GYRCHEL MOORE
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record, excelling in curriculum development and strategic planning. Enhanced early childhood learning through innovative Montessori methods and effective parent coaching. Demonstrated leadership in fostering a nurturing environment, resulting in improved student engagement and developmental outcomes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Director
Brooklyn Children's House
Brooklyn, NY
06.2021 - Current
- Create strategic objectives and policies of the organization
- Oversaw daily operations and administration of pre-school, ensuring a nurturing and effective learning environment
- Hiring and training new staff and teachers
- Created age-appropriate Montessori materials to enhance preschoolers' learning experiences
- Collaborating with a team of educators and parents on overall wellbeing of children
- Conducted regular facility inspections to identify maintenance needs
Tutor
Organizational Tutors
New York, NY
03.2019 - 06.2022
- Taught literacy and math skills to 3 to 5 year olds, fostering foundational knowledge and readiness for future learning
- Instructing private lessons for early learners
- Designed individual lessons for children needing Executive Function support, enhancing their organizational and time-management skills
- Leading multi-disciplinary classes for the earliest learners
- Collaborated with educators to develop and implement evidence-based educational procedures, improving classroom engagement and learning outcomes.
Head Teacher
Brooklyn Children's House
Brooklyn, NY
07.2017 - 04.2019
- Created a warm and nurturing environment that supports Montessori teaching methods.
- Supervised children at 6:1 ratio, guided parent-child separation, and supported toilet learning and nap transitions.
- Monitored children's interactions to manage classroom behavior and intervened to ensure safety and well-being.
- Conducted parent conferences and provided coaching to enhance children's development.
- Corresponds with Lead guide/school director, provides feedback and insight on children's development and interest, and collaborates in planning
Head Teacher
Wbees Forest School
Brooklyn
07.2016 - 08.2017
- Mapped excursions and delivered outdoor themed lessons at local green spaces, fostering connection with nature and enriching curriculum
- Instructed play-based cooperative, guiding children in outdoor classroom environments to enhance engagement and learning outcomes
- Maintained school's vision of play-based learning and supported parents, strengthening community involvement and enhancing student experience
Doula
Ancient Song Doula Services/Open Way
Brooklyn, NY
01.2012 - 01.2017
- Coached women in achieving desired birth experiences through personalized support and guidance
- Instructed women on comfort measures and breathing techniques while facilitating creation of positive birth affirmations
- Advocated for women's rights during hospital visits, ensuring informed choices in labor and delivery preparations
- Provided support to women during postpartum recovery
Head Teacher & Montessori in Motion Specialist
Neuleaph Early Learning
Brooklyn, NY
07.2015 - 09.2016
- Initiated Montessori in Motion, promoting toddlers' movement skills such as crawling, climbing, and walking through engaging play
- Co-created in-home Montessori program for children 9 to 24 months, enhancing early developmental skills through tailored activities
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curriculum for diverse learning needs.
- Supervised and mentored teaching staff to enhance instructional quality.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's developmental goals and concerns.
Perinatal Doula
Ancient Song Doula Services
Brooklyn , NY
09.2011 - 09.2013
- Delivered emotional and physical support to clients during labor and delivery, fostering a positive environment.
- Guided families through prenatal, birth, and postpartum stages to enhance overall experience.
- Educated clients on the stages of labor, pain management techniques, breastfeeding, and newborn care.
- Coordinated communication between clients and healthcare providers to ensure understanding and comfort.
Teacher & Dance Teacher
Red Hook Playgroup
Brooklyn, NY
09.2006 - 06.2011
- Instructed classroom of 2.5 - 4yr, fostering early childhood development through engaging activities
- Led weekly dance classes and afterschool programs for groups of 6 students, enhancing creativity and teamwork skills
- Created lesson plans & school-wide/dance curriculum in collaboration with RHP teachers and admin.
- Headed parent/teacher conferences with co-teachers
Education
Certified in Positive Discipline -
01-2022
Full Spectrum Doula Certification -
Ancient Song Doula Services
01-2012
B.A -
Psychology
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Facility management
- Classroom assessment
- Program evaluation
- Child development knowledge
- Educational leadership
- Team collaboration
- Parent communication
- Problem solving
- Creative thinking
- Creative direction
- Individual accountability
- Task delegation
- Health education
- Reproductive justice
- Leadership
- Strategic planning
- Parent coaching
- Diversity training
- Team collaboration and communication
- Time management
- Positive discipline strategies
- Executive function skills
- Language and literacy
Timeline
Co-Director
Brooklyn Children's House
06.2021 - Current
Tutor
Organizational Tutors
03.2019 - 06.2022
Head Teacher
Brooklyn Children's House
07.2017 - 04.2019
Head Teacher
Wbees Forest School
07.2016 - 08.2017
Head Teacher & Montessori in Motion Specialist
Neuleaph Early Learning
07.2015 - 09.2016
Doula
Ancient Song Doula Services/Open Way
01.2012 - 01.2017
Perinatal Doula
Ancient Song Doula Services
09.2011 - 09.2013
Teacher & Dance Teacher
Red Hook Playgroup
09.2006 - 06.2011
Certified in Positive Discipline -
Full Spectrum Doula Certification -
Ancient Song Doula Services
B.A -
Psychology