Rasheedah Northington
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Childcare management professional with solid background in overseeing educational programs and staff. Skilled in fostering collaborative environment, supporting team growth, and ensuring high-quality care. Expertise in curriculum development, staff training, and regulatory compliance. Known for flexibility in adapting to changing needs and consistently delivering impactful results.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director
The Weston School
Indianapolis, IN
09.2024 - 07.2025
- Assisted the director in overseeing daily operations and ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for children
- Providing support to teachers in the classroom, offering guidance on classroom management, and ensuring a positive learning environment.
- Ensuring the health, safety, and comfort of all children, and maintaining compliance with relevant regulations.
- Ensure continuous compliance with relevant regulations (e.g., Indiana Licensing Requirements, Paths to Quality standards) and company brand standards.
Assistant Director
Kid City USA
09.2022 - 08.2024
- Ensure the daily care of every child by following all state guidelines and implementing all corporate guidelines.
- Communicate directly and effectively with parents and staff on a daily basis.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Evaluated staff and offered guidance to enhance knowledge, skills, and professional development to optimize learning environment.
Preschool Teacher
Family Development Services
Indianapolis , IN
08.2017 - 09.2020
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Improved student behavior by implementing effective classroom management strategies and establishing clear expectations for conduct.
- Evaluated student performance regularly through observation, assessment tools, and parent-teacher conferences to ensure academic growth was being achieved consistently across all areas of development.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
Teacher Assistant
ORANGE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Orange, New Jersey
09.2014 - 12.2016
- Assist the classroom teacher in activities and curriculum implementation
- Uphold a learning environment conducive to learning and suitable to the physical, social, and emotional development of students
- Supported the lead teacher in developing curriculum materials, ensuring alignment with state standards and educational objectives.
Substitute Teacher
NEWARK PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Newark, NJ
12.2009 - 07.2013
- Integrated technology into lesson plans, increasing student interest and participation in subjects.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Developed and executed lesson plans to cover required curriculum effectively.
Education
Education (A.A.) - undefined
ESSEX COUNTY COLLEGE
Newark, NJ05.2013
Skills
- Administrative management
- Operations oversight
- Staff management
- Child development expertise
- Health and safety regulations
- Child development
Additional Information
- COMPUTER SKILLS
- Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint ,
Timeline
Assistant Director
The Weston School
09.2024 - 07.2025
Assistant Director
Kid City USA
09.2022 - 08.2024
Preschool Teacher
Family Development Services
08.2017 - 09.2020
Teacher Assistant
ORANGE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
09.2014 - 12.2016
Substitute Teacher
NEWARK PUBLIC SCHOOLS
12.2009 - 07.2013
Education (A.A.) - undefined
ESSEX COUNTY COLLEGE