Jennifer Parrish
Asheboro,NC
Summary
Assistant Director of Child Development with relevant experience managing early childhood programs. Strengths include implementing developmentally appropriate curricula, leading professional development for staff, and fostering positive relationships with families. Previously improved child engagement and learning outcomes through innovative program strategies. Committed to promoting inclusive environments that respect diversity and encourage exploration.
Overview
2005
2005
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director of Child Development,
Kids Day Out Preschool Nc
Asheboro
05.1996 - 06.2004
- Trained, managed and motivated employees to promote professional skill development.
- Organized special events such as field trips or family nights at the center in order to promote parent involvement in their children's education.
- Maintained accurate records of enrollment information, attendance data, financial reports.
- Implemented quality assurance measures designed to ensure high standards of care are met at all times.
- Reviewed applications from prospective employees and conducted interviews as needed when hiring new personnel.
- Created an environment that fostered creativity and encouraged positive social interactions among students while maintaining a safe learning atmosphere.
- Maintained current knowledge of applicable codes and required procedures to optimize learning environments.
- Developed child care policies and procedures for the organization.
- Recruited, trained and evaluated staff and recommended personnel actions for programs and services.
- Evaluated existing programs and services on a regular basis in order to identify areas needing improvement or expansion.
- Ensured compliance with local regulations related to childcare services.
- Supervised the daily operations of classrooms including scheduling of classes and activities and monitoring teacher performance.
- Conducted regular meetings with parents to discuss student progress and address any concerns.
- Participated in community outreach activities such as fairs or conferences related to early childhood education.
- Monitored student progress and assisted students and teachers with resolving problems.
- Coordinated communication between parents, guardians, teachers, caregivers, administrators. regarding individual student needs or concerns.
- Determined allocations of funds for staff, equipment and authorized purchases.
- Facilitated professional development workshops for staff on topics related to child development, health, safety, nutrition.
- Monitored classroom operations to ensure compliance with state regulations.
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization to coordinate services for children and families.
- Achieved budgetary targets by monitoring expenses and resource utilization, cutting waste and strengthening revenue streams.
- Worked with parents and staff to improve student behavioral and learning issues with proactive approaches.
- Provided leadership during emergency situations involving children or staff members at the facility.
- Established partnerships with local organizations that provide educational materials or resources related to child development.
- Reviewed and evaluated programs for compliance with state, local and federal regulations.
- Provided guidance and support to staff members in the development of program plans, strategies, and activities.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through surveys, interviews, focus groups.
- Set and enhanced program schedules to meet expected demands and enhance student learning opportunities.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to review progress toward goals and objectives and provided feedback.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Pre k teacher, a
All generations llc
Asheboro, Nc
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Child Development
RCC
Asheboro, Nc Arcadiia
Lexington Nc Skills
- First aid and CPR
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Special needs support
- Parent communication
- Child assessment
- Recruitment and hiring
- Child safety
- Parent-teacher communication
- Conflict resolution
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Task prioritization
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Team building
- Special education
- Interpersonal communication
- Multitasking capacity
- Reporting and documentation
- First aid certification
- Emotional intelligence
- Multitasking Abilities
- Communication skills
- Continuous improvement
- Support teachers
- Child nutrition understanding
- Active listening
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management abilities
- Relationship building
- Toileting and feeding
- Professionalism
- Goal setting
- Staff management
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Enrollment procedures
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Progress monitoring
- Curriculum development
- Policy implementation
- Cultural sensitivity
- Effective communication
- Optimize programs
- Professional demeanor
- Staff recruiting
- Problem-solving
- Decision-making
- Child development milestones
- Classroom management
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Activity planning
- Self motivation
- Reliability
Certification
- Toddler , one and two childcare
- Infant toddler pre-K and after school care
- Assistant director
- Received my CNA from Arcadia
Jennifer Parrish
- I have worked childcare and healthcare entire life. I enjoy making the difference and someone’s life and caring for others
- I pride myself in both fields, each place I have been employed.
Enjoyed having healthy communication and relationships with children, family, and clients
Timeline
Assistant Director of Child Development,
Kids Day Out Preschool Nc
05.1996 - 06.2004
Pre k teacher, a
All generations llc
Some College (No Degree) - Child Development
RCC
Arcadiia