Ruth Pierre-Louis
New York,NY
Summary
Dynamic educator with 14 years of preschool teaching expertise, including 7 years as head teacher. Demonstrates strong organizational skills and effective communication abilities, fostering holistic child development through play-based learning strategies. Committed to engaging families and collaborating with team members to create safe, nurturing learning environments. Certified in child development and CPR, dedicated to delivering exceptional educational experiences.
Overview
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Certification
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29
years of professional experience
Work History
FAMILY ASSISTANT
NORTHERN MANHATTAN HEAD START
NEW YORK, NY
08.2022 - Current
- Assisted the Social Service Supervisor in managing social service programs and parent involvement initiatives.
- Handled the intake process, managing students' health records and attendance.
- Scheduled appointments and communicated effectively with parents through telephone calls.
- Encouraged family engagement in community activities to strengthen support networks.
- Attended workshops and meetings, providing written summaries to enhance service delivery.
HEAD TEACHER
NORTHERN MANHATTAN HEAD START
NEW YORK, NY
09.2019 - Current
- Coordinated with administrative and operational teams to ensure effective curriculum delivery.
- Guided children through conflict resolution and modeled appropriate behavior.
- Supported students requiring extra guidance in understanding the curriculum.
- Worked collaboratively with other teachers to enhance lesson delivery and student learning outcomes.
ASSISTANT TEACHER
NORTHERN MANHATTAN HEAD START
NEW YORK, NY
09.2012 - 09.2019
- Assisted lead teacher in planning and executing lessons, ensuring material met age-appropriate standards.
- Engaged one-on-one with students facing behavioral challenges, reinforcing learning concepts.
- Implemented classroom discipline measures to minimize disruptions and maintain focus on learning.
ASSISTANT COOK
NORTHERN MANHATTAN HEAD START
NEW YORK, NY
09.2009 - 08.2012
- Prepared and cooked meals, ensuring a clean and organized kitchen environment.
- Monitored food inventory and maintained proper food safety standards.
QUALITY CONTROL
MERISEL, INC.
NEW YORK, NY
08.1997 - 01.2009
- Answered customer inquiries regarding shipping options and processed delivery packages.
- Operated office equipment, including switchboards and fax machines, to support administrative functions.
Education
BACHELOR EARLY CHILDHOOD PSY/ED -
TOURO COLLEGE
01-2022
ASSISTANT TEACHER CERTIFICATION - undefined
01-2015
CDA - undefined
01-2013
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
LOUIS D. BRANDEIS HS
01-1991
Skills
- Organizational skills
- Fluent in English and French/Creole
- Curriculum planning
- Confidentiality in handling sensitive information
- Effective verbal and written communication
- Classroom management
- Creative problem solver
Certification
CPR/First Aide, Infectious Diseases, Child Abuse, Shaken Baby, Family Development Credential, OCFS Medication Admin., ECERS/CLASS, DOE Assistant Teacher Cert.
Languages
French
Full Professional
Timeline
FAMILY ASSISTANT
NORTHERN MANHATTAN HEAD START
08.2022 - Current
HEAD TEACHER
NORTHERN MANHATTAN HEAD START
09.2019 - Current
ASSISTANT TEACHER
NORTHERN MANHATTAN HEAD START
09.2012 - 09.2019
ASSISTANT COOK
NORTHERN MANHATTAN HEAD START
09.2009 - 08.2012
QUALITY CONTROL
MERISEL, INC.
08.1997 - 01.2009
CDA - undefined
ASSISTANT TEACHER CERTIFICATION - undefined
BACHELOR EARLY CHILDHOOD PSY/ED -
TOURO COLLEGE
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
LOUIS D. BRANDEIS HS