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Jodi Snyder

Barryton,MI

Summary

I am a personable and enthusiastic individual with strong communication skills. With 15 years of experience working with diverse communities, I am passionate about helping others and committed to making a positive impact in all that I do. My empathetic approach enables me to connect with individuals from all walks of life, ensuring their needs are met with understanding and care. I am dedicated to fostering relationships and supporting outreach efforts that empower families and individuals. I strive to be a supportive advocate, guiding others toward the resources they need to thrive.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Enrollment

Early Learning Company
12.2022 - 06.2025
  • Coordinated and implemented center tours and open house events, for prospective students and their families.
  • Maintained welcoming environment and provided responses for new families through phone, email and lead management system.
  • Supported families and team members with tuition assistance programs and provided application support.
  • Collaborated with marketing team to create promotional materials and website content, ensuring accuracy in messaging regarding programs and services.
  • Developed partnerships with local schools and community organizations to improve outreach and attract prospective families.
  • Supporting team members by providing training and guidance to enhance enrollment practices.
  • Designed effective and user-friendly processes for center directors and families.
  • Liaison between families and childcare centers, facilitating effective communication to support seamless coordination of services.
  • Assisted families in navigating referral processes to local agencies, ensuring access to necessary resources and support services.
  • Managed center availability and team member tour schedules for childcare centers.

Early On Home Visitor

Mecosta-Osceola Intermediate School District
09.2015 - 12.2022
  • Strengthened parent-child relationships through modeling effective communication and interaction techniques.
  • Prepared monthly calendars with educational needs and activities.
  • Enhanced family well-being by conducting regular home visits and providing personalized support.
  • Improved child development outcomes by implementing research-based early intervention strategies.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement comprehensive service plans for families.
  • Empowered parents as their child's first teacher through coaching on age-appropriate activities that foster cognitive growth.
  • Promoted school readiness by addressing individual needs of each child in areas of cognition, language, social-emotional, and physical development.
  • Connected families with community resources, increasing access to essential services such as healthcare, housing assistance, and educational opportunities.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with community organizations and agencies.
  • Monitored progress towards service plan goals.

Early Head Start Home Visitor

Mid-Michigan Community Action Agency
09.2010 - 06.2012
  • Advocated for families within Mecosta and Osceola counties to raise awareness about available resources and supports for low-income households with young children.
  • Supported social-emotional development of children with intentional teaching strategies and age-appropriate activities.
  • Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations governing Early Head Start programs during all aspects of service delivery.
  • Improved parent-child relationships through modeling positive interactions and promoting attachment.
  • Enhanced family engagement by conducting regular home visits and providing personalized support for child development.
  • Encouraged parental involvement in program planning and decision-making processes, fostering a sense of ownership within the Early Head Start community.
  • Managed caseload effectively to ensure timely completion of home visits while maintaining high-quality service for each family.
  • Promoted healthy prenatal outcomes by providing expectant mothers with education on prenatal care, nutrition, and infant development.
  • Supported families in achieving self-sufficiency by connecting them with community resources and services.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all home visits, assessments, referrals, and follow-up actions in accordance with program guidelines.
  • Developed trusting relationships with families by maintaining open communication channels and demonstrating empathy during challenging situations.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure well-rounded support for each family's unique needs.
  • Recruited families and built positive relationships with parents in order to support parenting roles.

Lead Teacher

Devries Daycare of Big Rapids
03.2006 - 09.2010
  • Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding child progress and daily activities.
  • Maintained patience in diverse situations to support child development and personal growth.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans with strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles.
  • Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every child.
  • Developed social-emotional skills in students by modeling empathy, self-regulation, and communication techniques in classroom setting.
  • Supported language development in young learners through consistent exposure to rich vocabulary in context-specific situations.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective teaching strategies.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in early childhood education.

Education

Associate of Arts - Social Sciences

Grace Christian University
Grand Rapids
08-2026

High School Diploma -

Beal City High School
Beal City, MI
01-2006

Skills

  • Effective Communication: Ability to share information clearly and actively listen
  • Empathy: Understanding and sharing the feelings of others, fostering strong connections
  • Problem-Solving: Ability to identify challenges and develop practical solutions
  • Teamwork and collaboration: Ability to work well with others to achieve common goal
  • Organizational Skills: Managing time and tasks efficiently in dynamic environments
  • Advocacy Skills: Ability to represent and support the needs of individuals and communities
  • Flexibility and Adaptability: Adjusting to changing circumstances and client needs
  • Cultural Competence: Awareness and sensitivity to diverse backgrounds and experiences
  • Crisis Intervention: Skills in managing and responding to emergency situations effectively

Certification

  • National Credentialing Program Child Development Associate Credential Infant/Toddler Center Based - 2021
  • Family Service Credential Strength-Based Family Support Portage Project CESA- 2009
  • Certified Nursing Assistant CHES Schooling - 2008


Timeline

Director of Enrollment

Early Learning Company
12.2022 - 06.2025

Early On Home Visitor

Mecosta-Osceola Intermediate School District
09.2015 - 12.2022

Early Head Start Home Visitor

Mid-Michigan Community Action Agency
09.2010 - 06.2012

Lead Teacher

Devries Daycare of Big Rapids
03.2006 - 09.2010

Associate of Arts - Social Sciences

Grace Christian University

High School Diploma -

Beal City High School

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