Melissa Corcoran
Elgin,IL
Summary
Dynamic education leader with extensive experience at The Learning Tree of Elgin West, excelling in staff development and program coordination. Proven track record in mentoring educators, enhancing student engagement, and fostering strong family relationships. Skilled in curriculum implementation and community partnership building, ensuring high-quality educational experiences.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director
The Learning Tree of Elgin West
02.2014 - Current
- Create strong family relationships by implementing a successful Family Journey; Leading personal and informative tours, a smooth registration and orientation process, and following up to be sure their transition is smooth.
- Oversee the recruitment, and onboarding process for new educators to maintain a high-quality teaching staff.
- Mentored new teachers through observation, feedback, and professional development opportunities.
- Implement curriculum, polices and procedures in order to create a high quality program; Work with Quality Specialist to maintain and exceed our silver star rating
- Manage our kitchen by overseeing the ordering of supplies, control spending and ensure safety and health standards are being followed; Possess a kitchen manager certification
- Developed strong relationships with community partners to build our presence with in the community; Create fun and informative posts to increase our social media following
- Assist our center experience leader with planning and executing family and staff events; highlighting events listed on the family calendar.
- Assist the center director with management responsibilities such as billing, CCAP, building and bus maintenance, and other program tasks as needed
Program Director
Primrose Schools
04.2013 - 02.2014
- Primary responsibility was to assist teachers in implementing the Primrose curriculum, purchase any supplies needed and train the teachers in the curriculum approaches
- Mentored team members for professional development, resulting in increased productivity and job satisfaction.
Lead Teacher
The Learnng Tree of Elgin West
07.1996 - 04.2013
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success and emotional development at home and school.
- Maintained patience in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, ILEarly Childhood Care And Education
Elgin Community College
Elgin, ILSkills
- Staff development
- Employee relations
- Program coordination
Timeline
Assistant Director
The Learning Tree of Elgin West
02.2014 - Current
Program Director
Primrose Schools
04.2013 - 02.2014
Lead Teacher
The Learnng Tree of Elgin West
07.1996 - 04.2013
Bachelor of Science - Education
Northern Illinois University
Early Childhood Care And Education
Elgin Community College
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