Sarah Keller
Flower Mound,TX
Summary
Seasoned Head of School offering 10 years experience in educational leadership positions. Adept at identifying optimal curricula, developing lesson plans and aligning instruction with current learning goals. Good planner, problem-solver and analytical leader with strong attention to detail and sound judgment focused on continuous improvement. Decisive, practical and strategic in leading operations and teams.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of School
Guidepost Montessori
01.2022 - Current
- Responsible for overseeing curriculum development and implementation, resulting in improved student academic outcomes
- Developed strategies to enhance school culture and community engagement, fostering a supportive environment for students, parents, and faculty
- Led the school to profitability through effective budget management and resource allocation
- Managed and supported a team of staff to achieve organizational goals, including conducting teacher observations, providing feedback, and facilitating ongoing training and staff development
- Ensured implementation of proper procedures according to DFPS Licensing Standards and maintained student and staff files according to mandated requirements.
Director
Kiddie Academy of Castle Hills - Lewisville, TX
08.2020 - 01.2022
- Managed daily operations of a licensed child care center for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years old; recruited, trained, and supervised a diverse professional staff including Lead Teachers, Assistant Teachers, Substitutes, Cooks, and Custodians
- Collaborated with staff and other Directors to provide a high-quality child care environment that is safe, loving, and nurturing
- Conducted teacher observations and provided evaluations
- Ensured implementation of proper procedures according to DFPS Licensing Standards and the employee handbook
- Arranged and provided in-service training for staff
- Managed budget, revenue, and expenditure projections
- Planned and monitored food program to meet nutritional requirements
- Implemented strategies to increase and maintain enrollment
- Communicated with parents regarding daily care of their children and addressed any questions or concerns
- Maintained children and staff files according to DFPS requirements
- Developed rapport with parents, state agencies, and Board of Directors
- Served as a substitute when there were staffing deficiencies.
Head of School
Wonderland Montessori Academy - Las Colinas, TX
03.2016 - 07.2020
- Managed daily operations of a licensed child care center for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years old; hired, trained, and supervised a diverse professional staff including Lead Teachers, Assistant Teachers, Substitutes, Cooks, and Custodians
- Collaborated with staff and other Directors to provide a high-quality child care environment that is safe, loving, and nurturing
- Conducted teacher observations and provided evaluations
- Ensured implementation of proper procedures according to DFPS Licensing Standards and the employee handbook
- Arranged and provided in-service training for staff
- Managed budget, revenue, and expenditure projections
- Planned and monitored food program to meet nutritional requirements
- Implemented strategies to increase and maintain enrollment
- Communicated with parents regarding daily care of their children and addressed any questions or concerns
- Maintained children and staff files according to DFPS requirements
- Developed rapport with parents, state agencies, Board of Directors, and staff
- Served as a substitute when there were staffing deficiencies.
Assistant Director
Wonderland Montessori Academy - McKinney, TX
06.2014 - 03.2016
- Set the tone for the facility; managed the curriculum; hired staff; managed overall image of the center; ensured the facility was safe, clean, and met requirements mandated by DFPS; maintained family accounts; provided tours to enroll families; coordinated large events.
Lead Teacher
Wonderland Montessori Academy - McKinney, TX
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Developed lesson plans for 25 individual students; created new materials; managed behavior appropriately; addressed parental concerns; conducted parent-teacher conferences; assisted with personal care needs; provided daily reports for each student; set the tone of the environment; ensured a safe and joyful atmosphere.
Lead Teacher
Castle Hills Montessori - Carrollton, TX
06.2011 - 08.2012
- Maintained a safe, warm, supportive, educational, and fun environment for all students; developed lesson plans for individual students; implemented DFPS State Minimum Standard Guidelines.
Assistant Teacher
Castle Hills Montessori - Carrollton, TX
01.2009 - 06.2011
- Maintained a safe and warm environment; engaged in monthly themes & weekly activities; advised and mentored students; developed, facilitated, and participated in activities with the students; implemented DFPS Minimum Standards; engaged and interacted with children, creating a positive experience.
Afternoon Assistant Teacher
Castle Hills Montessori - Carrollton, TX
08.2008 - 01.2009
- Developed, facilitated, and participated in activities with the students; prepared daily crafts; maintained a safe and warm environment.
Education
AMS Early Childhood Credential -
Dallas Montessori Teacher Education Program
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Skills
- Montessori Philosophy
- Educational Leadership
- Staff Development
- Financial Management
- Teacher Training and Support
- Community Engagement
- Enrollment Management
- Visionary Thinking
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Strategic leadership
- Conflict Resolution
- Adaptability and Innovation
Timeline
Head of School
Guidepost Montessori
01.2022 - Current
Director
Kiddie Academy of Castle Hills - Lewisville, TX
08.2020 - 01.2022
Head of School
Wonderland Montessori Academy - Las Colinas, TX
03.2016 - 07.2020
Assistant Director
Wonderland Montessori Academy - McKinney, TX
06.2014 - 03.2016
Lead Teacher
Wonderland Montessori Academy - McKinney, TX
08.2013 - 06.2014
Lead Teacher
Castle Hills Montessori - Carrollton, TX
06.2011 - 08.2012
Assistant Teacher
Castle Hills Montessori - Carrollton, TX
01.2009 - 06.2011
Afternoon Assistant Teacher
Castle Hills Montessori - Carrollton, TX
08.2008 - 01.2009
AMS Early Childhood Credential -
Dallas Montessori Teacher Education Program
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