Rebecca Herbst
Cadillac,MI
Summary
Experienced Quality Improvement Coach specializing in early childhood education. Enhances educator practices and program quality through effective coaching and resource connection. Supports program leaders and educators in quality improvement processes, ensuring impactful educational experiences for young children. Expertise in relationship management, classroom management, and facilitation drives targeted professional development and coaching initiatives.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Improvement Coach/Infant Toddler Specialist
Great Start to Quality Northwest Resource Center
Traverse City , MI
11.2018 - Current
- Provide educational coaching and technical assistance to early childhood educators and program leaders
- Developed professional development and facilitated strengthen educators' practices and the program's quality
- Established collaborative networks for educators, providing access to essential resources, tools, and community supports
- Support program leaders in navigating Michigan's Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) process
Lead Teacher
YMCA Headstart 4 Yr Program
Cadillac , MI
05.2017 - 08.2018
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to students' needs, learning styles, and academic abilities
- Created an maintained developmentally appropriate learning environment for 3 & 4 years aged students
- Conduct ongoing observations and developmental screenings of students
- Communicated regularly with families to provide updates on academic progress and support student development
Assistant Teacher
MOISD GSRP
Big Rapids, MI
10.2014 - 05.2017
- Assisted Lead Teacher in preparing educational materials for classroom activities.
- Maintained learning environment with updating toys and educational materials
- Record students’ educational progress
Program Administrator
Consolidated Community School Service
Newberry , Michigan
08.2010 - 05.2014
- Oversaw daily operations for GSRP program, ensuring program objectives were met
- Developed & Implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to students' needs, learning style, and academic abilities
- Conducted ongoing observations and developmental screenings of students to inform instructional strategies
- Managed support staff and supervised team members daily
- Communicated with the student's family regarding academic progress
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Lake Superior State University
Sault Ste. Marie, MI05-2003
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Baker College
Cadillac, MISkills
- Program Quality Assessment
- Coaching Techniques
- Professional Development
- Facilitation & Presentation
- Goal Setting
- Relationship Management
Timeline
Quality Improvement Coach/Infant Toddler Specialist
Great Start to Quality Northwest Resource Center
11.2018 - Current
Lead Teacher
YMCA Headstart 4 Yr Program
05.2017 - 08.2018
Assistant Teacher
MOISD GSRP
10.2014 - 05.2017
Program Administrator
Consolidated Community School Service
08.2010 - 05.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Lake Superior State University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Baker College