Gail Anderson
Columbia
Summary
Childcare management professional with extensive experience in overseeing childcare operations and implementing educational programs.
Committed to fostering collaborative environment and achieving positive outcomes.
Known for adaptability and reliability in dynamic settings, with strong skills in curriculum development and staff management.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childcare Center Director/Owner
After School Adventure Care, LLC
06.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curriculum enhancing child development and learning outcomes.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with state regulations and quality standards.
- Managed staff recruitment, training, and performance evaluations to foster a collaborative environment.
- Established partnerships with families, promoting effective communication and support for children's needs.
- Develop weekly plans for activities, meals/snacks and trips for students
Tutor/Owner
I Tutor the Kids, LLC
08.2020 - Current
- Provided mentorship to new tutors, sharing best practices for effective teaching methodologies.
- Collaborated with parents and educators to establish academic goals and support systems for students.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- schedule, monitor and correlate face to face/virtual tutoring session for 12-16 contract certified educators to tutor
Early Childhood Educator/Lead Teacher
Polo Road Elementary School
08.2015 - Current
- Created engaging lesson plans aligned with SC Department of Education standards.
- Utilized technology to enhance instructional strategies and assess student performance.
- Established a supportive classroom environment, fostering student interest and engagement.
- Collaborated with educators to provide targeted support for ELL students.
- Implemented various assessments to tailor instruction and small group learning.
- Designed age-appropriate curricula to promote cognitive and emotional growth.
Director for 21st Century (After School Care)
Polo Road Elementary School
08.2021 - 10.2024
- Achieved organizational goals by leading cross-functional teams on strategic initiatives.
- Enhanced compliance and efficiency by developing and implementing operational policies.
- Integrated advanced technologies to streamline processes, boosting productivity and cutting costs.
- Fostered leadership development among senior managers, promoting continuous improvement culture.
- Managed grant funding effectively to support organizational projects and initiatives.
- Strengthened partnerships by cultivating relationships with key stakeholders to align business objectives.
Early Childhood Educator
Edward E. Taylor Elementary School
12.2007 - 05.2014
- Enhanced learning outcomes by integrating technology in research projects.
- Supported struggling students with targeted reading and writing interventions.
- Facilitated one-on-one technology sessions to foster academic growth.
- Supervised student safety during various school activities and field trips.
- Engaged in conferences to discuss student progress and build family relationships.
- Served as Summer School Teacher and cooperating Teacher for Benedict College.
Education
Master of Education - School Leadership
Cambridge College
Cambridge, Massachusetts01.2011
Master of Education - Divergent Learning
Columbia College
Columbia, South Carolina01.2009
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Benedict College
Columbia, South Carolina01.2007
Skills
- Technology Based Education
- Teacher Coaching & Development
- Relationship Building
- Organizational Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Parent-teacher relations
- Staff management
- Program promotion
- Space organization
Affiliations
- South Carolina Education Association
- Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated
- Choir Director for Brookland Baptist Northeast Church
- Junior Varsity Head Cheer Coach for Richland Northeast High School
Certification
- Educational Leadership (2011)
- Early Childhood Education (2007)
IMPLEMENTED ORGANIZATIONS
- Safety Patrol Organization (Polo Road Elementary,August 2017)
- Inspirational Choir (Polo Road Elementary School,November 2018)
- ESOL tutoring for students (Polo Road Elementary School, September 2017-August 2020)
Timeline
Childcare Center Director/Owner
After School Adventure Care, LLC
06.2023 - Current
Director for 21st Century (After School Care)
Polo Road Elementary School
08.2021 - 10.2024
Tutor/Owner
I Tutor the Kids, LLC
08.2020 - Current
Early Childhood Educator/Lead Teacher
Polo Road Elementary School
08.2015 - Current
Early Childhood Educator
Edward E. Taylor Elementary School
12.2007 - 05.2014
Master of Education - Divergent Learning
Columbia College
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Benedict College
Master of Education - School Leadership
Cambridge College