Sue Dickson
Long Beach,United States
Summary
Diligent Childcare Director with 20 years of experience directing enrichment activities, curriculum and caring for children in licensed childcare facility. Oversees staff and operations to meet California licensing standards and contract requirements resulting in successful inspections and monitoring reviews. Cultivates safe and nurturing environment for children while maintaining profitability and business growth.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Director
Lakewood Village Community Church Nursery School
Long Beach, CA
09.2020 - Current
- Conducted research on emerging perspectives in childhood education to improve upon school policies and curriculum.
- Established school policies and communicated to staff and parents for well-coordinated and high-quality daily operations.
- Recruited, selected and retained high-quality staff to reduce turnover and foster stability.
- Planned and monitored curriculum and program activities and liaised with teachers to create fun and engaging learning experiences.
- Supervised teaching staff and resolved issues.
- Hired and trained new preschool employees.
- Developed educational curricula that promoted development in key behavioral and educational areas.
- Recruited new students for admission through marketing and events.
- Provided training and professional development for teachers.
- Collaborated with other administrators to assess program and staffs' needs to develop cost-effective budgets.
- Adhered to budgetary guidelines to set financial goals and maintain school profitability.
- Executed marketing plan and promoted positive image to achieve enrollment goals.
- Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
- Evaluated staff and offered guidance to enhance knowledge, skills and professional development to optimize learning environment.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Furnished facility with supplies, equipment, food and materials to foster social and cognitive development.
- Monitored and observed child progress, interactions and behavior and reported findings to parents.
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Lakewood Village Nursery School
Long Beach, CA
09.2001 - 09.2020
- Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Assisted and supervised 12-15 children through entire school day.
- Developed curriculum to advance physical, emotional, social and cognitive growth of children.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and management.
- Provided varied opportunities using multiple learning styles for children's active participation experimentation and problem-solving within structured setting.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Child Development
California State University - Fullerton
Fullerton, CASkills
- Budgeting
- Policy Development
- Excellent Communication
- Planning and Coordination
- Decision Making
- Dependable and Responsible
- Self-Motivated
- Interpersonal Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Timeline
Preschool Director
Lakewood Village Community Church Nursery School
09.2020 - Current
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Lakewood Village Nursery School
09.2001 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Science - Child Development
California State University - Fullerton
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