Karla Capellan
Summary
Results-oriented executive professional with history of delivering impactful organizational changes and strategic initiatives. Proven ability to lead and inspire teams, ensuring alignment with company goals and fostering culture of excellence. Renowned for adaptability and strong focus on achieving measurable results through effective collaboration and leadership.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Director
Little Sprouts
06.2022 - 09.2024
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization.
- Guided staff through periods of organizational change, maintaining morale and engagement during transitions.
- Forge strong relationships with board members, providing regular updates on organizational progress and soliciting their expertise when needed.
- Fostered work culture of collaboration and inclusion to increase morale and reduce turnover.
Assistant Director
Little Sprouts
05.2017 - 06.2022
- Streamlined communication between teachers, parents, and administrators to foster a collaborative learning environment.
- Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding process for new educators to maintain a high-quality teaching staff.
- Implemented effective conflict resolution strategies for resolving issues among faculty members or between students.
- Mentored new teachers through observation, feedback, and professional development opportunities.
- Assisted the Director in developing innovative programs to improve students'' academic performance and retention rate.
- Conducted regular safety drills to ensure preparedness in case of emergency situations at school premises.
Preschool Lead Teacher
Little Sprouts
04.2013 - 05.2017
- Completed documentation on individual children and teachers for recordkeeping.
- Planned and prepared activities for [age] students.
- Built strong relationships with parents, providing regular updates on student progress and addressing concerns promptly.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment, fostering respect, empathy, and teamwork among students.
- Provided open and loving environment where children direct learning process.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, offering guidance on lesson planning, classroom management techniques, and parent communication strategies.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
Toddler Lead Teacher
Little Sprouts
02.2008 - 04.2013
- Increased parent satisfaction by maintaining open communication and providing regular progress updates.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by modeling appropriate behavior and fostering respect among students.
- Integrated multicultural content into daily lessons to promote diversity awareness among young learners.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date with current trends in early childhood education.
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Education
Associates Early Education -
Penn Foster College
Scottsdale, AZAssociates Childhood Education - Early Childhood Care And Education
Northern Essex Community College
Lawrence MA04-2022
Associates Childhood Education - Early Childhood Care And Education
Cambridge College
Lawrence01-2009
High School Diploma -
Lawrence High School
Lawrence, MA06-2007
Skills
- Community engagement
- Building age appropriate lesson plans
- Strategic planning
- Staff management
- Relationship building
- Leadership development
Certification
- Director 1 & II Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Executive Director
Little Sprouts
06.2022 - 09.2024
Assistant Director
Little Sprouts
05.2017 - 06.2022
Preschool Lead Teacher
Little Sprouts
04.2013 - 05.2017
Toddler Lead Teacher
Little Sprouts
02.2008 - 04.2013
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Associates Early Education -
Penn Foster College
Associates Childhood Education - Early Childhood Care And Education
Northern Essex Community College
Associates Childhood Education - Early Childhood Care And Education
Cambridge College
High School Diploma -
Lawrence High School
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