Managed staffing including training, scheduling, performance reviews, and hiring.
Managed budgets, accounts, payroll, and costs.
Managed day-to-day business operations in compliance with the Vermont Child Care Licensing Division.
Maintained relationships on various levels with the Vermont Agency of Education, Vermont Department of Health, Agency of Human Services, Child Development Division, and local school districts.
Created center policies, curriculum, monthly newsletters, and health notifications.
Provided support in all classrooms from infants through preschool when needed.
Maintained a 6 classroom facility ensuring it was well equipped, safe, and child friendly.
Preschool Teacher
Academy of Creative Learning, LLC
05.1998 - 10.2001
Provided instruction and care to 20 children in a play based 3-year-old classroom.
Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress for individual files and parent conferences.
Adapted teaching and the classroom space to meet the diverse needs of specific children while meeting the needs of the classroom as a whole.
Developed and implemented preschool curriculum incorporating Vermont Early Learning Standards along with child interests and program philosophies.
Maintained the physical space each day providing organization, safety, and cleanliness.
Established positive communication with parents through daily conversation and formal conferences.
Worked collaboratively with co teachers regarding classroom management, child needs, lesson planning, and support.
Attended training and maintained required certifications including Infant and Child First Aid/CPR and Protective Service requirements.
Manager of Technical Assistance & Network Engagement at National Council of Urban Indian HealthManager of Technical Assistance & Network Engagement at National Council of Urban Indian Health