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Mary Grace

Palos Hills,IL

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience as an Admin Coordinator and Lead Teacher at Children's Learning Center. Proven ability in project coordination and relationship building, successfully leading teams to enhance educational outcomes. Adept at maintaining meticulous records and fostering a safe, engaging learning environment for children and families.

Highly organized professional with proven track record in coordinating complex tasks and ensuring seamless operations. Adept at managing schedules, resources, and stakeholders to achieve project goals effectively. Renowned for fostering teamwork and adapting to dynamic environments, making significant contributions to organizational success.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Admin Coordinator /Lead Preschool Teacher

Children's Learning Center
04.2024 - Current

Administrative Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support to the Center Director, including tasks such as scheduling, record-keeping, and communication with parents.
- Manage the center's front desk, answering phones, responding to emails, and greeting visitors.
- Assist with enrollment, registration, and other administrative tasks as needed.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, including attendance, immunization records, and emergency contact information.


Teacher Responsibilities
- Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that promote children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
- Lead a team of teachers to ensure high-quality education and care for children.
- Observe, assess, and report on children's progress, providing regular feedback to parents.
- Maintain a safe, healthy, and organized learning environment.

Lead Teacher

KinderCare Learning Centers
02.2021 - 03.2024

- Design and implement engaging lesson plans that align with KinderCare's curriculum and philosophy
- Lead and mentor a team of teachers to achieve center goals and promote a positive work environment
- Build strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues
- Communicate effectively with parents and guardians through daily reports, parent-teacher conferences, and other means
- Maintain a safe, healthy, and organized learning environment
- Meet all state and company requirements for background checks, health and safety regulations, and other center-specific needs

Assistant Teacher

Safari Life Learning Center
01.2020 - 02.2021

- Assist the Lead Teacher in planning, implementing, and evaluating educational programs for children
- Support the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of individual children
- Maintain a safe, healthy, and organized learning environment
- Communicate effectively with children, parents, and colleagues
- Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and other professional development opportunities
- Follow all school/center policies and procedures

Education

Coursework in Early Childhood - Early Childhood Education

Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, IL
08-2024

Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting And Finance

Ain Shams University
Egypt
05-2013

Skills

  • Multitasking and organization
  • Customer service
  • Data entry
  • Decision-making
  • Relationship building
  • MS office
  • Project coordination
  • Staff management
  • Administrative leadership
  • Discretion and confidentiality
  • Document management
  • Recordkeeping
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Parent communication
  • Language development
  • Classroom organization
  • Creative lesson plans
  • Classroom management experience
  • Bilingual in Arabic

Accomplishments

  • Completed coursework in child development, curriculum planning, and classroom management From Moraine Valley Community collage
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans that promoted children's cognitive, social, and emotional growth
  • - Built strong relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
    - Created a safe, healthy, and organized learning environment
    - Assisted in the development and implementation of center-wide programs and events
  • - Participated in community events and outreach programs
    - Built relationships with local businesses and organizations
    - Assisted in the development and implementation of community-based programs

Certification

  • Licensed Paraprofessional License
  • Food Manager Licensed
  • CDA Certificate
  • PDR ( Gateway Courses)
  • CPR
  • First Aid
  • Food Handler


Languages

English
Full Professional
Arabic
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Admin Coordinator /Lead Preschool Teacher

Children's Learning Center
04.2024 - Current

Lead Teacher

KinderCare Learning Centers
02.2021 - 03.2024

Assistant Teacher

Safari Life Learning Center
01.2020 - 02.2021

Coursework in Early Childhood - Early Childhood Education

Moraine Valley Community College

Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting And Finance

Ain Shams University
Mary Grace