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Jessie Fantone

West Chester,USA

Summary

The Compassionate Program Director has a wealth of experience in creating educational and recreational programs for various youth groups. They excel at planning and leading teams, which has led to better program results and higher participation rates. They are recognized for their problem-solving skills, and dedication to creating supportive environments that help young people succeed.

While serving as the Before and After School Director and Kindergarten-Plus (K-Plus) Program Director, I oversaw the largest program among the three schools in the district. Ivestablished safe and engaging spaces for children and promoted communication among students, parents, and school staff. As a Kindergarten K-Plus teacher in a half-day enrichment program, I created 36 to 40 weeks of lesson plans designed to support students' growth. I also worked well with colleagues to improve the curriculum and enhance student experiences. I am committed to having a positive influence on students' early educational paths by fostering their curiosity, resilience, and passion for learning.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Youth Program Director

Extended Day Services
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
01.2020 - 05.2025
  • Evaluated effectiveness of programs based on feedback from participants and stakeholders.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant regulations regarding safety standards for youth programming.
  • Maintained records of attendance and progress of each participant in the program.
  • Collaborated with school personnel to ensure successful transition into the program.
  • Developed strategies to address behavioral issues among participants in an effective manner.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with parents and guardians by providing timely updates on progress of their children in the program.
  • Created a safe and engaging environment for youth participants to learn, grow, and develop confidence.
  • Developed engaging lesson plans to foster student learning and curiosity.
  • Collaborated with parents to support student development and address concerns.
  • Provided positive feedback with emphasis on learning from mistakes to establish solid foundation for progress..
  • Utilized current technology to enhance student learning, such as Google Classroom. YouTube, Epic! Books for kids, Fluency, and Fitness, etc.
  • Read stories to children and integrate music, arts and crafts, drama, literature, science, and math into lesson plans for hands-on learning experiences.
  • Implemented focused lessons for literacy readiness, highlighting phonics, language comprehension, and writing abilities.
  • Improved students' reading independence using methodical sensory lessons on phonemic awareness and strategies for decoding by sounding out words

Sales Associate/Sales Coordinator/Front End Coordinator

Marshalls/ TJMaxx
Monroeville/ Indiana , PA
05.2017 - 01.2020
  • Greeted customers, and escorted them to product racks and shelves to assist in finding merchandise.
  • Operated the cash register and point-of-sale (POS) system to handle purchases, refunds, and exchanges for customers.
  • Opened and closed cash registers, balanced cash drawers, and made bank deposits.
  • Trained and mentored new team members on the proper use of POS systems, and customer service protocols..
  • Organized daily and weekly meetings with employees to discuss performance and areas for improvement.
  • Managed front-end merchandising and maintenance, ensuring that shelves were properly stocked.

Education

High School Diploma -

Steele Canyon High School
Spring Valley, California
05.2013

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education -Still Enrolled

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ

Skills

  • Youth engagement
  • Inclusion strategies
  • Staff management
  • Special needs support
  • Continuous improvement
  • Behavioral management
  • Staff training
  • Academic support
  • Lesson planning
  • Parent engagement

References

References available upon request

Timeline

Youth Program Director

Extended Day Services
01.2020 - 05.2025

Sales Associate/Sales Coordinator/Front End Coordinator

Marshalls/ TJMaxx
05.2017 - 01.2020

High School Diploma -

Steele Canyon High School

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education -Still Enrolled

Grand Canyon University