Robin Werner
West Hartford,Connecticut
Summary
Dynamic leader in Early Childhood Education with extensive experience in administration and curriculum development. Proven ability to enhance staff training and implement best practices. Achieved notable increases in parent satisfaction through innovative program strategies and effective communication. Dedicated to fostering inclusive and engaging learning environments for children and educators alike.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Early Childhood Education
Solomon Schechter of Greater Hartford
West Hartford, Connecticut
08.2023 - Current
- Supervised daily operations of the department including scheduling classes, assigning tasks to faculty members.
- Established and enforced modern educational standards to support student needs.
- Designed and modified the classroom layout to create an accessible and interactive learning space.
- Reviewed existing policies regarding safety protocols within the school building or on field trips and made recommendations for improvements when necessary.
- Collaborated with families, teachers, administrators, and other stakeholders to ensure best practices were being followed in the classroom setting.
- Assisted in developing grant proposals related to funding opportunities available from local foundations or government agencies.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with early childhood education research and best practices.
- Managed budgets related to programming and personnel resources within the department.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to support children's learning and development at home and in the classroom.
- Provided professional development opportunities to early childhood educators and staff.
- Coordinated professional development activities for teachers including seminars, conferences, webinars.
- Recruited, trained and evaluated staff and recommended personnel actions for programs and services.
- Implemented strategies to support children with special needs, ensuring inclusive education practices.
- Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development
California State University Northridge
Los Angeles, CAMaster of Arts - Marriage And Family Therapy Coursework
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CASkills
- Educational policy development
- Classroom design strategies
- Budget management
- Inclusive education practices
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Professional development coordination
- Family support collaboration
Accomplishments
- Innovative Program Award 2013 Presented by the Commission on Jewish Education & Leadership
- Reaccreditation team member for the Connecticut Association of Independent Schools Commission on Membership and Accreditation
Certification
- Reggio Emilia Approach Training Program
- Connecticut Early Learning Standards and Assessment Training Program
- First Aid and CPR Certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director of Early Childhood Education
Solomon Schechter of Greater Hartford
08.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development
California State University Northridge
Master of Arts - Marriage And Family Therapy Coursework
San Francisco State University
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