Lori Van Horn
Carbondale,IL
Summary
Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Day Care Licensing Representative II
Illinois Department Of Children & Family Services
Marion, IL
08.2015 - Current
- Conduct inspections at licensed day care facilities
- Conduct investigations of licensing violations and complaints at day care facilities
- Respond to in-person and telephone requests for information
- Stay up-to-date on IL laws and licensing requirements to complete accurate and efficient reviews
- Present prescribed training to day care facilities
Education Specialist
Southern 7 Head Start
Ullin, IL
07.2015 - 08.2015
- Worked with teaching staff to develop lesson plans addressing academic strengths and interests of students, while fostering development and growth
- Reported child outcomes to the Head Start Policy Council and Board of Health
- Developed staff training
Director of Child Development Laboratories
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Carbondale, IL
09.2002 - 08.2015
- Responsible for all aspects of the licensed child care center including placement supervision of 75 practicum/student teachers each semester
- Supervised core staff including Master Teachers, Lead Teachers/Graduate Assistants, clerical staff, and cook
- Designed and implemented staff training
- Maintained DCFS licensure, NAEYC accreditation and ExcellerateIllinois certification.
Education
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Southern Illinois University
Carbondale, Illinois05.1997
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Southern Illinois University
Carbondale, IL05.1995
Associate of Arts -
Kaskaskia College
Centralia, IL05.1992
Timeline
Day Care Licensing Representative II
Illinois Department Of Children & Family Services
08.2015 - Current
Education Specialist
Southern 7 Head Start
07.2015 - 08.2015
Director of Child Development Laboratories
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
09.2002 - 08.2015
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Southern Illinois University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Southern Illinois University
Associate of Arts -
Kaskaskia College
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