Kathleen Jackson
Loxahatchee Groves,FL
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Summary
Successful at selecting and developing curricula and lesson plans to fulfill instructional requirements and support learning objectives. Detail-oriented planner and problem-solver assesses quality and effectiveness of instruction and makes positive changes to better serve student needs. Good decision-making, critical thinking and personnel management skills. Well-qualified Assistant Director bringing 38 years of progressive experience in education. Service-oriented and relationship-driven with good administrative and customer service skills. Seek long-term position with room for growth.
Work History
Assistant Director of Education
Tiny Tikes Academy
Loxahatchee Groves, FL
10.2014 - 10.2023
- Coordinated with staff members to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Provided guidance and support to teachers, administrators, and other education professionals.
- Assisted in developing curriculum standards and objectives that aligned with state requirements.
- Conducted assessments of student performance to measure progress towards program goals.
- Organized professional development workshops for educators on best practices in teaching techniques.
- Monitored school attendance rates and identified strategies to improve attendance levels.
- Advised parents on their children's educational needs and monitored their academic progress.
- Facilitated both in-person and virtual training courses to provide valuable training for new and current staff.
- Chartered new hire and ongoing training policies to create continuous development plans.
Assistant Director of Education
Loxahatchee Country Preschool
Loxahatchee Groves, FL
08.1998 - 10.2014
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Organized parent conferences throughout the year to discuss student progress.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Differentiated instruction according to student skill level.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
Education
CDA - Early Childhood Education
Miami Dade Community College
Miami, FL1990
High School Diploma -
Northwest Christian Academy
Miami, FL06.1975
Associate of Science - Elementary School Teaching
Broward Community College
Pembroke Pines, FLEarly Childhood Continuing Education Directors Credential -
Palm Beach College
Lake Worth, FLSkills
- Staff Management
- Consulting
- Staff Coordination
- Operations Management
- Managed staff files
- Managed children's files
- Parent Payments
- Opening and Closing facility
- Managed Curriculum
- Managed office
- CDL with airbrakes License
- Transported children
- Prepared meals
- Taught all ages 2's, 3's, 4's, VPK and afterschool
Certification
Directors Credential
CDA in Early Childhood
First Aide/CPR in Infants and Children
Languages
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Director of Education
Tiny Tikes Academy
10.2014 - 10.2023
Assistant Director of Education
Loxahatchee Country Preschool
08.1998 - 10.2014
CDA - Early Childhood Education
Miami Dade Community College
High School Diploma -
Northwest Christian Academy
Associate of Science - Elementary School Teaching
Broward Community College
Early Childhood Continuing Education Directors Credential -
Palm Beach College
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