Felicia Grant
Beaufort,SC
Summary
Experienced Early Childhood Educator with 20 years in educational settings and expertise in administrative support and operations management. Skilled in record management, customer service, and effective communication with diverse populations. Committed to fostering productive workspaces and supporting staff and families through strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ready to apply leadership and administrative capabilities in roles such as Early Childhood Provider or Administrative Assistant.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Contractor | Housekeeper
Janet Sanchez Cleaning
St. Helena, SC
05.2024 - Current
- Managed cleaning schedules and delivered residential housekeeping services, such as making beds, vacuum, dusting etc. achieving high standards of cleanliness and exceeding client expectations.
- Disinfected kitchens and bathrooms using proper cleaning products and safe handling procedures.
- Followed client instructions to complete customized cleaning tasks with accuracy and care..
- Maintained reliable schedules, arriving prepared to complete assigned work independently.
- Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
- Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
- Replenished linens, toiletries to maintain ready room conditions.
- Monitored inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment, prioritized daily tasks effectively to meet deadlines and ensure seamless service delivery.
Headstart Lead Teacher
Beaufort Jasper Economic Opportunity Commission Head Start Program
Beaufort, SC
01.2026 - 09.2026
- Led and supervised a classroom of children ages 4 to5, implementing the Creative Curriculum, Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework, Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), Conscious Discipline, NAEYC standards, and Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP) to support academic, social, emotional, and developmental growth.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Coordinated daily classroom operations, maintained accurate student records and compliance documentation, and monitored developmental progress to enhance individualized support and promote program success through regular communication with families, specialists, and program staff.
- Planned and facilitated engaging educational activities while fostering a safe, inclusive, positive learning environment that promoted school readiness, encouraged positive behavior, and strengthened family engagement.
- Modeled developmentally appropriate practices for assistant teachers and classroom volunteers.
- Monitored classroom environment to ensure compliance with Head Start standards and licensing requirements.
- Mentored new teachers to help them adapt quickly and effectively to their roles as educators.
- Increased parent involvement with regular updates and open communication channels.
- Boosted student motivation with engaging activities and personalized feedback, promoting self-directed learning habits.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
Child and Youth Program Assistant (GSE-04)
MCCS Child Development Center
Parris Island, SC
11.2018 - 01.2026
- Supported planning and coordination of age-appropriate educational, recreational, and developmental activities to maintain compliance with program standards, safety regulations, and developmental guidelines.
- Supervised participants and implemented positive behavior management strategies, collaborating with team members to maintain safe, engaging youth development environment.
- Monitored daily attendance check-in and check-out procedures to maintain program accuracy and uphold security standards.
- Enforced safety behavior standards and sanitation procedures to protect children and maintain facility readiness.
- Supported parent satisfaction by providing consistent updates on child progress and achievements.
- Assessed individual learning styles and adapted instructional methods to maximize student engagement and comprehension.
- Delivered consistent, timely progress feedback to parents and addressed parent concerns promptly to support child development.
Textile Production
Palmetto Goodwill
Beaufort, SC
10.2017 - 11.2018
- Provided professional customer service to donors and customers, addressing inquiries and supporting daily store operations.
- Promoted open communication and collaboration among team members to enhance decision-making processes for donation coordination tasks.
- Cultivated a positive work environment among team members by promoting open communication, collaboration, and shared decision-making processes regarding donation coordination tasks.
- Sorted, tagged, and organized clothing and household items, ensuring inventory accuracy and compliance with company policies and safety regulations.
Headstart Lead Teacher
Beaufort Jasper Economic Opportunities Commission Headstart and Migrant Headstart
Beaufort, SC
09.2010 - 05.2017
- Led initiatives to enhance program effectiveness through curriculum evaluation and improvement processes.
- Fostered nurturing classroom environment promoting social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Fostered a nurturing classroom environment that promotes social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Guided and mentored teaching staff in implementing best practices for early childhood education.
- Assessed student progress and adjusted instruction methods to meet diverse learning needs.
- Led initiatives enhancing program effectiveness through curriculum evaluations and improvements.
Pre-school Lead Teacher
Honeytree School
Beaufort, SC
08.2002 - 04.2010
- Led, supervised and implemented age-appropriate curriculum fostering cognitive, social, and emotional development.
- Developed classroom management strategies that fostered inclusivity and engagement among diverse groups.
- Collaborated with parents, strengthening support for children's development through regular communication and constructive feedback.
- Prepared learning materials, organized classroom resources, and maintained clean, compliant environment.
- Integrated technology into lesson plans to enhance learning experiences and student interaction.
- Developed age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with early learning standards.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding behavior, milestones, and classroom updates.
- Coordinated with teaching staff to maintain curriculum consistency and classroom readiness.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Ashford University
San Diego, CA01-2017
Associate of Science - Public Service Early Care And Education
Technical College of The Lowcountry
Beaufort12-2008
Beaufort High School
Beaufort SC06-1981
Skills
- Customer Service
- Schedule management
- Scheduling Coordination
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Document management
- Communication skills
- Skilled in Microsoft Office tools
- Task management
- Team leadership
- Task management
- Conflict resolution
- Conflict resolution
- Written & Verbal Communication
Timeline
Headstart Lead Teacher
Beaufort Jasper Economic Opportunity Commission Head Start Program
01.2026 - 09.2026
Independent Contractor | Housekeeper
Janet Sanchez Cleaning
05.2024 - Current
Child and Youth Program Assistant (GSE-04)
MCCS Child Development Center
11.2018 - 01.2026
Textile Production
Palmetto Goodwill
10.2017 - 11.2018
Headstart Lead Teacher
Beaufort Jasper Economic Opportunities Commission Headstart and Migrant Headstart
09.2010 - 05.2017
Pre-school Lead Teacher
Honeytree School
08.2002 - 04.2010
Beaufort High School
Associate of Science - Public Service Early Care And Education
Technical College of The Lowcountry
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Ashford University