Shelby Patterson
Norfolk,VA
Summary
Responsible and motivated assistant director ready to apply education in the workplace. Offers excellent technical abilities with software and applications, ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills. Passionate about maintaining well-balanced and encouraging learning environment. Versed in student assessments and staff and parent communication. Patient and understanding team player dedicated to supporting school mission and student success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director
Beach Montessori Christian Academy
Virginia Beach, VA
10.2023 - Current
- Developed and managed a team of 25 employees to ensure efficient operations of the organization.
- Implemented policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws.
- Monitored staff performance, provided feedback and conducted annual reviews.
- Conducted assessments of student performance to measure progress towards program goals.
- Chartered new hire and ongoing training policies to create continuous development plans.
- Maintained accurate records of employee attendance, leave balances and tax information.
Lead Teacher
Apple Tree Learning Centers
Chesapeake, VA
07.2023 - Current
- Involved parents in student learning to increase family interaction and student support.
- Evaluated and improved classroom environment to promote ultimate learning experiences.
- Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
Lead Teacher
Children’s World Learning Center
Greenville, NC
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Handled and resolved disciplinary issues according to district protocols.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
Lead Pre-K Teacher
Blue Ribbon Results Academy
Norfolk, VA
02.2022 - 01.2023
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Promoted good behaviors by using positive reinforcement methods with children.
- Distributed quarterly progress assessments and milestone reports to each parent.
- Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
- Met with parents to discuss child behavior and academic progress.
Lead Infant Teacher
Childtime Learning Center
Virginia Beach, VA
04.2021 - 02.2022
- Maintained tidy, clean and safe environments for children.
- Changed diapers, used bibs and monitored behaviors to maintain good hygiene for each child.
- Followed safe feeding guidelines and parental requests for breastmilk, formula and solids.
- Helped infants develop communication skills through baby sign language while also promoting positive behaviors and social skills.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
Assistant Teacher
Le Bon Enfants
Virginia Beach, VA
09.2020 - 04.2021
- Communicated regularly with parents, teachers and administrators regarding student progress and needs.
- Maintained safe, educational environment for students during learning and free play time.
- Assisted children at mealtime to teach social and self-help skills and sound nutritional practices.
- Assisted teacher with enrichment activities, correcting papers or supervising classroom to foster positive learning environment
- Worked with students to reinforce learning of material or skill introduced by teacher.
Quartermaster
United States Navy, USN
Virginia Beach, VA
07.2015 - 09.2020
- Supported ship navigation and operational needs.
- Stood watch on bridge to look for threats and changes in conditions. Plotted courses, produced charts and corrected errors.
- Directed MKVI Patrol Boat Coxswains where to anchor and moor small vessels during movement of other vessels.
- Wrote daily vessel reports and updated logs, detailing any issues and remediation efforts.
- Supported ship navigation and operational needs.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Bryant And Stratton College
Getzville, NY04.2022
Certification - Certified Person Trainer
International Sports Science Association
Carpinteria, CA04.2020
High School Diploma -
Southside High School
Chocowinity, NC06.2014
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZCDA Infant &Toddler -
Care Course
Virginia Beach, VASkills
- Staff Management
- Curriculum Development
- Classroom Evaluations
- Attention to Detail
- Public Speaking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Strong Work Ethic
Extras
- CPR/First Aid Certified-Expires February 2026
- ITS/SIDS Training
- Breast Feeding Training
- Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff
- Virginia Health and Safety Training for Child Care Staff
- MAT Online Course-Expires January 2027
Timeline
Assistant Director
Beach Montessori Christian Academy
10.2023 - Current
Lead Teacher
Apple Tree Learning Centers
07.2023 - Current
Lead Teacher
Children’s World Learning Center
01.2023 - 06.2023
Lead Pre-K Teacher
Blue Ribbon Results Academy
02.2022 - 01.2023
Lead Infant Teacher
Childtime Learning Center
04.2021 - 02.2022
Assistant Teacher
Le Bon Enfants
09.2020 - 04.2021
Quartermaster
United States Navy, USN
07.2015 - 09.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Bryant And Stratton College
Certification - Certified Person Trainer
International Sports Science Association
High School Diploma -
Southside High School
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Phoenix
CDA Infant &Toddler -
Care Course
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