Michelle Patrick
San Dimas,CA
Summary
Director at Patrick Family with experience as a supervisor, leading staff in early learning. Understanding laws and following Title 5 and Title 22. Significantly build parent engagement and team cohesion. Experienced with creating and implementing early childhood education programs that promote holistic child development. Utilizes team collaboration and effective communication to achieve educational goals. Knowledge of curriculum development and staff management, ensuring high standards of education and care. building relationships with stakeholders. Positive and cheerful head start Teacher with years of experience. Excited to lead child-appropriate activities filled with fun. Areas of expertise include art, music, dramatic play, and science.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Early Childhood Education
Patrick Family Childcare
05.1995 - Current
- Promoted a culture of collaboration among team members by facilitating regular meetings focused on sharing ideas, successes, and challenges.
- Provided coaching support to educators in key areas such as classroom management techniques or instructional strategies.
- Enhanced early childhood education programs by implementing innovative curriculum strategies and learning tools.
- Led continuous improvement efforts by regularly reviewing policies, procedures, and practices in alignment with best practices in early childhood education.
- Parent engagement allowing parents to engage with their children in activities.
- Home Visits
Site Supervisor
TRF
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Supervised a staff of 15 teachers and assistance. Cover breaks and lunches, Title 22 , Title 5
- Trained new team members on site policies and procedures. ASQ- ASQ -SE , CLASS, DRDP, ECRS, CPR- Certified, Director Permit from CTC.
- Improved employee morale through consistent leadership support, fostering a positive working environment conducive to productivity.
- Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
Education
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
National University
La Jolla, CA10.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
National University
La Jolla, CA10.2020
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
East Los Angeles College
Monterey Park, CA06.2017
Skills
- Supervision of 15 staff
- Patience and Empathy
- Communication
- Observation and Assessment
- Conflict and Resolution
- Team building
- Culture Competence
- Regulatory Knowledge of Title 5, Title 22,
- Organization
- Problem Solving
- Play-Based Learning
- Inclusive Practices
- Parent communication
- Parent engagement
- Building relations
- Special needs
Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Classroom Assessment Scoring System™ (CLASS™) Observer Certification – Teachstone.
- ASQ, ASQ-SE
- DRDP
- ECERS
- Early Childhood Education Certification (ECE) - Various State Education Departments.
- Director Permit
- CPR Certified
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Site Supervisor
TRF
04.2024 - 08.2024
Director of Early Childhood Education
Patrick Family Childcare
05.1995 - Current
- First Aid Certification
- Classroom Assessment Scoring System™ (CLASS™) Observer Certification – Teachstone.
- ASQ, ASQ-SE
- DRDP
- ECERS
- Early Childhood Education Certification (ECE) - Various State Education Departments.
- Director Permit
- CPR Certified
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
National University
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
National University
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
East Los Angeles College
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