JENNIFER DENZA
Tappan,NY
Summary
I am a flexible hard worker, ready to learn and contribute to team success. I am a reliable educator with a strong ability in communication with parents and time management in the classroom. I can offer a nurturing, calm and loving environment for children to learn and strive. I am highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Center Director
The Learning Experience
New York, NY
03.2024 - Current
- Developed strong community relationships to support center programs and initiatives.
- Promoted positive company image and established reputation as provider of choice for educational programs in greater community.
- Oversaw daily operations, streamlining processes for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
- Cultivated and strengthened relationships with children and families.
- Optimized enrollment processes to attract diverse student populations and meet target numbers consistently.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
Center Director
The Learning
Tuckahoe, NY
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Developed strong community relationships to support center programs and initiatives.
- Promoted positive company image and established reputation as provider of choice for educational programs in greater community.
- Led team of educators in creating innovative curriculum that aligned with state standards and promoted student success.
- Increased staff productivity with regular training sessions, clear expectations, and constructive feedback.
- Oversaw daily operations, streamlining processes for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
- Kept facility in compliance with all applicable standards and laws.
- Fostered caring and safe environment for children and parents.
- Fostered an inclusive culture within the center by promoting diversity awareness among staff members and addressing any discriminatory behaviors swiftly.
Director of Education
THE KID'S KORNER PRESCHOOL
New York, NY
09.2007 - 12.2021
- Devised and implemented learning knowledge management strategies to bolster employee expertise
- Facilitated both in-person and virtual training courses to provide valuable training for new and current staff
- Designed curriculum and oversaw lesson planning to meet instructional goals
- Developed and enhanced departmental and program learning objectives and instructional learning tools
- Evaluated and supervised educators to assess performance and offer support
- Scheduled staff or speakers and coordinated facilities to plan logistics for program lectures
- Set schedules and delegated instructor assignments for optimal coverage
- Procured equipment and services to align with program objectives and budget
- Led recruiting, hiring and training of qualified teachers and assistant teachers.
Teacher
THE KID'S KORNER PRESCHOOL
New York, NY
05.1994 - 12.2021
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff
- Differentiated instruction according to student skill level
- Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning
- Developed lessons, activities and materials to cover required course material
- Maintained safe, clean, and organized classroom environment
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators
- Encouraged positive self-esteem and mutual respect for others while instilling joy of learning and discovery
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and areas for improvement
- Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes
- Tracked attendance, assignments, grades and class participation for students
- Maintained calm, positive classroom environment through gentle discipline and enthusiastic attitude to encourage learning and studying among student.
Skills
- Program Promotion
- Training and mentoring
- Space organization
- Parent Communication
- Facility Management
- Family relations
- Customer Service
- Relationship Building
Timeline
Community Center Director
The Learning Experience
03.2024 - Current
Center Director
The Learning
03.2023 - 03.2024
Director of Education
THE KID'S KORNER PRESCHOOL
09.2007 - 12.2021
Teacher
THE KID'S KORNER PRESCHOOL
05.1994 - 12.2021