Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Community Service
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SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
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Janice Samuel Powell

Dumont,NJ

Summary

Visionary leader and educator with 25 years in early childhood and special education. Proven expertise in psychology, sociology, and leadership. Developed programs enhancing educational outcomes for diverse student needs.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

YMCA of Paterson/Paterson Public Schools
04.2021 - Current
  • Promote high standards for Early Childhood and Preschool programs aligned with YMCA Mission Goals.
  • Plan and evaluate District Early Childhood and Preschool programs per Abbott decision and ensure compliance with educational standards and regulations.
  • Support community planning for integrated service delivery to preschool students.
  • Coordinate usage of licensed child care providers in the community.
  • Conduct professional development training for all staff.
  • Oversee program finances effectively.
  • Use data to assess instructional needs and manage staff hiring processes.

Adjunct Instructor

Hostos Community College
04.2006 - 08.2024
  • Instruct continuing adult education students in teacher preparation course for teachers and teacher assistants. Provide strategies for individualizing for students and on passing required teacher exams.
  • Incorporate in-house collegiate and external resources to develop lesson plans; create and administer tests; and provide students with feedback targeting areas of improvement and align their strengths with course objectives and intended outcomes.
  • Consult with adults regarding learning techniques and teaching strategies.

Director of Special Education

Stepping Stones/Lois Bronz Children's Center
03.2018 - 02.2021
  • Collaborates with District principals, CPSE Chairpersons, special education teachers to implement services and programs.
  • Sets staffing levels for school special education programs to ensure fiscal efficiency.
  • Directs personnel to deliver services that meet established guidelines.
  • Develops proposals, new programs, budgets, grants to fulfill District goals.
  • Evaluates and monitors Special Education programs and compliance with regulations across locations to achieve objectives.
  • Facilitates CPSE/CSE meetings to maintain district Special Education programs achieving desired outcomes.
  • Implements assigned projects to align with district and state curriculum objectives.

Director of Early Learning Transition & Support

Shine Implement/Acelero Learning
09.2016 - 01.2018
  • Plan and oversee interview processes, hiring, and onboarding for education staffing roles including teaching staff and Center Directors.
  • Assess educational materials and equipment needs; place orders to stock classrooms.
  • Ensure classroom setup meets Shine Early Learning standards.
  • Review state licensing standards; collaborate with leadership to submit applications and documents for full site licenses, providing follow-up support if temporary licenses are issued.
  • Analyze state licensing standards against Shine Early Learning policies; propose necessary modifications.
  • Assist local Education lead in developing an Early Learning Action Plan.
  • Oversee 90-day reviews and develop Coaching Partnership Agreements for education team members.
  • Provide training and technical assistance to partners across six states, involving extensive travel.

Trainer/Instructional Coach

Ramapo for Children
05.2015 - 06.2016
  • Certified Developmental Therapist/ABA delivering Early Intervention services and evaluations for children 0-3. Utilized Applied Behavior Analysis for Autism Spectrum Disorder students. Attended IFSP/IEP meetings and collected data.
  • Coached individuals and small groups of school staff in problem-solving techniques, providing objective feedback and reflection opportunities.
  • Identified teacher leaders within schools and facilitated intensive training sessions, fostering professional learning communities through peer coaching on behavior management plans.
  • Delivered ABA therapy for students in Kindergarten through 12th grade.

Trainer/Consultant

Teaching Strategies Professional Development Network
08.2014 - 06.2016
  • Provide training and support to programs/schools on the Creative Curriculum and Teaching Strategies Gold assessment tools.
  • Provide technical assistance to programs/schools on implementation of curriculum & assessment tools.
  • Present and demonstrate Teaching Strategies materials and products at local and national conferences.

Administrative Analyst/Program Specialist

NYC Department of Education
02.2014 - 05.2015
  • Monitored and reviewed 4410 special education pre-k programs across five boroughs.
  • Conducted monthly site visits to 100+ schools providing technical assistance and collecting data.
  • Facilitated professional development trainings for staff on Special Education topics.
  • Reviewed and approved all IDEA application proposals, offering guidance as needed.
  • Aggregated data to measure program outcomes and effectiveness of initiatives.
  • Collaborated on additional projects to strengthen the 4410 Program Office.

Instructional Specialist

Brightside Academy
05.2012 - 01.2014
  • Plan, implement, and evaluate instructional programs with teachers, including learning objectives, instructional strategies, and assessment techniques. Develop and implemented curriculum for English Language Learners. Conducted workshops for Parents on a variety of topics.
  • Served as an Education Director in many of the academies temporarily and assisted in hiring new Education Directors.
  • Monitored instructional processes to ensure that program activities are related to program outcomes and use findings to take corrective actions.
  • Taught students with special needs ADL skills in Universal-Pre-K Program. Plan and assisted teachers in developing and implementing activities for children with special needs. Differentiated instruction based on IFSP/IEP goals. Tutored students in School-Age program. Trained staff on Response to intervention approach.
  • Provided individualized training and professional development to a staff of 300 and supervised 14 educational directors Wrote and developed curriculum and assessment tools.

