Magie Stevenson
Elsmore,KS
Summary
Early Childhood Program Director and versatile professional with extensive experience in classroom instruction, staff leadership, and childcare operations management. Over 4 years as a Lead Preschool Teacher and 5 years as an Assistant Teacher serving children from infant through school-age, creating supportive, engaging, and structured learning environments. Skilled in regulatory compliance, enrollment coordination, staff supervision, and maintaining organized, well-run programs. Additional background in administrative support and retail management with experience in business documentation, employee records, cash handling, inventory control, and team training. Recognized for reliability, adaptability, strong attention to detail, and the ability to effectively manage both people and complex situations while maintaining a positive and efficient workplace.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Director
Cubs Care
Humboldt
10.2025 - Current
- Oversee daily operations of licensed childcare facility, ensuring compliance with state regulations and KDHE standards
- Manage staff scheduling, training, and performance evaluations, including supervision of high school team members
- Maintain accurate records for licensing, attendance, payroll, and child files
- Foster strong relationships with families through consistent communication and problem resolution
- Manage tuition payments, invoicing, and financial tracking systems
- Ensure a safe, organized, and nurturing learning environment for children ages infant through school-age
Lead Preschool Teacher
The Growing Place
Humboldt KS
08.2021 - 10.2025
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Monitored and documented students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Assisted and supervised 18 children through entire school day.
Closing Management, Cashier, Stocker
Our Market
Humboldt, KS
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.
- Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
- Processed refunds and exchanges in accordance with company policy.
Assistant Preschool Teacher
The Growing Place
Humboldt, KS
05.2016 - 08.2021
- Assisted teacher with developing creative program suitable for preschool children.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes
- Maintained tidy and clean classroom consistent with safety and health standards.
- Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing and crafts.
- Enforced behavior expectations at all times.
- Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings, and increase overall student happiness.
Clerical
B&W Trailer Hitches
Humboldt, KS
04.2018 - 01.2020
- Kept office records organized and supplies well-stocked for optimal team performance.
- Enhanced recordkeeping storage space and usability by reorganizing physical filing systems.
- Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports, and scanned documents to bolster organizational workflow.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
Education
International Montessori Teaching Diploma - Early Childhood Education
North America Montessori Center (NAMC)
Montana, USA07-2025
Child Development Associate (CDA) - Early Childhood Education
CDA National Credentialing Program
Washington04-2024
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Allen Community College
Iola, KSHigh School Diploma -
Marmaton Valley High School
Moran, KS05-2017
Skills
- Staff Supervision & Team Leadership
- Early Childhood Curriculum Development
- Child Development Assessment & Documentation
- Parent Communication & Family Engagement
- Regulatory Compliance & Licensing Standards (KDHE)
- Administrative Recordkeeping & Office Organization
- Scheduling & Workforce Coordination
- Cash Handling & Financial Transactions
- Conflict Resolution & Problem Solving
- Classroom & Behavior Management
- Inventory Control & Operational Support
- Time Management & Multitasking
Timeline
Program Director
Cubs Care
10.2025 - Current
Lead Preschool Teacher
The Growing Place
08.2021 - 10.2025
Closing Management, Cashier, Stocker
Our Market
08.2021 - 08.2022
Clerical
B&W Trailer Hitches
04.2018 - 01.2020
Assistant Preschool Teacher
The Growing Place
05.2016 - 08.2021
Child Development Associate (CDA) - Early Childhood Education
CDA National Credentialing Program
High School Diploma -
Marmaton Valley High School
International Montessori Teaching Diploma - Early Childhood Education
North America Montessori Center (NAMC)
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Allen Community College
Trainings
- CPR, AED, and First Aid for Children, Infants, and Adults
- 100+ hours of KDHE Child Care Licensing Approved Trainings