Teckla Coerber
Summary
Encouraging and analytical problem-solver with a unique set of talents for team building, leading, and motivating. Excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills for creating strong connections with others. Utilize travel experience alongside a passion for the mission of Children's Hope Chest to make a difference to not only children but their community.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Early Childhood Director
Redeemer Early Childhood Center
05.2012 - 12.2024
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Oversaw safety requirements, inspection, and certification procedures to facilitate annual licensing review.
- Stayed current on guidelines to maintain compliant program operations.
- Established and optimized program schedules to cover planned needs while capitalizing on opportunities to improve student learning.
- Implemented school policies, procedures, and systems to promote safe and healthy environment in compliance with state standards.
- Attended professional meetings and conferences to maintain and improve professional competence.
Early Childhood Educator
Redeemer Early Childhood Center
07.2006 - 12.2024
- Observed and monitored the behavior of children to ensure safety and provide positive guidance
- Implemented appropriate strategies to manage challenging behavior
- Collaborated with parents to discuss their child's progress or any concerns parents may have had regarding their child's development or behavior
- Fostered an atmosphere that encourages respect for all individuals
- Conducted home visits to build relationships with families and assess the needs of individual children in their own homes
- Collaborated with families, staff, and community partners to ensure positive outcomes for children
- Facilitated professional development opportunities for teachers to ensure best practices were being utilized
- Maintained compliance with state licensing regulations and standards
- Maintained accurate records, including incident reports, attendance logs, and immunization records
- Participated in budget planning processes to determine appropriate staffing levels and resources needed to run the program successfully
- Organized special events such as field trips or guest speakers to engage students in different experiences
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies
Early Childhood Director & Educator
Mt. Olive Lutheran Church
08.2001 - 11.2005
Education
MASTER OF SCIENCE - EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
10-2025
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - ELEMENTARY/EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY SEWARD
Skills
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Relationship building
- Diversity Engagement
- Problem-solving
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Non-Profit Leadership
- Documentation and record keeping
- Project coordination
- Diverse Travel Experience
- Travel planning and logistics
- Community Engagement
- Creativity and innovation
- Facilitating Group Learning
Certifications Courses
- Lutheran Teaching Certificate Concordia University
- Professional Teacher License State of Colorado Birth-8
- Group Fitness Instructor-Les Mills
Awards
- Received an award for Early Childhood Innovator from the Larimer County Early Childhood Council and State of Colorado.
- Lutheran Educator Award-Director of the Year 2019
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Suite to develop tracking spreadsheets, communications and presentations.
- Supervised team of eleven staff members.
Certification
- First Aid & CPR Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Director's Credential - Colorado Department of Education and Human Services.
- Early Childhood Education Certification (ECE)
Timeline
Early Childhood Director
Redeemer Early Childhood Center
05.2012 - 12.2024
Early Childhood Educator
Redeemer Early Childhood Center
07.2006 - 12.2024
Early Childhood Director & Educator
Mt. Olive Lutheran Church
08.2001 - 11.2005
MASTER OF SCIENCE - EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - ELEMENTARY/EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY SEWARD
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