S.V CRUSE
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Early childhood and client care professional with experience building curriculum and training staff to strengthen instructional delivery. Support children with diverse learning and developmental needs through compliance oversight and progress monitoring. Coordinate care plans and provide compassionate family-centered support.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Curriculum
Surreal Moments Childcare
Minneapolis, Minnesota
04.2025 - Current
- Developed curriculum plans aligned with Surreal Moments childcare learning goals.
- Supported classroom lesson delivery across early childhood programs.
- Reviewed child assessments to guide curriculum changes.
- Coached teachers on age-appropriate instruction and classroom routines.
- Worked with families and staff on child development needs.
- Monitored compliance with childcare standards and curriculum policies.
- Assisted teachers with differentiated instruction strategies based on student needs.
- Analyzed state assessment data to identify curriculum improvement areas.
- Managed budget allocations for instructional materials and supplies supporting content delivery.
- Supported special education services in line with IEP requirements.
CNA, CFSS, PCA, HHA,
Atrio Home Health Care
St.Paul, MN
09.2021 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Implemented care plans tailored to individual client needs and preferences.
- Maintained accurate records of client care and services provided.
- Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding any changes in client status or behavior that require attention.
Director/Supervisory Teacher
SURREAL MOMENTS LLC
Minneapolis, Minnesota
03.2015 - 02.2024
- Specialized in children with childhood disabilities/barriers (IEP’s, 504 and BIP plans, Asperger’s, Autism, ADD, ADHD, Down Syndrome, Genetic disorders, Blind. Deaf, Quadriplegic)
- Training of staff
- Payroll/reviews/Hiring/Terminations
- Writing of Curriculum
- Partnering/Referring clients to other community agencies
- Billing community partners/counties/parents and/or whomever may be responsible.
- Mandated reporter-Staying incompliance with “mandating reporting” requirements.
- Staying updated on Parent Aware and NAEYC requirements
- Strict Monitoring of child’s progressions and milestones
- Implementing accommodations for all children and families
- Direct supervision of parents/aides/volunteers
- Prepare budgets
- Managed budgeting and financial planning processes for the organization.
Director/Family Stability Coordinator
Little Newtons Daycare
Plymouth, Minnesota
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Supported staff training and onboarding activities.
- Assisted with payroll, performance reviews, hiring, and terminations.
- Helped develop curriculum content.
- Referred clients to community agencies and partner organizations.
- Handled billing for community partners, counties, parents, and responsible parties.
- Maintained compliance with mandated reporter requirements.
- Kept current with Parent Aware and NAEYC standards.
- Monitored child progress and developmental milestones closely.
- Provided accommodations for children and families.
- Supervised parents, aides, and volunteers directly.
- Assisted with budget preparation.
Supervisory Teacher/Parent Education Coordinator
Northside Childhood Development
Minneapolis, Minnesota
02.2014 - 01.2017
- Training of staff
- Payroll/reviews/Hiring/Terminations
- Billing community partners/counties/parents and/or whomever may be responsible.
- Mandated reporter-Staying incompliance with “mandating reporting” requirements.
- Staying updated on Parent Aware and NAEYC requirements
- Writing of Curriculum
- Ordering of Supplies
- Mediator/Escalations
- Organization of classroom
- Developed age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with educational standards.
- Coordinated parent-teacher conferences to strengthen family engagement.
- Trained and mentored new teachers in classroom management techniques.
- Developed strategies to improve overall school performance and foster a positive learning environment.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations for health and safety standards in classrooms.
- Implemented policies, procedures and programs to carry out educational standards and goals.
- Monitored student progress and assisted students and teachers with resolving problems.
- Coordinated resources and support services for families in the community.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
Grand Cannon Univeristy
Las Vegas, NV06-2027
Associated Degree- A.A.S - Early Childhood Development
Minneapolis Community and Technical College
Minneapolis, Minnesota05-2016
Diploma - Early Childhood Development
Atlanta Community and Technical College
Atlanta, Georgia01-2014
Certificate - Event Planning and Coordination
Atlanta Community and Technical College
Atlanta, Georgia01-2014
Certificate - Early Childhood Development
Rasmussen Business College
Eagan, Minnesota01-2009
Certification - Certified Nursing Assistant/Home Health Aide
American Indian OIC
Minneapolis, Minnesota01-2007
Skills
- Abusive head trauma awareness
- Care plan implementation
- Medical record keeping
- Client engagement
- Portrait of promise advocacy
- Universal precautions knowledge
- Special education advocacy skills
- ADHD behavior understanding
- Child engagement strategies
- Home health care assistance
- CPR, first aid, and SIDS certification
- Vital signs monitoring
- Crisis intervention
- Conflict resolution
- Medication administration
- Health monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Compassion and empathy
- Emergency response
Timeline
Director of Curriculum
Surreal Moments Childcare
04.2025 - Current
CNA, CFSS, PCA, HHA,
Atrio Home Health Care
09.2021 - Current
Director/Family Stability Coordinator
Little Newtons Daycare
01.2016 - 01.2019
Director/Supervisory Teacher
SURREAL MOMENTS LLC
03.2015 - 02.2024
Supervisory Teacher/Parent Education Coordinator
Northside Childhood Development
02.2014 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
Grand Cannon Univeristy
Associated Degree- A.A.S - Early Childhood Development
Minneapolis Community and Technical College
Diploma - Early Childhood Development
Atlanta Community and Technical College
Certificate - Event Planning and Coordination
Atlanta Community and Technical College
Certificate - Early Childhood Development
Rasmussen Business College
Certification - Certified Nursing Assistant/Home Health Aide
American Indian OIC