation
- Visual content creation with Canva
- Workforce management
- Team skill enhancement
- Team leadership
- Workflow coordination
- Compliance with regulatory standards
- Cross-departmental teamwork
- Training program management
- Leadership skills
Day Phone
(423)-943-2197
Affiliations
- NAEYC
Certification
- Tennessee Teaching License Pre-K-3
- CLASS certification
- TPOTS certification
- First Aid/CPR/AED certification
Timeline
Center Manager
Knoxville Knox County Head Start
08.2020 - Current
Teacher Assistant
Knoxville-Knox County Head Start
09.2016 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Knoxville Knox County Head Star
09.2015 - Current
Director of Child Care
Asbury Child Enrichment Center
05.2010 - 09.2016
Child Care Specialist
Child Study Center
05.2006 - 05.2010
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Social Work
East Tennessee State University (ETSU)
Master of Early Childhood Education -
East Tennessee State University (ETSU)
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