Lori Tedford
Houghton Lake ,MI
Summary
Compassionate and experienced Childcare Director with ten plus years experience working with both young children and their families, as well as staff. Proficiency innsuring adherence to state regulations. Demonstrated strength in enhancing the learning environment for children while maintaining a safe and nurturing setting. Consistently made positive changes by implementing innovative teaching strategies and fostering strong relationships with parents and staff.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childcare Director
Bright Beginnings Child Care Center
Houghton Lake , MI
08.2018 - Current
- Managed daily operations of early childhood programs and staff activities.
- Developed age-appropriate curriculum and learning materials for children.
- Supervised and trained educators to ensure compliance with licensing regulations.
- Coordinated parent communication and organized community outreach events.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through regular assessments and feedback sessions.
- Implemented health and safety protocols to maintain a secure environment.
- Scheduled staff meetings to discuss policy updates and operational improvements.
- Fostered a positive learning atmosphere that encouraged child development and engagement.
- Communicated with parents and fostered strong professional relationships.
- Created a safe, nurturing environment for children by providing appropriate supervision of their activities.
- Maintained accurate records of children's attendance, health information and developmental progress.
- Coordinated daily activities such as meals, rest periods, outdoor playtime and learning activities.
- Inspected facilities regularly to ensure cleanliness and safety requirements are met.
- Developed, implemented and monitored policies and procedures to ensure the safety of all children in care.
- Maintained current knowledge of applicable codes and required procedures to optimize learning environments.
- Developed comprehensive staff schedules to optimize workforce allocation and coverage.
- Coordinated billing cycles and ensured timely invoicing for services rendered.
- Tracked employee attendance records accurately for payroll purposes.
Lead Preschool Teacher
Bright Beginnings Child Care Center
Houghton Lake , MI
09.2013 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Supervised classroom activities, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
- Fostered positive relationships with children and families to support development.
- Assessed children's progress through observation and documentation techniques.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to address children's individual needs effectively.
- Organized and maintained a safe learning environment for children, including supervision of indoor and outdoor playtime.
- Planned and implemented developmentally appropriate activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of children.
- Encouraged positive behavior through positive reinforcement techniques such as praise and rewards.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
- Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI 01.2019 - 01.2022
Associate of Science -
Mid Michigan Community College
Harrison, MI 08.2016 - 08.2018
Skills
- Health and safety
- Staff training
- Licensing compliance
- Family engagement
- Classroom management
- Effective communication
- Team leadership
- Record keeping
- Organizational skills
- Staff management
- Staff hiring
- Compliance procedures
- Licensing regulations
- Policy implementation
- Reporting and documentation
Certification
- CPR and First Aid Certified
Timeline
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development
Central Michigan University
01.2019 - 01.2022
Childcare Director
Bright Beginnings Child Care Center
08.2018 - Current
Associate of Science -
Mid Michigan Community College
08.2016 - 08.2018
Lead Preschool Teacher
Bright Beginnings Child Care Center
09.2013 - Current