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Heather Williams

Crestview,FL

Summary

Accomplished Program Technician with a proven track record at Eglin Child Development Center III, adept in mentoring staff and enhancing program effectiveness. Equipped with deep understanding of early childhood education, I've successfully fostered inclusive environments and improved staff training practices. Renowned for multitasking and emergency response readiness, ensuring optimal safety and educational standards. Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Program Technician

Eglin Child Development Center III
09.2019 - Current
  • Serves as mentor to new staff
  • Facilitated open communication channels between team members and management, ensuring any potential issues were addressed promptly.
  • Substitutes for the director in their absence; acts as facility manager and monitors safety, health, and security procedures.
  • Records observations and charts the progress of team members' on-the-job skills.
  • Assist parents with any concerns.
  • Assist trainers in helping new staff with completion of modules and help translate professional development training into practice.
  • Develops, implements, and oversees all elements of the Child Development Center, including environment, equipment, and materials.
  • Works with senior staff to provide instruction and training to new staff.
  • Implemented strategies to evaluate program effectiveness, making adjustments as necessary based on findings.

Childcare Program Leader

Eglin Child Development Center III
04.2018 - 09.2019
  • Developed strong partnerships with local community organizations to provide additional resources.
  • Established strong relationships with families through consistent communication about their child's progress and well-being.
  • Supported children's social and emotional development by fostering a warm, inclusive, and nurturing environment.
  • Planned and implemented developmental programs, based on observation of individual children.
  • In charge of lesson planning and proper paperwork updated.
  • Implemented age-appropriate activities to develop cognitive, language, motor, and sensory skills.
  • Maintained high-quality childcare care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
  • Collaborated with parents to have open communication.



Program Assistant

Eglin Child Development Center III
08.2015 - 04.2018
  • Assisted with planning and coordinating day-to-day activities.
  • Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate standards
  • Supervised children's play, making sure of their safety at all times.
  • Assisted in the development of individualized plans for each child,
  • Assisted with implementing the lesson plan.
  • Followed detailed directions from management and the lead to complete daily paperwork.
  • Collaborated with parents to address concerns and share progress updates, strengthening parent involvement.

Program Assistant

Eglin Child Development Center
08.2011 - 12.2014

Planned and implemented developmental programs, based on observation of individual children.

  • Assisted with planning and coordinating day-to-day activities.
  • Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
  • Collaborated with parents to address concerns and share progress updates and any concerns.
  • Supported children's social and emotional development by fostering a warm, inclusive, and nurturing environment.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Child Development

University of Arizona Global Campus
Chandler
02-2024

Associate of Arts - Elementary Education

Axia University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ
11-2009

Skills

  • Strong ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
  • Experienced in overseeing staff, providing guidance, and ensuring a positive learning environment
  • Strong ability to mentor and train educators to maintain high-quality teaching standards
  • Proficient in implementing positive behavior support strategies and conflict resolution techniques
  • Deep understanding of early childhood education principles, developmental milestones, and best practices
  • Experienced in overseeing staff, providing guidance, and ensuring a positive learning environment
  • Prompt and Dependable
  • Takes initiative to make sure day-to-day tasks are performed
  • Multitasker
  • Trained in emergency response to ensure children's safety and well-being

Certification

Adult and Child CPR?First Aid

Cyber Awareness

Timeline

Program Technician

Eglin Child Development Center III
09.2019 - Current

Childcare Program Leader

Eglin Child Development Center III
04.2018 - 09.2019

Program Assistant

Eglin Child Development Center III
08.2015 - 04.2018

Program Assistant

Eglin Child Development Center
08.2011 - 12.2014

Adult and Child CPR?First Aid

Cyber Awareness

Bachelor of Arts - Child Development

University of Arizona Global Campus

Associate of Arts - Elementary Education

Axia University of Phoenix
Heather Williams