Hi, I’m
Micah Elizabeth Earle
Haymarket,VA
Summary
Compassionate and energetic Montessori Educator with 19 + years in early childhood education. Motivated to help children develop social, academic and creative abilities to foster well-being and progress. Well-versed in developmental milestones and activities to promote curiosity and engagement.
Overview
20
years of professional experience
Work History
KARTER SCHOOLS
Head of School
09.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Helped teachers develop and diversify instruction to better serve students of different skill levels and backgrounds.
- Coordinated outreach events to bring in parents, family members and community at large to support students.
- Partnered with senior administration to create cohesive vision, balancing structure and creative expression to drive productive student learning.
- Established and enforced clear school-wide disciplinary procedures to protect students and staff.
GRACE MONTESSORI SCHOOL
Founding Head of School and Lead Toddler Teacher
04.2019 - 08.2022
Job overview
- Fundraised approximately $200K in funds through grants and donor relationship development.
- Coordinated outreach events to bring in parents, family members and community at large to support students.
- Established school policies and communicated to staff and parents for well-coordinated and high-quality daily operations.
- Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Communicated with parents through enrollment, tours, newsletters, conferences and direct personal communication.
CORNUS MONTESSORI
Lead Infant and Toddler Montessori Teacher
08.2017 - 03.2019
Job overview
- Design environments and activities based upon Montessori philosophy for classrooms of 6 infants and 8 toddlers
- Collaborate with School Director and staff on ways to deliver authentic Montessori education
- Communicate with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors, and related issues.
LEPORT SCHOOLS, NOVA
Head of School and Infant/Toddler Montessori Coordinator
07.2016 - 07.2017
Job overview
- Orchestrated daily operations of growing campus of 35 children and 10 staff members
- Conducted school tours for prospective parents and followed up resulting in 30% increase in enrollment
- Ensured campus met all state licensing standards to provide educational and nurturing environment for children, staff and parents
- Coordinated and facilitated Parent and Child classes to educate potential families on Montessori philosophy leading to increase in enrollment
- Established Infant/Toddler Montessori best practices for 12 LePort campuses
- Conducted training and classroom observations to team of 30 infant/toddler teachers across 7 campuses to deliver high quality Montessori program.
The Boyd School
Director of Teacher Education and Toddler Lead Teacher
12.2015 - 06.2016
Job overview
- Supported families, teachers and staff during transition from Boyd to LePort through communication and being positive presence
- Promoted feelings of security and trust in toddlers by encouraging them through activities
- Observed infant/toddler classrooms and provided reflective feedback to lead teachers and campus directors.
THE BOYD SCHOOL
Director of Teacher Education and Lead Toddler Teacher
08.2015 - 11.2015
Job overview
- Guided group of 10 children giving one on one attention while maintaining overall focus on the classroom
- Planned and implemented lesson plans to meet the specific needs of each child
- Developed and provided training and staff development programs using a variety of methods.
The Boyd School
Infant Toddler Curriculum Coordinator
01.2014 - 07.2015
Job overview
- Conducted professional development to group of 12 Infant and Toddler Lead Teachers focusing on Montessori best practice
- Successfully launched Montessori student record-keeping software including training staff and providing support for 45 lead teachers and 7 Campus Directors
- Coordinated writing and submission of American Montessori Society School Self-Study for re accreditation.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
The Boyd School
Teaching Campus Director
08.2009 - 01.2014
Job overview
- Dual role of managing day-to-day activities of newly opened campus of two classrooms and leading classroom
- Increased enrollment by 500 percent in first year by forging relationships with community members and key stakeholders
- Cultivated long-term relationships with parents and students to foster environment of academic success
- Conferred with parents and staff to discuss educational activities and policies, students' behavioral or learning challenges.
The Boyd School
Montessori Toddler Lead Teacher
07.2008 - 08.2009
Job overview
- Created a child-centered curriculum and environment for a group of 10 children based upon Montessori philosophy
- Conducted developmental screenings and ongoing assessments of motor, language, social, cognitive and emotional skills development
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and needs and suggested ways to promote learning and development at home.
The Boyd School
Public Relations Coordinator
07.2006 - 07.2008
Job overview
- Increased tour traffic and built brand awareness for 7 Montessori schools through local and national advertising and community events
- Submitted press releases highlighting school events and worked directly with local press
- Coordinated, wrote and edited quarterly campus-wide newsletter
The Boyd School
Human Resources Coordinator
08.2003 - 06.2006
Job overview
- Performed HR processes including employment agreements, payroll, leave tracking, and benefits administration for over 100 employees
- Developed and implemented recruiting strategies to meet anticipated staffing needs
- Reviewed and revised Employee and Parent Handbooks annually to ensure all regulations met.
- Assisted with recruitment process by posting job ads, filtering applications, scheduling interviews, assisting in interview process and drafting offer letters
- Completed background and reference checks to facilitate hiring and onboarding of employees
Education
Center For Montessori Teacher Education NC, Huntersville, NC
Montessori Birth-3 Credential (MACTE, AMS)
05.2009
THE UNIVERSITY oF TEXAS At Austin, Austin, TX
BBA from Marketing And International Business
12.1993
Skills
- Early Childhood Education
- Virginia licensing regulations
- Admission procedures
- Excellent Communication
- Self-Motivated
- Organization and Time Management
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Curriculum Development
- Training and Development
- Staff Management
- Recruiting and Sourcing
- Event Coordination
- Hire Personnel
Timeline
Head of School
KARTER SCHOOLS
09.2022 - Current
Founding Head of School and Lead Toddler Teacher
GRACE MONTESSORI SCHOOL
04.2019 - 08.2022
Lead Infant and Toddler Montessori Teacher
CORNUS MONTESSORI
08.2017 - 03.2019
Head of School and Infant/Toddler Montessori Coordinator
LEPORT SCHOOLS, NOVA
07.2016 - 07.2017
Director of Teacher Education and Toddler Lead Teacher
The Boyd School
12.2015 - 06.2016
Director of Teacher Education and Lead Toddler Teacher
THE BOYD SCHOOL
08.2015 - 11.2015
Infant Toddler Curriculum Coordinator
The Boyd School
01.2014 - 07.2015
Teaching Campus Director
The Boyd School
08.2009 - 01.2014
Montessori Toddler Lead Teacher
The Boyd School
07.2008 - 08.2009
Public Relations Coordinator
The Boyd School
07.2006 - 07.2008
Human Resources Coordinator
The Boyd School
08.2003 - 06.2006
Center For Montessori Teacher Education NC
Montessori Birth-3 Credential (MACTE, AMS)
THE UNIVERSITY oF TEXAS At Austin
BBA from Marketing And International Business
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