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Rebekah Hudson

Rebekah Hudson

Early Childhood Educator
Panama City,FL

Timeline

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Walden University
11.2022 - 02.2025

Summer Music & Arts Day Camp Director

The Salvation Army
06.2009 - 08.2019

Early Childhood Educator (VPK Teacher)

Bay District Schools
07.2006 - Current

Child Care Director

Palo Alto Care Center for Children
07.2002 - 06.2006

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Director Credential

Haney Technical College
05.2002 - 09.2002

Ordained Minister

The Salvation Army
06.1986 - 05.2002

Associate of Arts - Ordained Minister

The Salvation Army College For Officers Training
08.1984 - 06.1986

Work History

Early Childhood Educator (VPK Teacher)

Bay District Schools
07.2006 - Current
  • Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
  • Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
  • Boosted children''s social skills development through group projects and collaborative games.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.

Summer Music & Arts Day Camp Director

The Salvation Army
06.2009 - 08.2019
  • Increased camper satisfaction by developing and implementing engaging camp programs and activities.
  • Established operating budget for camp and controlled expenditures.
  • Planned and implemented [Type] camp unit's daily activities to encourage campers' personal growth and positive peer relationships.
  • Organized session wrap-up events to recognize campers' achievements.
  • Planned weekly camp program schedules for sports, field trips and arts and crafts activities.
  • Oversaw team of counselors and support team members.
  • Communicated with parents, staff and teachers regarding children or program issues.
  • Supervised young campers in recreational activities such as youth sports, aquatics, and arts, and crafts.
  • Trained staff in proper implementation of program systems, familiarizing with camp traditions and verifying basic knowledge of activities.

Child Care Director

Palo Alto Care Center for Children
07.2002 - 06.2006
  • Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
  • Recruited, selected, and retained high-quality staff to reduce turnover and foster stability.
  • Supervised and managed team of childcare professionals to guarantee highest standards of care.
  • Communicated with local and state government agencies to maintain compliance with all regulations.
  • Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
  • Resolved conflicts and administered corrective action to foster positive experience for children and staff.
  • Ensured compliance with all relevant licensing requirements by maintaining detailed documentation and submitting timely reports as necessary.
  • Planned and monitored curriculum and program activities and liaised with teachers to create fun and engaging learning experiences.
  • Monitored and observed child progress, interactions and behavior and reported findings to parents.
  • Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.

Ordained Minister

The Salvation Army
06.1986 - 05.2002
  • Coordinated successful fundraising events to support church initiatives and serve the wider community needs.
  • Developed strong relationships with local community organizations, promoting collaboration and partnership opportunities.
  • Mentored youth group members, nurturing their faith journey while providing guidance on personal challenges.
  • Strengthened connections between families by organizing social events that fostered fellowship among congregants of all ages.
  • Nurtured a vibrant music ministry that enriched worship services and connected congregants through shared artistic expression.
  • Delivered inspiring sermons that connected with the congregation, encouraging personal growth and spiritual development.
  • Encouraged spiritual growth in congregation members by leading retreats focused on deepening faith and understanding of religious principles.
  • Fostered an inclusive atmosphere by welcoming diverse perspectives during group discussions and activities.
  • Empowered lay leadership by providing training opportunities that enabled them to contribute meaningfully to various ministries within the church.
  • Organized and led engaging worship services, enhancing the overall experience for attendees.
  • Managed church operations efficiently by overseeing staff, budgeting resources, and maintaining facilities.
  • Led regular prayer meetings that nourished congregants'' spiritual lives through reflection, meditation, and communal prayer practices.
  • Facilitated thought-provoking Bible study sessions that deepened participants'' understanding of scripture and its relevance to everyday life.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Education

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
11.2022 - 02.2025

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Director Credential

Haney Technical College
Panama City, Florida
05.2002 - 09.2002

Associate of Arts - Ordained Minister

The Salvation Army College For Officers Training
Atlanta, Georgia
08.1984 - 06.1986

Skills

Play-based learning

Problem-solving

Classroom management

Relationship building

Documentation and record keeping

Parent-teacher communication

Lesson planning

Gross motor skills

Maintaining safety

Conflict resolution

Sensory activities

Curriculum planning

Safety awareness

Fine motor skills

Classroom organization

Behavioral modeling

Circle time management

Practical learning

Motor skill development

Leading activities

Curriculum development

Individualized support

Goal setting

Faculty collaboration

Coordinating schedules

Time management

Critical thinking

Clear communication

Team collaboration

Adaptability and flexibility

Health and safety

Positive reinforcement

Behavioral management

Teaching strategies

Crisis intervention

Social-emotional learning

Child assessment

Setting schedules

Child CPR and first aid

Strong work ethic and dependable

Communicating with parents and teachers

Documentation and reporting

Emotional support and development

Supervising classroom activities

Summary

Creative and energetic Early Childhood Education professional devoted to offering diverse activity plans and experiential learning opportunities to enhance individual development. Friendly, supportive, and motivated with a strong desire to promote student potential. Offering 20+ years of experience with a passion for building strong rapport with faculty, students, and caregivers.

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Pursuing a full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.

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