Natalie Hanson
Littleton,CO
Summary
Dedicated to fostering a safe and nurturing environment that enhances student development and community engagement. Successfully coordinated over 190 student registrations while implementing curriculum improvements that elevate educational outcomes and facilitate teacher leadership as well as strong parent-teacher relationships.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director
HRCA Preschools
Highlands Ranch, Colorado
05.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented curriculum enhancements for preschool classrooms to elevate educational outcomes.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with licensing regulations and safety standards.
- Managed parent communication regarding student progress and school events to cultivate strong relationships.
- Facilitated staff meetings to address educational strategies and promote collaboration among early childhood education professionals.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through regular feedback from parents and staff to drive improvements.
- Supervised recruitment processes, including interviewing candidates and onboarding new hires to optimize team performance.
- Addressed employee relations issues, managing grievances, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
- Performed various administrative tasks to support office operations.
- Registration Coordinated 192 students aged 12 months to five years for HRCA programs, including summer sessions for children aged six to eight.
Lead Teacher/Administrative Assistant
HRCA Preschool
Highands Ranch, CO
08.2015 - 05.2024
- Planned and delivered effective instruction across various subjects for pre-K classes, monitoring progress and providing tailored support.
- Cultivated positive classroom environments to enhance student engagement and social-emotional development.
- Taught online reading and writing classes during the pandemic, adapting instruction for remote learning.
- Completed Learning Without Tears courses to effectively implement writing and reading curriculum, enhancing student literacy outcomes.
- Trained staff on academic curriculum and communication platform, facilitating smooth integration of electronic registration systems.
- Assisted director with staff scheduling and daily operations, ensuring smooth transitions for teachers and families.
- Prepared and scheduled activities and field trips for Camp HRCA while adhering to budget constraints.
- Managed 200+ student medical records, ensuring compliance with Colorado state licensing requirements and supporting student health and safety.
Teacher Assistant
HRCA Preschool
Highlands Ranch, Colorado
08.2013 - 08.2015
- Maximized learning time by keeping students focused and engaged during activities.
- Implemented instructional strategies under lead teacher's guidance to enhance student engagement.
- Facilitated small group learning experiences to reinforce lesson objectives and promote participation.
- Monitored student progress and provided targeted feedback to enhance understanding and support educator strategies.
- Collaborated with staff to develop inclusive activities that accommodated diverse learning needs.
- Prepared classroom materials and visual aids to support lesson concepts.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's daily progress and achievements.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment, fostering positive interactions among preschoolers.
Teacher’s Aide
HRCA Preschool
Highands Ranch, CO
08.2012 - 08.2013
- Enhanced student learning and progression with tailored enrichment lesson plans.
- Monitored student progress and provided constructive feedback to improve academic performance.
- Fostered a supportive educational environment through gentle discipline and encouragement of student success.
- Collaborated with staff to foster a positive learning environment.
- Communicated clearly with parents regarding student behavior and progress updates.
- Supervised children and engaged in activities alongside them.
- Implemented school policies to maintain a safe learning atmosphere.
- Prepared daily instructional materials for effective class management.
Education
High School Diploma -
Murray High School
Murray, UT05-1985
Director Qualified with Colorado Department of Human Services - ECE 111/EQUIT/Pyramid Plus
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Program evaluation
- Early childhood education
- Compliance management
- Student management and registration
- Staff recruitment and management
- Performance monitoring
- Operational leadership
- Workplace relations
- Professional development
- Parent communication
- Music program coordinator
Communication Skills
Collaborating with colleagues, parents, and community members to support student learning and achievement is an essential responsibility of an elementary school teacher.
Timeline
Assistant Director
HRCA Preschools
05.2024 - Current
Lead Teacher/Administrative Assistant
HRCA Preschool
08.2015 - 05.2024
Teacher Assistant
HRCA Preschool
08.2013 - 08.2015
Teacher’s Aide
HRCA Preschool
08.2012 - 08.2013
High School Diploma -
Murray High School