Sally Delucia
Hudson,NH
Summary
To obtain a position as a center director of a child care facility. Seeking to find a position that will utilize outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills and offer the opportunity to learn new ways of interacting with children and families in a constructive manner.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Director
Billy Dalwin Preschool
Lexington, MA
06.2022 - Current
- Recruited, selected, and retained high-quality staff to reduce turnover and foster stability.
- Observed and assessed classroom activities to verify conformity with quality standards.
- Monitored curriculum and program activities and liaised with teachers to create fun and engaging learning experiences.
- Supervised staff and oversaw facility to meet state requirements for education and training.
- Established and optimized program schedules to cover planned needs while capitalizing on opportunities to improve student learning.
- Developed relationships with community organizations such as JCDS to provide additional resources and services to families.
- 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.
- Completed EEC re-licensing for 2022, collaborated with building and fire inspectors for re-certification.
- Evaluated staff and offered guidance to enhance knowledge, skills, and professional development to optimize learning environment.
- Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Adhered to budgetary guidelines to set financial goals and maintain school profitability.
Lead Preschool Teacher
Billy Dalwin Preschool
Methuen, MA
08.2017 - 06.2022
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Submitted weekly lesson plans.
- Assisted and supervised 12 children through entire school day.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Supervised student teachers to provide objective feedback.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Planned educational opportunities based on children's interests.
Lead Infant-Pre-kindergarten Teacher, Mentor Teacher
Little Sprouts LLC
Methuen, MA
11.2011 - 08.2017
- Education Coach
- Create and implement curriculum for children 6weeks-5.0 years
- Support students with Individualized Education Plan
- Monthly monitoring of students progress and adjust curriculum to fit students needs
- Communicate effectively with students and parents on daily and weekly basis developing strong solid relationships through many forms of communication.
- Prepare child assessments and conduct conferences with parents
- Design learning areas and set up physical classroom space
- Inspire, guide and mentor entry-level teachers
- Create and direct performances for children to present to families three times per year
- Work with many cultures and families of various demographics
- Knowledge of WIC and Child Care Circuit practices
- Participated in re-accreditation for NAEYC, competent of EEC regulations and compliance
- Attend monthly staff meetings and trainings to complete 25 hours of professional development
- Experience with scheduling and staffing of center along with maintaining children's files in Procare
- Conduct tours of the center. Understand the needs of prospective and highlight company practices and policies
- Responsible for opening and closing center ensuring all children and families start and end their day positively
- Manage staff when center director is not present to handle situations that need immediate attention
- Excellent organizational skills
- As with company policy, conduct walk-thru of coworkers classrooms to ensure weekly classroom set up is complete with materials and curriculum.
- Conduct classroom and teach observations. Provide feedback in a positive supportive manner
Program Specialist/ Lead Preschool Teacher
Knowledge Learning Corporation
North Andover, MA
11.2006 - 10.2011
- Support teachers with curriculum goals
- Perform monthly classroom evaluations
- Liaison for teachers to upper management to convey concerns
- Work closely with Assistant Director on weekly center projects including enrollment incentives
- Updated student database including posting payments to student accounts
- Create and implement Lakeshore Learning curriculum for children 2.9-5.0
- Asses children's progress and adjust curriculum to fit individual children's needs
- Interact with parent to communicate important information
- Mentor entry level teachers and assistants
- Developed behavior management plans
Youth Programs Director
City of Seaside
Seaside, CA
10.2004 - 10.2006
- Implemented and oversaw After School Program for school aged children
- Create weekly curriculum geared to interest level and skill ability for age groups
- Facilitate weekly summer outings to area amusements
- Monitor students homework progress
- Communicate with parents
- Supervision of 5 youth leaders
- Create reward/ discipline program that promoted appropriate youth leader behavior
- Completed 6 month staff reviews
Education
09Director 1 Certification -
Northern Essex Community College
Haverhill12.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Mount Ida College
Newton Center, MA05.2001
Skills
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Program Leadership
- Certified in Early Childhood Education
- Proficiency in Childcare Management Software
- Child CPR and First Aid
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Classroom Supplies Ordering and Supply Management
- Early Childhood Development
- Supervising Classroom Activities
- State Certification and Accreditation
- Coordinating with Teachers and Specialists
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
Timeline
Preschool Director
Billy Dalwin Preschool
06.2022 - Current
Lead Preschool Teacher
Billy Dalwin Preschool
08.2017 - 06.2022
Lead Infant-Pre-kindergarten Teacher, Mentor Teacher
Little Sprouts LLC
11.2011 - 08.2017
Program Specialist/ Lead Preschool Teacher
Knowledge Learning Corporation
11.2006 - 10.2011
Youth Programs Director
City of Seaside
10.2004 - 10.2006
09Director 1 Certification -
Northern Essex Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Mount Ida College
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