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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Certification
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Susan Duffy

Wells,NV

Summary

Experienced ECE educator with a passion for expanding young minds and fostering an environment of engaging activities, comprehensive education, and personal growth. Dedicated to creating a nurturing space where children can thrive intellectually, emotionally, and socially. Committed to implementing teaching methods and individualized instruction to meet the unique needs of each student. Excited to contribute expertise and enthusiasm to a dynamic educational setting that values collaboration, creativity, and lifelong learning.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Elko County School District Substute

Elko County School
Wells, Nv
08.2024 - Current

Execute teacher-prepared lesson plans.

Positvive productive environment for children continued learning

Substitute Highschool and Elementary

Substitute Paraprofessional

Lead Teacher 3-4year Old Classroom

Wells Family Resource Center
Wells, NV
03.2021 - 06.2023
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design effective learning atmospheres for children.
  • Facilitated compliance with QRIS, Nevada Pyramid, and Child Licensing regulations.
  • Mentored and coached staff in QRIS, Nevada Pyramid.
  • Expanded upon detailed job descriptions from previous Lead Teacher Postion. Returned to previous role when my children turned 2.

Program Director

Wells Family Resource Center
Wells, NV
09.2016 - 03.2019
  • Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
  • Recruited and scheduled staff training to upkeep required annual training.
  • Mentored team members for professional development, resulting in increased productivity and job satisfaction.
  • Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
  • Coordinated scheduling and resource allocation to facilitate smooth flow of operations.
  • Oversaw activities of multiple locations from central facility.
  • Ensured operations met Nevada Child licensing requirements.
  • Coordinated fundraiser throughout the year for non profit organizations

Lead Teacher

Wells Family Resource Center
Wells, NV
08.2006 - 09.2016
  • Prepared lessons plans that incorporate the Nevada Pre-K Standards weekly
  • Facilitated age appropriate activities for both 2/3 year old classroom and 4/5 year old classroom while providing classroom management in classrooms the size of 20 children
  • Application of NevadaI Pyramid Model since March 2013, resulting in becoming the first Rural Nevada Pyramid Demonstration Classroom
  • Implementation of QRIS in 2-3 year old classroom (2015-2016)
  • Guidance/Supervision of a minimum of 3 Assistant Teachers Yearly
  • Conduct bi-annual educational screenings to 20 children and communicating results to parents/caregivers at parent/teacher conferences
  • Participated on the Wells FRC Leadership Team to provide feedback on Policy and Procedures for the Family Handbook
  • Developed yearly classroom goals with assistant teachers and facilitated monthly feedback and guidance during Action Plan meetings
  • Organize and maintain records of date collected weekly and monthly required by grants

Education

AA - Early Childhood Education

Great Basin College
Elko, NV
01.2014

High School Diploma -

Wells High School
01.2006

Skills

  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Early childhood education knowledge
  • Classroom organization
  • Play-based learning
  • Classroom management
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Lesson planning
  • Activity planning
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Student support
  • Fundraising

Committees

  • Nevada Pyramid Elko Regional Advisory Committee
  • Nevada Pyramid Leadership Team
  • Rural NevAEYC Committee

Certification

CPR Firt Aid

CPI Training

300+ hours of training included in

  • Environment/ curriculum
  • Health Nutrution & Saftey
  • Leadership & Professional Development
  • Management& Administration
  • Human Growth Development
  • Positive interactions & Guidance
  • Observation & Guidance

Timeline

Elko County School District Substute

Elko County School
08.2024 - Current

Lead Teacher 3-4year Old Classroom

Wells Family Resource Center
03.2021 - 06.2023

Program Director

Wells Family Resource Center
09.2016 - 03.2019

Lead Teacher

Wells Family Resource Center
08.2006 - 09.2016

AA - Early Childhood Education

Great Basin College

High School Diploma -

Wells High School
Susan Duffy