Jennifer Purdom

Center and Family Coordinator/Daycare Teacher

Muskogee County Head Start

04.2013 - 04.2025

Assisted in conflict resolution among family members by facilitating open dialogue sessions in a safe environment.
Collaborated with teachers to identify student needs and create individualized plans that involve parental input and buyin.
Empowered parents to become effective advocates for their children''s education through training sessions on topics such as goal-setting strategies or navigating school systems successfully.
Evaluated program effectiveness by tracking participation rates, feedback surveys, and making data-driven adjustments as needed.
Enhanced family engagement by organizing and executing events that fostered a sense of community and support.
Supported case management staff in providing safety, well-being and sense of permanence for children with uncertain home lives.
Promoted healthy lifestyles for families by coordinating wellness initiatives including nutrition workshops, exercise classes, and mental health support groups.
Enabled smooth transitions for new families entering the school community through orientation sessions and ongoing support throughout their first year.
Developed strong relationships with parents by providing consistent guidance on child development issues, educational opportunities, and community resources.
Improved communication between staff, families, and the community by implementing effective channels such as newsletters, social media updates, and regular meetings.
Strengthened family bonds by organizing social gatherings like picnics, movie nights, and game nights that cater to all age groups and interests.
Supported students'' academic success by connecting them with appropriate tutoring or enrichment programs tailored to their unique needs.
Coordinated services for families in need by collaborating with various agencies and resources to provide comprehensive support.
Visited homes of families and maintained appropriate contact as directed by agency procedures.
Identified available community resources and programs for families of disabled children.
Collaborated with families to assist in growth, development, and education to increase potential.
Managed heavy caseload using well-developed time management, organizational, and task prioritization skills.
Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
Assisted families in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
Collaborated with school personnel, parents and mental health providers to maintain comprehensive and integrated approach to student services.
Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about their child''s progress and needs.
Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
Oversaw daily transitions between various activities such as snack time, outdoor playtime, naptime ensuring smooth operation of daily schedule.
Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
Utilized positive reinforcement strategies to encourage appropriate behaviors among students while minimizing disruptions or conflicts.
Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
Guided students through daily routines, instilling a sense of responsibility and independence within each child.
Improved classroom management by implementing clear expectations, consistent routines, and age-appropriate rewards systems.
Promoted language acquisition in young learners with engaging storytelling, songs, and word games.
Enhanced children''s emotional development through empathetic communication and active listening techniques.
Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
Increased daycare students'' social skills by incorporating group activities and cooperative play into daily routines.
Collaborated with fellow daycare teachers to create a cohesive educational experience across all classrooms within the center.
Maintained accurate documentation of student progress, behavior incidents, and parent-teacher conferences for review as needed.
Implemented creative art projects to encourage self-expression and fine motor skill development among young children.
Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
Led small group instruction tailored to each child''s unique abilities and interests, ensuring personalized attention during learning activities.
Maintained open lines of communication with other staff members regarding any concerns or updates on individual students'' progress.
Administered assessments for developmental milestones, identifying areas of growth or concern to address promptly.
Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
Assisted in the planning and execution of special events such as holiday celebrations or parent-teacher conferences, fostering a strong sense of community within the daycare center.
Contributed to improved program quality by participating in professional development workshops and training sessions.
Strengthened team collaboration by sharing effective teaching practices and resources with colleagues.
Supported children's emotional development by providing comforting presence and listening to their concerns.
Facilitated culture of empathy and respect among children, teaching them value of kindness and understanding.
Encouraged children to express themselves creatively through art and music, enhancing their creative thinking skills.
Enhanced children's problem-solving skills through guided activities and open-ended questions.
Strengthened children's early literacy and math skills through interactive lessons and games.
Improved classroom management by establishing clear rules and using positive reinforcement techniques.
Assisted children with special needs by providing tailored support and accommodations, ensuring inclusive learning environment.
Implemented creative learning strategies, significantly increasing children's engagement with educational content.
Promoted physical health and well-being of children by incorporating daily physical activities and teaching about healthy eating habits.
Fostered safe and nurturing environment for children, setting stage for positive learning experiences.
Cultivated love for reading in children by organizing regular storytime sessions and discussions.
Developed individualized learning plans for each child, catering to their unique needs and abilities.
Enhanced children's social skills by organizing group activities and encouraging cooperative play.
Conducted regular safety drills, ensuring children knew how to respond in emergency situations.
Maintained open and effective communication with parents about their child's progress and areas for improvement.
Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
Established positive relationships with students and families.
Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
Encouraged use of technology to support student learning.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Center and Family Coordinator/Daycare Teacher

Education

Education

High School Diploma -

Skills

Accomplishments

Certification

Timeline

Center and Family Coordinator/Daycare Teacher

Education

High School Diploma -

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