Laurel Jewett
Boyne City,United States
Summary
Highly motivated and experienced Preschool Director with 17+ years in early childhood education, bringing a strong background in program leadership, staff development, and supporting diverse learners. Proven track record of developing successful educational programs, inspiring staff, and creating positive, engaging learning environments for young children. Skilled in literacy development, social-emotional learning, and special education practices, with a demonstrated ability to coach educators, strengthen instructional quality, and build meaningful relationships with families and the community. Dedicated to providing high-quality childcare and educational experiences while ensuring compliance and continuous program improvement.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Director
Boyne City Public Schools/Early Learners Program
Boyne City
07.2018 - Current
- Maintain confidentiality in regards to staff and students.
- Participates in meetings, events, and training when needed.
- Participate in the IEP process for serving children with special needs and implementation of appropriate planning.
- Supervise and evaluate staff performance, including hiring, training, and disciplinary actions
- Developing policies and procedures that meet state requirements and communicating them to staff and teachers
- Develop and maintain relationships with parents and provide ongoing communication about their children’s progress
Head Start/GSRP Teacher
Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency
Boyne City
08.2009 - 06.2018
- Encouraged the social development of students by facilitating meaningful opportunities for play.
- Created and fostered positive relationships with parents and family members of students.
- Provided various hands-on activities to promote critical thinking skills.
- Monitored and recorded the progress of students, and created plans for improvement.
- Conducted home visits and parent teacher conferences
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to student needs.
Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) Lead Teacher
Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency
Honor
01.2007 - 06.2009
- Maintained a positive relationship with children, parents and staff
- Designed a developmentally appropriate classroom environment
- Maintain confidentiality
- Follow agency procedures to assure licensing requirements are being followed and implemented
- Use strategies for behavior management, such as clear behavior expectations, being proactive and redirecting misbehavior
Education
Masters of Education - Instruction and Curriculum with an Emphasis in Early Childhood Education with ZS Endorsement
Grand Valley State University
Traverse City05-2015
Early Childhood Endorsement (ZA) - undefined
Central Michigan University
Traverse City05-2007
Bachelor of Science - Education Minors: Geography, Language Arts and Planned Program
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, Michigan08-2004
Skills
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Curriculum and Instruction
- Multitasking Skills
- Leadership Skills
- Crisis management
- Staff training and Supervision
- Special needs support
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Knowledge of Child Development
- Creative Problem Solving Skills
Certification
- CPR/First Aid
- Bloodborne Pathogens
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)
- ALICE
- Michigan Ongoing Health and Safety Refresher
- Seclusion and Restraint
- Clifton Strengths
- Approved Trainer in MiRegistry
- Interrater Reliability Certification-Teaching Strategies
- CACFP Food Service Training
Timeline
Preschool Director
Boyne City Public Schools/Early Learners Program
07.2018 - Current
Head Start/GSRP Teacher
Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency
08.2009 - 06.2018
Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) Lead Teacher
Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency
01.2007 - 06.2009
Early Childhood Endorsement (ZA) - undefined
Central Michigan University
Masters of Education - Instruction and Curriculum with an Emphasis in Early Childhood Education with ZS Endorsement
Grand Valley State University
Bachelor of Science - Education Minors: Geography, Language Arts and Planned Program
Central Michigan University