Sandra McCorkle
Salisbury,NC
Summary
Dynamic Early Childhood Program Director with a proven track record at Sandra's Playhouse, enhancing curriculum and fostering a love for learning. Skilled in child safety and staff management, achieved significant improvements in educational quality and compliance. Excelled in multicultural sensitivity, ensuring inclusive, nurturing environments for diverse learners. Offers extensive knowledge of child development and education. Skilled in creating and managing programs to create safe, secure and nurturing environment for children. Experienced in successful staff management and program development.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Program Director
Sandra's Playhouse
08.2006 - Current
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with industry best practices.
- Coordinated nutritious meal planning in compliance with state guidelines while accommodating individual dietary needs of children under care.
- Managed daily operations of the family childcare business, including scheduling, budgeting, and record-keeping for efficient service delivery.
- Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
- Developed age-appropriate curriculum that stimulated curiosity, encouraged creativity, and fostered a love for learning among the children.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for children through adhering to licensing requirements and implementing safety protocols.
- Monitored developmental milestones of each child under care using standardized assessment tools as well as informal observations for accurate progress tracking.
- Enhanced children''s learning experiences by incorporating age-appropriate activities and educational materials.
- Conducted ongoing assessments to monitor children''s progress, providing feedback for continuous improvement in curriculum delivery and care provision.
- Established positive relationships with families based on trust, professionalism, and mutual respect for successful partnership in child care provision.
- Utilized continuous professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in early childhood education for enhanced service quality.
- Attended networking events and conferences within the childcare industry to maintain professional connections and stay informed about new trends, policies, or resources relevant to family childcare provision.
- Organized field trips and outings that provided real-world experiences complementing classroom-based learning activities.
- Facilitated smooth transitions from home to childcare setting through consistent routines, open communication channels, and supportive interventions as needed.
- Created an inclusive atmosphere by respecting cultural diversity and addressing specific needs pertaining to language barriers or special considerations among children under care.
- Implemented creative learning activities, addressing various learning styles and enhancing children''s overall growth and development.
- Implemented effective behavior management strategies to promote a structured yet flexible learning environment conducive to optimal growth and development.
- Promoted social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development in children with diverse activities tailored to individual needs.
- Implemented positive discipline techniques to manage challenging behaviors effectively.
- Mentored assistant childcare providers on best practices, ensuring consistent quality of care across the team while adhering to licensing regulations.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
- Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution.
- Assisted in potty training and toilet hygiene.
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
- Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
- Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development.
- Logged information regarding naps, feedings, and any medications administered.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Rowan Cabarrus Community College
Salisbury, NC05.2009
GED -
Rowan Cabarrus Community College
Salisbury, NC03.1988
Skills
- Child Safety
- Parent Communication
- Staff Management
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- Early Childhood Education
- Child development expertise
- Regulatory knowledge
- Classroom Management
- Enrollment procedures
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Regulatory Compliance
Timeline
Early Childhood Program Director
Sandra's Playhouse
08.2006 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Rowan Cabarrus Community College
GED -
Rowan Cabarrus Community College
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