Executive Director

Vincente K. Tibbs Child Development Center
06.2009 - 11.2012
  • Manage the day-to-day operations of a non-profit child care program serving children 2 ½ -6 years.
  • Supervise staff of 50. Conduct staff and parent training. Evaluate and hire staff. Maintain all program documentation.
  • Manage an operating budget, expense control report, process payroll, write grants and promote fundraising.
  • Successfully brought the program through the NAEYC Accreditation process and monitored program for compliance with various agencies.
  • Provided instructional and administrative leadership for various child care, for profit and head start programs.
  • Increased parental involvement by consulting with parents regularly and involving them in the educational process.
  • Innovative leader who has been successful providing supplemental educational services for children and families. Experienced in NAEYC Accreditation process.
  • Mentor and coach students in order to help boost their confidence and competencies, as evidence by scores and completion of their work in Adult and Continuing Education Program.
  • Excellent teaching and training skills. Strong early childhood background.

Education

Doctorate in Psychology -

Breyer State Theological University
01.2020

Masters - Special Education And Child Psycology

Mercy College
01.2013

Bachelor's Degree - Behavioral Science and Early Childhood

Mercy College
01.2001

Associate of Science Degree - Early Childhood And Psychology

Rockland CC
01.1987

Master of Science - Educational Leadership And Management

Mercy College
Dobbs Ferry, NY
05-2014

Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction

Colorado Christian University
Denver, CO
04-2025

Ph.D. - Educational Psychology

Seton Hall University
South Orange, NJ
08-2026

Skills

  • Early intervention
  • Instructional leadership
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Collaborative teaching
  • Student engagement
  • Crisis management
  • Student development
  • Parental communication

Certification

  • Certificate of Advance Standing: New Jersey Certification Pre-school -3rd grade
  • New York State Initial & Professional ECE & Childhood Certifications Birth- 2nd grade and 1-6
  • New York State Professional K-6 Special Education Certification
  • New Jersey School Administrator Certification 2021
  • New Jersey Principal License 2021
  • NYS School Building Leadership Certification August 2021
  • NYS School District Leadership Certification August 2016
  • Certified Red Cross CPR/First Aid Instructor, 2007-present
  • Certified Consultant and ECE trainer in NJ and NY
  • PITC Certified Trainer
  • RBT and BCBA Certified
  • School Superintendent Training Program (SUPES) Academy Graduate (2011)

Community Service

  • King of Glory Tabernacle, Director of Christian Education, Bronx, NY, 1996, 2015
  • The Gathering Church, Youth Minister/Worship Leader, Hackensack, NJ, 2015, Present

Affiliations

  • Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
  • Served on Board of Directors of the NYSAEYC & NJAEYC for 5 years

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

  • An enthusiastic, creative, and passionate educator and administrator. Trained in Early Intervention as a Developmental/ABA Therapist. Experienced Trainer/Professor and Head Start/ Federal Monitor.
  • Specializations include: Early childhood education, special education, literacy, leadership, Infant/Toddler Trainer-PITC, CLASS, ECERS, ITERS and SACERS NYS and NJ Certified trainer. NAC and NAEYC Validator, CDA Trainer. Trained to teach on a variety of curriculum models & Assessment tools.
  • Instructional Leadership - Uses a balanced blend of motivational and targeted instructional methodologies to enhance curricula Develop and conduct parent and staff development workshops.
  • Engage Parents – Works closely with parents throughout career, repeated successes securing a high level of parental involvement.
  • Leverage Resources / Strategic Collaborations – Worked closely with district leaders and community partners to encourage parental involvement and strong community alliances. Experienced fundraiser and event planner.
  • Utilizes a visionary and transformational approach with consistency in order to promote effective change and direction to organization.

ADJUNCT FACULTY/ INSTRUCTOR EXPERIENCE

  • Eastwick College, Ramsey NJ Adjunct Professor-Psychology, April 2021 – present
  • Union College, NJ Adjunct Professor-Psychology, Sept 2024 – present
  • College of Westchester, NY Psychology/Sociology Professor August 2022 – present
  • AIMS Education, NJ- Psychology Adjunct Instructor – May 2025- Present

Timeline

YMCA of Paterson/Paterson Public Schools
04.2021 - Current

Director of Special Education

Stepping Stones/Lois Bronz Children's Center
03.2018 - 02.2021

Director of Early Learning Transition & Support

Shine Implement/Acelero Learning
09.2016 - 01.2018

Trainer/Instructional Coach

Ramapo for Children
05.2015 - 06.2016

Trainer/Consultant

Teaching Strategies Professional Development Network
08.2014 - 06.2016

Administrative Analyst/Program Specialist

NYC Department of Education
02.2014 - 05.2015

Instructional Specialist

Brightside Academy
05.2012 - 01.2014

Executive Director

Vincente K. Tibbs Child Development Center
06.2009 - 11.2012

Adjunct Instructor

Hostos Community College
04.2006 - 08.2024

Bachelor's Degree - Behavioral Science and Early Childhood

Mercy College

Doctorate in Psychology -

Breyer State Theological University

Masters - Special Education And Child Psycology

Mercy College

Associate of Science Degree - Early Childhood And Psychology

Rockland CC

Master of Science - Educational Leadership And Management

Mercy College

Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction

Colorado Christian University

Ph.D. - Educational Psychology

Seton Hall University

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