Jennifer Thrush
Clinton Twp
Summary
Early childhood education professional with strong foundation in child development, classroom management, and creative curriculum implementation. Proven ability to foster collaborative and nurturing environment, adapting to diverse student needs and objectives. Known for reliability, effective communication, and results-driven approach to teaching. Skilled in developing engaging lesson plans, promoting social skills, and ensuring safe, inclusive learning space.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Center Director
Childtime Learning Center
01.2016 - 08.2025
- 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.
- Collaborated with parents to enhance communication channels, strengthening the home-school partnership for improved student outcomes.
- 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.
Lead Preschool and Pre-k Teacher
Tutortime Learning Center
04.2004 - 01.2016
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Promoted social-emotional development with interactive lessons on empathy, conflict resolution, and self-regulation techniques.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Fostered a love of learning among students by maintaining an energetic teaching style and incorporating creative, interactive elements into lessons.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Evaluated student progress through formative and summative assessments, utilizing data-driven methods to inform instructional decisions.
- Developed and implemented behavior management systems to maintain a structured and productive learning environment.
Education
Early Childhood Education
Macomb Community College
Warren, MISkills
- Program promotion
- Training and mentoring
- Team building
- Space organization
- Parent communication
- Training and coaching
- Team development
- Emergency response
- Staff evaluations
- Facility management
- Student assessment
Certification
CPR and First aide Certified
NAEYC member
Timeline
Center Director
Childtime Learning Center
01.2016 - 08.2025
Lead Preschool and Pre-k Teacher
Tutortime Learning Center
04.2004 - 01.2016
Early Childhood Education
Macomb Community College
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