Monique Baylor
Lexington Park,US
Summary
Skilled program director adept at managing all facets of program operations, including administration and outreach. Well-versed in multitasking to achieve challenging goals. Prepared to leverage several years' experience the field to take on challenging role. Committed to fostering a culture of growth and excellence, leveraging skills in coaching, fiscal management, and collaboration to enhance program outcomes and expand reach within the community.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Director
St. Mary's County Head Start
Lexington Park
07.2023 - Current
- Developed comprehensive program policies and procedures for early childhood education.
- Collaborated with community partners to enhance service offerings for families.
- Led staff training sessions to improve educational practices and program delivery.
- Monitored compliance with federal and state regulations for early childhood programs.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through regular assessments and feedback collection.
- Facilitated parent engagement initiatives to strengthen family involvement in education.
- Coordinated resources and support services for children with special needs.
- Managed budgets and funding allocations to ensure program sustainability and growth.
- Provided leadership in developing innovative approaches to meet program goals.
- Facilitated staff meetings and educational work sessions to strengthen staff competencies.
- Created and implemented new policies and procedures for the program.
- Hired and developed staff members to collaboratively achieve program goals.
- Conducted needs assessments and developed program objectives.
- Developed strategic plans to ensure successful program operations.
- Recruited, hired, trained, supervised, coached, evaluated, and disciplined personnel.
Mentor Supervisor
Educare of Washington DC
Washington DC, US
02.2022 - 07.2023
- Guided mentors in developing effective teaching strategies for diverse learners.
- Collaborated with educators to create supportive learning environments for students.
- Evaluated mentor progress and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Developed mentorship programs to strengthen relationships between staff and students.
- Coordinated workshops focused on best practices in early childhood education.
- Implemented strategies to promote inclusive practices within educational settings.
- Supported team members in addressing challenges faced by students and families.
- Developed activities to help mentor groups build trust and communication skills.
- Provided feedback to mentors regarding their performance in order to ensure quality standards were met.
- Created individualized plans for each mentee based on their interests and needs.
- Coordinated team-building activities that encouraged positive relationships between mentors and mentees.
Lead Teacher
Educare of Washington DC
Washington DC, US
08.2019 - 02.2022
- Developed lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards and student needs.
- Coordinated classroom activities promoting collaboration and effective learning environments.
- Mentored new teachers on instructional strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Implemented assessments to evaluate student progress and inform teaching practices.
- Facilitated communication between parents, staff, and administration regarding student performance.
- Monitored classroom behavior and implemented positive discipline strategies effectively.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to support diverse learning needs of students.
Administrative Teacher and ECE Coach
Campagna Center
11.2016 - 08.2019
- Oversee and supervised six classrooms ensuring that each are up to Virginia State Licensing Standards throughout the school year.
- Provide monthly inspections, meetings, and expectations of the program to each individual site.
- Provide support and coaching to teaching staff, supporting them with lesson planning, behavior management, classroom management and monthly parent meetings.
- Leading a NAEYC Accredited Head Start classroom. Creating and implementing various activities that support growth cognitively and physically.
- Assist students in gaining social skills.
- Creating a warm and inviting environment for my students and families.
- Provides support with special needs and assists family in locating various services to help meet the needs of the children.
- Creating relationships with families, encouraging parent engagement and volunteering.
Paraprofessional
District of Columbia Public Schools
Washington DC, US
08.2014 - 11.2016
- Assisting in a Head Start classroom.
- Creating and implementing various activities that support growth cognitively and physically.
Lead Teacher
S.M.T.C.C.A.C
11.2012 - 08.2014
- Proactively communicate with parents to acknowledge superior work and areas of concern through discussion, newsletters, assessments, telephone calls, home visits; and encourage parent involvement/ volunteer experience.
Assistant Director
Charles County Public Schools
08.2010 - 06.2012
- Assist in writing assessments, summaries, and evaluations of preschool children.
- Assist in parent communication and involvement for 60+ students ensuring quality care.
Education
BACHELORS OF ARTS - EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
Ashford University
MASTERS OF ARTS - EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION LEADERSHIP
University of Arizona
Skills
- Program Management
- Fiscal Management
- Personnel Management
- Advocacy
- Monitoring
- Coaching
- Onboarding
- Professional Development
- Classroom Management
- Early childhood education
- Community collaboration
- Parent Communication
- Program development
- Compliance monitoring
- Staff training
- Differentiated instruction
- Performance evaluation
- Organizational leadership
- Effective leader
Timeline
Program Director
St. Mary's County Head Start
07.2023 - Current
Mentor Supervisor
Educare of Washington DC
02.2022 - 07.2023
Lead Teacher
Educare of Washington DC
08.2019 - 02.2022
Administrative Teacher and ECE Coach
Campagna Center
11.2016 - 08.2019
Paraprofessional
District of Columbia Public Schools
08.2014 - 11.2016
Lead Teacher
S.M.T.C.C.A.C
11.2012 - 08.2014
Assistant Director
Charles County Public Schools
08.2010 - 06.2012
BACHELORS OF ARTS - EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
Ashford University
MASTERS OF ARTS - EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION LEADERSHIP
University of Arizona