Suzanne Murphy
Long Valley
Summary
Compassionate and empathetic educator with a proven track record in both classroom and private settings. Demonstrated leadership in guiding students through 21st-century physiological and social-emotional learning practices. Builds strong relationships with students, staff, and families to support whole-child development.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DPP Developmental Play Partner
Positive Development
Parsippany
06.2025 - Current
- Guide children through tailored social and developmental goals using structured play.
- Create individualized plans targeting academic, fine and gross motor, and social-emotional skills.
- Track progress and adjust strategies in collaboration with care teams and families.
- Promote growth in self-regulation, communication, and peer engagement through play and movement.
Preschool Teacher
Long Valley Christian Nursery School
08.2024 - Current
- Created a nurturing classroom environment promoting social and emotional development.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Adapted instructional techniques according to student learning styles and progress.
- Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
- Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
- Assisted in providing a safe and secure environment for children.
Owner
Mindful and Empowering Kids LLC
Long Valley
09.2021 - Current
- Whole school in person program that teaches students 21st century skills about their physiology first through brain, breath and movement opportunities
- Delivered school-based SEL programming integrating brain science, movement, and mindfulness to over 3,000 students across multiple districts.
- Collaborated with educators and school leadership to develop and implement developmentally appropriate schedules and classroom-based strategies.
- Observed student behaviors and classroom dynamics to adapt instruction to diverse learning needs and classroom climates.
- Created and implemented a data-tracking tool to identify correlations between breathwork practices and student stress levels
- Supported classroom teachers with differentiated behavior and wellness strategies tailored to whole-class and individual student needs.
- Applied a multidisciplinary instructional approach to accommodate varying learning styles and abilities.
- Achievements/Tasks
Founder
Mindful and Empowering Kids LLC
Long Valley
01.2020 - Current
- Science based private sessions to foster strong, confident young people through foundational mind/body movement skills
- Developed and delivered a science-based SEL and movement curriculum to support youth mental and physical wellness.
- Led private and small group sessions focused on building confidence, resilience, and leadership skills in children and teens
- Grew summer programming enrollment 4x over four years through community outreach and program quality.
- Taught foundational neuroscience and physiological regulation strategies, including nasal breathing and movement-based activities.
- Promoted student-led learning and peer leadership in wellness and self-regulation exercises.
- Achievements/Tasks
PreK/K Teacher
Wesley Hall Early Childhood Learning Center
Westfield
08.2016 - 06.2019
- Designed and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with NJ Early Learning Standards.
- Integrated social-emotional and movement-based activities to foster confidence, cooperation, and body awareness.
- Delivered differentiated instruction across academic domains, including early literacy and numeracy, using play-based methods.
- Created and managed learning centers that supported individual student growth through choice and exploration.
- Facilitated large and small group lessons promoting language, math, and executive function development
- Achievements/Tasks
Prek Teacher
Holliston Public Schools
Holliston
08.2015 - 02.2009
- Planned and executed standards-aligned lessons that supported the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks.
- Collaborated on development and review of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students receiving special education services.
- Incorporated daily music and movement to support whole-child engagement and learning.
- Collected and analyzed observational data to assess and guide student progress.
- Utilized classroom technology to support early digital literacy and student engagement.
- Achievements/Tasks
Education
MA - Early Childhood Education
Lesley University
Cambridge, MA09.2005
BA - Human Development
Oswego State University
05.1999
Skills
- Creative and critical thinking
- Child development knowledge
- Effective communication
- Leadership development
- Business development
- Student/Parent/Educator Support
- Collaborator
Certification
- Massachusetts Certification Prek-2 (2005-09 - 2009-09)
- Responsive Classroom Certified (2005-09 - Present)
- Mindfulness in Schools Certified (2018-06 - Present)
- Kids Yoga Certified Yoga Kids International (2019-06 - Present)
- Physiology First Certified- Physiology First (2021-06 - Present)
- Teen Life Coach Certified (2023-07 - Present)
- CPR/First Aid Certified pending (2024-11 - Present)
Volunteer Experience
- Youth Softball, Basketball, Coach, Westfield, NJ, 2018-11, 2021-06, Assisted in development of skills and drills in a competitive setting, Supported Mindset training to develop the whole athlete, Youth Leagues, Tasks/Achievements
- PTO School, Parent Volunteer, 2019-09, Present, Parent volunteer through school wide sponsored events, Tasks/Achievements
- Long Valley CARE Program, After School Enrichment Class, Long Valley, NJ, 2023-03, Present, Successfully ran pop up classes during the winter months for after school students focusing on mindful and movement activities, Tasks/Achievements
SUPPORTED CAUSES
- JDRF Type 1 Diabetes
- Somerset Hill Learning Institute Autism
Timeline
DPP Developmental Play Partner
Positive Development
06.2025 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Long Valley Christian Nursery School
08.2024 - Current
Owner
Mindful and Empowering Kids LLC
09.2021 - Current
Founder
Mindful and Empowering Kids LLC
01.2020 - Current
PreK/K Teacher
Wesley Hall Early Childhood Learning Center
08.2016 - 06.2019
Prek Teacher
Holliston Public Schools
08.2015 - 02.2009
MA - Early Childhood Education
Lesley University
BA - Human Development
Oswego State University