Molly Marcus
Medina,OH
Summary
Dynamic leader in early childhood education with a proven track record at The Goddard School. Expert in curriculum development and child assessment, fostering team collaboration and family engagement. Achieved significant improvements in educational outcomes through innovative program management and a commitment to health and safety.
Professional in early childhood education with deep understanding of developmental milestones and curriculum design. Adept at fostering collaborative environments and driving results through innovative teaching strategies. Strong leadership and communication skills, known for adaptability and reliability in dynamic settings. Skilled in staff training, program evaluation, and parent engagement.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Early Childhood Education
The Goddard School
08.2007 - Current
- Collaborated with teachers and staff to create comprehensive lesson plans tailored to individual student needs.
- Participated actively in local and regional conferences/networks related to early childhood education staying abreast of current research and policy changes.
- Provided coaching support to educators in key areas such as classroom management techniques or instructional strategies.
- Ensured successful transitions for children entering kindergarten by establishing strong partnerships with local school districts.
- Recruited highly qualified staff members through targeted outreach and rigorous interview processes.
- Increased parental involvement through organizing family events aimed at fostering connections between home life and school experiences.
- Implemented data-driven assessment methods to continuously improve educational outcomes for young children.
- Promoted a culture of collaboration among team members by facilitating regular meetings focused on sharing ideas, successes, and challenges.
- Established strong partnerships with families, fostering open communication and shared decision-making processes.
- Evaluated program effectiveness using various assessment tools to identify areas for improvement or enhancement.
- Oversaw day-to-day operations of the center while maintaining compliance with state licensing regulations as well as accreditation standards.
- Developed and maintained a high-quality learning environment for children, ensuring safety, engagement, and growth.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- Implemented school policies, procedures, and systems to promote safe and healthy environment in compliance with state standards.
- Oversaw safety requirements, inspection, and certification procedures to facilitate annual licensing review.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Ohio University
Athens, OH06-2007
Skills
- Child development expertise
- Health and safety
- Program management
- Family engagement
- Valid Ohio license
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Curriculum development
- Child assessment
- Child's CPR certified
- Time management abilities
- First aid certification
- Staff evaluation
- Team building
Certification
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- CPR Certification – American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Director's Credential - Various State Departments of Education or Human Services.
- Early Childhood Education Certification (ECE) - Various State Education Departments.
- Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale (ECERS) Rater Certification – Environment Rating Scales Institute.
- Program Administration Scale (PAS) Assessment Credential – McCormick Center for Early Childhood Leadership.
Timeline
Director of Early Childhood Education
The Goddard School
08.2007 - Current
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- CPR Certification – American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Director's Credential - Various State Departments of Education or Human Services.
- Early Childhood Education Certification (ECE) - Various State Education Departments.
- Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale (ECERS) Rater Certification – Environment Rating Scales Institute.
- Program Administration Scale (PAS) Assessment Credential – McCormick Center for Early Childhood Leadership.
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Ohio University
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