Rachel Hardy
Columbia City,IN
Summary
Offers extensive knowledge of child development and education. Skilled in creating and managing programs to create safe, secure and nurturing environment for children. Experienced in successful staff management and program development.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Childcare and Inclusive Programming
Kosciusko County Parkview YMCA
06.2018 - Current
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Developed relationships with community organizations to provide additional resources and services to families.
- Enhanced childcare program quality by implementing innovative educational activities and hands-on learning experiences.
- Reduced staff turnover rate by fostering a positive work culture centered on teamwork, support, and growth opportunities.
- Evaluated staff and offered guidance to enhance knowledge, skills, and professional development to optimize learning environment.
- Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
- Developed strong parent partnerships by maintaining open communication and addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
YMCA Camp Little Eagle Coordinator
Kosciusko YMCA
05.2010 - 08.2018
- Managed daily camp schedules and staff schedules
- Created age appropriate daily plans for each age group
- Assisted Director with implementation of CATCH curriculum and organized data for grant purposes
- Assisted Director with behavior management throughout camp
Special Education Teacher
Warsaw Community Schools
07.2012 - 05.2018
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Managed a caseload of 35 students, both diploma bound and certificate of completion.
- Worked as an inclusion teacher in Algebra and Interpersonal Relationships
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mild Intervention
Indiana Purdue Fort Wayne
FT. Wayne, INBachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Grace College And Seminary
Winona Lake, IN05.2010
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Interpersonal Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Staff Management
- Program Development
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Team building
- Attention to Detail
- Parent Communication
Timeline
Director of Childcare and Inclusive Programming
Kosciusko County Parkview YMCA
06.2018 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Warsaw Community Schools
07.2012 - 05.2018
YMCA Camp Little Eagle Coordinator
Kosciusko YMCA
05.2010 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Mild Intervention
Indiana Purdue Fort Wayne
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Grace College And Seminary
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