Mary Beth Nardella
Charlotte County Public Schools
Port Charlotte,FL
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Charlotte County Public Schools, excelling in lesson planning and behavior management. Proven track record in fostering student engagement and developing social-emotional skills. Adept at collaborating with families and staff to create safe, nurturing learning environments, while continuously enhancing curriculum effectiveness through innovative teaching strategies.
Work History
Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom
- Planned developmentally appropriate lessons aligned with early childhood standards and classroom routines.
- Managed behavior expectations using positive guidance strategies and consistent classroom procedures.
- Assessed student growth through observations, checklists, and progress documentation.
- Communicated daily with families about student needs, milestones, and classroom activities.
- Adapted instruction to support diverse learning styles, readiness levels, and developmental needs.
- Coordinated with support staff to maintain safe, organized, and engaging learning environments.
- Supervised classroom transitions, meals, and outdoor activities with attention to safety.
- Maintained accurate records for attendance, activities, and student performance documentation.
- Encouraged independent problem-solving skills through inquiry-based learning opportunities.
- Established clear expectations for behavior, leading to increased focus during instructional time.
- Developed social-emotional skills in students by modeling empathy, self-regulation, and communication techniques in the classroom setting.
- Supported language development in young learners through consistent exposure to rich vocabulary in context-specific situations.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in early childhood education, translating new knowledge into practical classroom applications.
- Promoted early literacy skills by integrating phonics-based activities into daily routines.
Owner
- Directed daily operations, staffing, and compliance for early learning center
- Established policies and procedures to maintain safe, consistent classroom environments
- Oversaw enrollment, parent communication, and service quality expectations
- Managed budgets, billing, and vendor relationships to support business operations
- Recruited, trained, and supervised teaching staff and support personnel
- Ensured licensing, health, and safety standards across center activities
- Coordinated curriculum implementation aligned with early childhood development goals
- Resolved family concerns promptly while strengthening trust and retention
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
- Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
Owner
- Directed daily childcare operations, ensuring compliance with licensing, health, and safety requirements.
- Oversaw staffing needs, including hiring, scheduling, and performance management for center employees.
- Developed enrollment strategies to support steady classroom occupancy and family retention.
- Implemented curriculum standards and classroom routines aligned with early learning goals.
- Maintained communication with families regarding child progress, policies, and center updates.
- Managed budgets, payroll processes, and vendor relationships to support operational stability.
- Monitored facility readiness, sanitation practices, and emergency preparedness procedures.
- Resolved parent concerns and staff issues promptly to maintain positive center operations.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
Teacher
- Planned age-appropriate lessons supporting early childhood development and classroom engagement.
- Supervised children during indoor activities, outdoor play, and transition routines.
- Implemented daily classroom schedules to maintain structure, consistency, and smooth activity flow.
- Observed student behavior and documented developmental progress for caregiver communication.
- Prepared learning materials, classroom supplies, and instructional activities for group participation.
- Supported social, emotional, and cognitive growth through nurturing guidance and positive reinforcement.
- Maintained safe, clean classroom conditions aligned with childcare standards and procedures.
- Communicated effectively with parents and staff regarding student needs, routines, and concerns.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
Education
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Skills
Childcare needs
Lesson planning
Activity planning
Conflict resolution
Child development
Behavior modeling
Classroom management
Parent-teacher communication
Safety awareness
Key decision making
Parent-teacher collaboration
Lesson development
Staff development
Student engagement
Educational leadership
Training and mentoring
Project-based learning
Differentiated instruction
Teacher training
Student records management
Family engagement
Childcare requirements
Behavior management
Safe learning environment
Small group instruction
Motivating students
Learning strategies
Positive role model and mentor
Community involvement
Curriculum development
Student assessment
Performance assessments
Timeline
Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom
Charlotte County Public Schools
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Owner
Precious Moments Early Learning Center, LLC
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Owner
Busy Day Day Daycare and Preschool LLC
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Teacher
St. Vincent Ferrier Childcare
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Mattatuck Community College
Associate of Science from Early Childhood Education
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