Laura Hilla
Summary
Creative and energetic Early Childhood Education professional devoted to offering diverse activity plans and experiential learning opportunities to enhance individual development. Friendly, supportive and motivated with strong desire to promote student potential. Offering seventeen years of experience with passion for building strong rapport with faculty, students, families and caregivers.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Infant Teacher
The Goddard School-Edison Square
02.2024 - Current
- Enhanced infant development by implementing age-appropriate activities and lessons.
- Boosted communication skills among infants through engaging storytelling and song sessions.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for infants by adhering to strict safety protocols and guidelines.
- Contributed to the emotional growth of infants by providing consistent support, care, and encouragement.
- Developed strong relationships with parents by maintaining open communication channels and providing regular updates on their child''s progress.
Center Director
The Goddard School-Edison Square
10.2021 - 02.2024
- Oversees the general day-to-day operations of the CDC program
- Develops, maintains, and updates all operational and personnel policies
- Assures that the facility maintains all NC licensing, building, fire, and sanitation standards concerning the physical safety and well-being of the children
- Seeks, organizes, or plans professional development opportunities for CDC staff to meet all licensing regulations
- Maintains record-keeping for the CDC as per licensing requirements, including all center records (staff and children's files).
Lead Infant Teacher
The Goddard School-Edison Square
01.2021 - 10.2021
- Enhanced infant development by implementing age-appropriate activities and lessons.
- Boosted communication skills among infants through engaging storytelling and song sessions.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for infants by adhering to strict safety protocols and guidelines.
- Contributed to the emotional growth of infants by providing consistent support, care, and encouragement.
- Developed strong relationships with parents by maintaining open communication channels and providing regular updates on their child''s progress.
- Maintained accurate records of each infant''s developmental milestones, achievements, and areas for improvement.
STEM Teacher
The Goddard School-Edison Square
08.2019 - 01.2021
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing various teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Increased classroom engagement through the incorporation of hands-on, inquiry-based activities in lesson plans.
- Developed strong relationships with students by fostering a positive and supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced collaboration among peers by implementing group projects and cooperative learning strategies.
Lead Infant Teacher
The Children's Courtyard-Concord
03.2019 - 08.2019
- Enhanced infant development by implementing age-appropriate activities and lessons.
- Boosted communication skills among infants through engaging storytelling and song sessions.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for infants by adhering to strict safety protocols and guidelines.
- Contributed to the emotional growth of infants by providing consistent support, care, and encouragement.
- Developed strong relationships with parents by maintaining open communication channels and providing regular updates on their child''s progress.
NC Pre-K Assistant Teacher
Partners In Learning Child Development Center
08.2018 - 03.2019
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into the curriculum.
- Enhanced students'' critical thinking skills through problem-solving exercises and open-ended questions.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lessons, promoting interdisciplinary learning among students.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Monitored student progress regularly, using assessments to adjust instructional strategies as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to address diverse learning needs of the students in the class.
Lead Infant Teacher
The Goddard School-Mallard Creek
01.2018 - 08.2018
- Enhanced infant development by implementing age-appropriate activities and lessons.
- Boosted communication skills among infants through engaging storytelling and song sessions.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for infants by adhering to strict safety protocols and guidelines.
- Contributed to the emotional growth of infants by providing consistent support, care, and encouragement.
- Developed strong relationships with parents by maintaining open communication channels and providing regular updates on their child''s progress.
Lead Preschool Teacher
Concord Children's Academy
07.2015 - 01.2018
- Enhanced preschoolers'' learning experiences by incorporating creative and interactive teaching methods in daily lessons.
- Developed individualized lesson plans for each student, resulting in increased academic growth and understanding.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop curriculum and share best practices, improving overall classroom effectiveness.
- Fostered a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment where all students felt comfortable participating and sharing ideas.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication regarding their child''s progress, fostering increased parental involvement in the educational process.
Education
Master of Science - E.C.E. Program Administration And Leadership
The University of North Carolina-Greensboro
Greensboro, NC05.2026
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Stanly Community College
Albemarle, NC12.2017
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Durham Technical Community College
Durham, NC05.2000
Skills
- Progress Reporting
- Group and individual instruction
- Social Skills Development
- Safety regulations compliance
- Child development expertise
- Staff Management
- Regulatory knowledge
- Staff Evaluation
- Active Listening
- Continuous Improvement
- Organizational Skills
- Program assessment
Timeline
Lead Infant Teacher
The Goddard School-Edison Square
02.2024 - Current
Center Director
The Goddard School-Edison Square
10.2021 - 02.2024
Lead Infant Teacher
The Goddard School-Edison Square
01.2021 - 10.2021
STEM Teacher
The Goddard School-Edison Square
08.2019 - 01.2021
Lead Infant Teacher
The Children's Courtyard-Concord
03.2019 - 08.2019
NC Pre-K Assistant Teacher
Partners In Learning Child Development Center
08.2018 - 03.2019
Lead Infant Teacher
The Goddard School-Mallard Creek
01.2018 - 08.2018
Lead Preschool Teacher
Concord Children's Academy
07.2015 - 01.2018
Master of Science - E.C.E. Program Administration And Leadership
The University of North Carolina-Greensboro
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Liberty University
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Stanly Community College
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Durham Technical Community College
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