RONNEJA BURSE
Eglin AFB,FL
Summary
Dedicated Early Childhood Educator and Childcare Director with over 14 years of experience in Department of Defense, civilian, and family child care settings. Proven leader adept at enhancing program quality, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving operational efficiency. Skilled in curriculum development, staff training, budgeting, and strategic planning. Committed to fostering positive learning environments and building strong relationships with stakeholders.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Education Technician
Department of the Air Force, Child Development Cen
11.2024 - Current
- Serve as a Senior Educational Technician, offering support and guidance to assigned personnel
- Designated Supervisor on Duty as needed, overseeing center operations during extended hours and in the absence of the Assistant Director and/or Director.
- Provide technical program oversight, mentoring, training, and guidance to lower-graded assistants, lead program assistants, and technicians.
Childcare Director
Child Development Schools (Childcare Network)
05.2023 - 11.2024
- Supervised and mentored a team of 30 employees, improving staff performance and retention by 15%.
- Managed daily operations across 10 classrooms, ensuring 100% regulatory compliance.
- Increased profitability by 20% within six months through effective budgeting and financial management.
- Achieved quarterly enrollment growth via targeted marketing and community engagement, earning profit bonuses.
Teacher
Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA)
08.2021 - 02.2023
- Delivered instruction aligned with DoDEA standards, boosting academic performance by 10%.
- Developed engaging lesson plans integrating technology.
- Fostered an inclusive classroom environment supporting diverse learning needs.
Family Childcare Director
Department of The Air Force
01.2012 - 01.2021
- Operated licensed home-based childcare services at Barksdale AFB, Wright Patterson AFB, and Kadena AB.
- Received 'Excellence in Family Childcare' award from the 18th Force Support Squadron, Kadena AB Japan (2022).
- Managed business operations, including budgeting and compliance.
- Increased client enrollment through high-quality care and referrals.
- Operated a childcare business that became the model for the globally adopted Virtual Lab School training.
Early Childhood Educator & Paraprofessional Roles
Various Educational Instutions
01.2010 - 01.2019
- Delivered classroom instruction and supported student learning in childcare centers and school settings.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curricula aligned with educational standards.
- Created engaging and inclusive learning environments, enhancing student participation and performance.
- Assisted in classroom management and provided individualized support to students with special needs.
- Managed home-based childcare services, overseeing business operations, budgeting, and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained records of children's progress and communicated effectively with parents.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Millcreek, Utah05-2023
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Childcare management software
- Procare
- Brightwheel
- Educational technology tools
- Smartboard
- Google Classroom
- Data analysis
- Excellent communication
- Organizational abilities
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
Professional Development
- Advanced Leadership Training, 2023
- Inclusive Classroom Practices Workshop, 2022
Certification
Florida Staff & Director's Credentials
DCF 40 Training Hours
CPR & First Aid
Air Force Child Care Modules
Timeline
Education Technician
Department of the Air Force, Child Development Cen
11.2024 - Current
Childcare Director
Child Development Schools (Childcare Network)
05.2023 - 11.2024
Teacher
Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA)
08.2021 - 02.2023
Family Childcare Director
Department of The Air Force
01.2012 - 01.2021
Early Childhood Educator & Paraprofessional Roles
Various Educational Instutions
01.2010 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Governors University
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