Tammy Bean
La Fayette
Summary
Dedicated Child Development Specialist experienced in working with children exhibiting signs of developmental, mental health, or behavioral problems. I excell in child development and parent-teacher collaboration. I am a firm believer of positive reinforcement, I empower classroom staff to enhance student growth and effectively support special needs, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for all children.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infant Toddler Specialist
Child Care Solutions
05.2025 - Current
- Support and teach Classroom staff on all of the 10 components of high quality child care
- Support infants and toddlers with challenging behaviors by providing modeling and resources for classroom staff
- Support and guide CDA candidates through the process and perform CDA verification visits
- Provide professional development in all areas of the OCFS categories
- Ensure the safety and well being of all children is met according to all OCFS laws and regulations
Classroom Specialist
PEACE, INC.
06.2024 - 05.2025
- Support Classroom staff with lesson plan development, curriculum implementation, classroom management, behaviors, professional development
- monitor student progress through assessments completed by teaching staff
- monitor special education services
- ensure the safety and well being of children was being met through following all OCFS regulations
Lead Teacher
PEACE Inc.
08.2019 - 06.2024
- Guided other classroom staff in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Ensured the safety and well being of all children according to OCFS regulations
Teacher Aide
PEACE, INC.
12.2014 - 06.2019
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Completed daily reports on attendance and health checks
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Ensured the safety and well being of all children by following all OCFS regulations
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY05-2023
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Onondaga Community College
Syracuse, NY12-2019
Skills
- Child development expertise
- Positive reinforcement
- Special needs experience
- Assessments
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Curriculum planning
- Play-based learning
- Communication techniques
Certification
I am a Certified Professional Development Specialist for CDA in Birth- age 8, Infant/toddler, and preschool.
I am Certified TIPTOS observer. (NYS Pyramid Model)
Timeline
Infant Toddler Specialist
Child Care Solutions
05.2025 - Current
Classroom Specialist
PEACE, INC.
06.2024 - 05.2025
Lead Teacher
PEACE Inc.
08.2019 - 06.2024
Teacher Aide
PEACE, INC.
12.2014 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
SUNY Empire State College
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Onondaga Community College