Lynette Jones
San Francisco,CA
Summary
Proactive and versatile Early Education professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Infant Toddler Center Manager Site Supervisor
Epiphany Parent Child Center
10.2015 - 03.2026
- Supported development and implementation of educational, physical, and social programming for infants and toddlers.
- Followed California licensing rules and worked with licensing staff during the approval process for an infant-toddler site and added a preschool classroom.
- Monitored health and safety procedures across the center.
- Supported recruitment and mentoring of teaching staff.
- Monitored childcare budget adherence to ensure effective resource allocation.
- Organized parent education sessions, child activities, and family support services to enhance family engagement.
- Attended conferences and offsite meetings organized by community and funding partners.
- Communicated clearly with coworkers, clients, and outside agencies.
- Prepared monthly attendance reports and board reports.
- Participated in wellness committee activities to promote health initiatives.
Educational Consultant, Interim Education Manager/ Site Supervisor
Mission Neighborhood Centers, INC
San Francisco, CA
03.2012 - 03.2013
- Managed the overall quality of daily operations for the SF Head Start, California Department of Education, SF First 5-PFA under the Mission Neighborhood Center contract.
- Oversaw daily operations and strategic initiatives as Interim Manager.
- Selection, termination and supervision of all staff, guided and mentored teaching staff in best practices for early learning.
- Implementation of policies and procedures outlined by Federal, State and local agencies, revise, develop and implement Service Area Plans as outlined in the Head Start Performance Standards
- Conducted regular monitoring reports to assess program compliance.
- Established and nurtured partnerships with community organizations to enhance program outreach.
- Oversee and participate in the annual budget for all Early Childhood Programs in the agency.
- Supervised daily operations and managed staff performance as Site Supervisor.
- Monitored California State Community Care Licensing and California Department of Education requirements for preschool programs.
- Monitoring individualized educational programs for children aged 2-5 years including children with disabilities and behavioral challenges
- Conduct parenting classes and engage parents in program planning, workshops and conferences.
Preschool Program Manager/Site Supervisor
Telegraph Hill Neighborhood Center
San Francisco, CA
01.2010 - 02.2012
- The Preschool Program Manager is responsible for designing, implementing and evaluating a culturally inclusive and developmentally appropriate Early Childhood full day Preschool Program. This responsibility includes supervision and evaluation of all teaching staff, volunteers and parent participants. Responsibilities include:
- Oversaw contract management, budgeting, and financial oversight to ensure program sustainability.
- Facilitated child enrollment and registration processes for preschool program. and curriculum development and center wide fundraising efforts
- Oversaw compliance with California State Community Care Licensing and Department of Education requirements, including Preschool for All/First Five regulations.
- Collaborating with other Telegraph Hill Neighborhood Center programs such as Elementary School Aftercare and the Senior Citizen Program
- Providing training for staff and parents on a variety of relevant and required topics
Field Director Division 5
Bright Horizons Family Solutions
Watertown, MA
08.2007 - 10.2009
- A Field Director assumes all responsibilities of the acting director at each assigned site. This requires flexibility, excellent communication and social skills, a friendly professional demeanor, and a hands on approach to problem solving and community building. Other duties include:
- A firm knowledge of child development and best practices for infant, toddler, preschool, and school age children programs
- Managed staffing, staff development, and labor hours to optimize team performance.
- Utilized Procare for payroll, accounts receivable, purchasing, enrollment, and annual budget management.
- Facilitated parent education workshops, providing valuable resources and support for families.
- Adherence to all health, safety and mandated procedures in accordance with CA State Licensing and Bright Horizons.
- In addition, a clear understanding of all Bright Horizons policies and procedures.
Interim Director
One Fifty Parker Avenue School
San Francisco, CA
08.2006 - 08.2007
- The Director is responsible for all operations of the school. The Director is the head of educational and administrative programs at One Fifty Parker; reports to the Board of Directors, and is responsible for the school's consistent achievement of its mission and educational objectives.
- Led curriculum development initiatives in collaboration with staff to enhance educational programs.
- Directed recruitment, employment, and release of personnel, ensuring effective staffing of the school.
- Established strong relationships and communication channels with parents and community groups to foster collaboration.
Acting Director/Lead Teacher
Pacific Primary
San Francisco, CA
08.2003 - 08.2006
- Acted as Director, managing site operations and ensuring continuity of services during absence.
- Planned and implemented curriculum collaboratively with staff, providing guidance and training to enhance educational practices.
- Demonstrated management skills and deep knowledge of licensing requirements and developmentally appropriate practices to maintain compliance and quality.
District Area Supervisor
Institute for Human and Social Development
San Francisco, CA
06.2001 - 06.2003
- Directed district operations for human and social development service programs.
- Supervised field operations and managed Center Based Head Start sites across San Mateo County, ensuring compliance with program standards and enhancing service delivery.
- Monitored program compliance with Institute for Human and Social Development standards.
- Coordinated staff schedules across multiple community service sites.
Executive Director
Playmates Cooperative Nursery School
San Francisco, CA
09.1988 - 07.1999
- The Executive Director plans, administers and manages the educational programs and daily operations for the school population of preschool children, parent volunteers and teaching staff. Collaborated with Board of Directors, Office Manager, Parent Committees, and Teachers to uphold school philosophy, bylaws, and standing rules. Oversaw licensing requirements, admissions, fiscal planning, scheduling, staff development, curriculum development, and community outreach initiatives to enhance program effectiveness.
- Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders, including board members, donors, sponsors, partners, and community leaders.
- Recruited, trained, mentored, evaluated, coached, and managed staff members to ensure success in achieving their goals.
- Managed the organization’s financial resources and operations to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
Education
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Psychology, Developmental &Child Psychology
San Francisco State University
Current California State Supervisor Permit - Preschool Administration/ Fundamentals of Adult Education
San Francisco State University
Associate of Arts - Families and Community
City College of San Francisco
Skills
- Licensing compliance
- Curriculum design
- Program management
- Budget management
- Staff development /Coaching
- Community partnerships
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Relationship building
Custom
- Fundraising organizer for Bright Horizons/ Telegraph Hill Neighborhood Center/MNC and Epiphany Parent Child Center
- References available upon request.
Timeline
Infant Toddler Center Manager Site Supervisor
Epiphany Parent Child Center
10.2015 - 03.2026
Educational Consultant, Interim Education Manager/ Site Supervisor
Mission Neighborhood Centers, INC
03.2012 - 03.2013
Preschool Program Manager/Site Supervisor
Telegraph Hill Neighborhood Center
01.2010 - 02.2012
Field Director Division 5
Bright Horizons Family Solutions
08.2007 - 10.2009
Interim Director
One Fifty Parker Avenue School
08.2006 - 08.2007
Acting Director/Lead Teacher
Pacific Primary
08.2003 - 08.2006
District Area Supervisor
Institute for Human and Social Development
06.2001 - 06.2003
Executive Director
Playmates Cooperative Nursery School
09.1988 - 07.1999
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Psychology, Developmental &Child Psychology
San Francisco State University
Current California State Supervisor Permit - Preschool Administration/ Fundamentals of Adult Education
San Francisco State University
Associate of Arts - Families and Community
City College of San Francisco