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Shelby Grund

Lake Station,Indiana
Shelby Grund

Overview

12
years of professional experience

Work History

Merrillville Preschool

Head Start Program Director
09.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • I oversee all facets of Merrillville Preschool, encompassing student education, family services, health services, and enrollment processes.
  • I ensure compliance with Head Start eligibility requirements and manage a 10% waiting list for our program, which serves 140 students.
  • Additionally, I facilitate professional development opportunities for our staff and implement innovative strategies to enhance morale.
  • I maintain effective communication with families and coordinate events to foster engagement within our community.

Merrillville Preschool

Lead Teacher
08.2022 - 09.2023

Job overview

  • Led a classroom of 20 preschool-aged children (ages 3-4), delivering instruction aligned with the Indiana Early Learning Standards.
  • Cultivated a positive, engaging classroom culture that promoted curiosity, learning, and social-emotional development.
  • Utilized Creative Curriculum to design and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans.
  • Administered a variety of assessments, including developmental and social-emotional tools, to monitor student progress and inform instruction.
  • Conducted parent-teacher conferences and home visits to support family engagement and individualized student support.
  • Ensured appropriate services and accommodations were implemented to promote inclusive learning environments and support student growth across developmental domains.

Little U Academy

Assistant Director/ Lead Teacher
08.2013 - 08.2022

Job overview

  • My job duties include planning lessons, using initiative ways to teach children in preparation for kindergarten, using the Indiana Foundations to use an individualized approach to teaching.
  • Problem solving to ensure all children receive the quality level of care they need to succeed in life.
  • My job duties include key holder, scheduling staff, intake specialist, assisting staff in technological needs, being in accordance to state rules and policies, assisting in hiring, billing, planning events, and managing all teachers and assistants.
  • As the Lead teacher of the 3-4-year-old classroom, I ensured that all of my 20 students had a quality learning environment.
  • I utilized my curriculum based on the Indiana Foundations to ensure each child was meeting the Learning Standards.
  • I did observations frequently and assessments throughout the year.
  • I responded to families on any questions or concerns they had.
  • I provided open communication with the leaders of my company, as well as fellow employees.

Timeline

Head Start Program Director
Merrillville Preschool
09.2023 - Current
Lead Teacher
Merrillville Preschool
08.2022 - 09.2023
Assistant Director/ Lead Teacher
Little U Academy
08.2013 - 08.2022

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