Stacey Henderson
Lexington,KY
Summary
Experienced professional in early childhood and elementary education and service coordination. Skilled in fostering relationships, accurate recordkeeping, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Committed to creating a safe space that enhances learning for children.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Service Coordinator
Kentucky Early Intervention Services
Lexington, KY
12.2018 - 12.2025
- Coordinated services for children with developmental delays, ensuring timely and effective interventions.
- Managed scheduling of assessments and appointments for families, enhancing service accessibility.
- Developed individualized family service plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to address specific needs.
- Facilitated communication between families and service providers, improving information flow and support systems.
- Led outreach efforts to increase community awareness of early intervention services available for families.
- Streamlined case management processes using digital tools, enhancing operational efficiency and documentation accuracy.
- Served as a primary point of contact for clients, addressing inquiries, providing updates, and ensuring overall satisfaction with services rendered.
- Managed a high volume of client requests, ensuring timely and effective service delivery.
Head Start Teacher
Community Action Counsel at William Wells Brown
Lexington, KY
09.2017 - 12.2018
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curriculum aligning with Head Start standards.
- Coordinated with Fayette County Preschool teacher in order to team teach.
- Fostered positive relationships with families, enhancing community engagement and support networks.
- Conducted assessments to monitor student progress and adjusted teaching strategies accordingly.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address individual child needs and promote holistic development.
- Led initiatives to increase parental involvement, strengthening home-school connections for student success.
- Participated in ongoing professional development to stay up-to-date on best practices in early childhood education.
- Improved classroom management through the use of positive reinforcement strategies and clear expectations.
Elementary School Teacher
Southern Elementary School
Lexington, KY
09.2006 - 08.2017
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on instructional techniques and classroom management.
- Lead ream teacher, coordinating 2nd grade team in developing lesson plans, sharing ideas, and working collaboratively for the best interest of students.
- Evaluated educational programs, recommending improvements based on student performance data.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Communicated effectively with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication regarding student progress and addressing concerns as needed.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY05.2005
Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Accurate recordkeeping
- Notetaking and documentation
- Family Advocacy
- Behavior Management
- Organizational skills
- Relationship building
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Service Coordinator
Kentucky Early Intervention Services
12.2018 - 12.2025
Head Start Teacher
Community Action Counsel at William Wells Brown
09.2017 - 12.2018
Elementary School Teacher
Southern Elementary School
09.2006 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Kentucky