Tarsha Williams
Harper Woods,MICHIGAN
Summary
Early childhood educator with 20+ years of experience in Head Start and preschool programs. Develops lesson plans aligned with child development goals and tracks progress through structured observations. Supports safe learning environments through compliance-focused instruction and clear communication.
Overview
1
1
Certification
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Teacher
Matrix Human Services
Detroit, Michigan
07.2014 - Current
- Supported safe, clean learning spaces aligned with Matrix Human Services standards.
- Planned age-appropriate lessons for Matrix Human Services early learning classrooms.
- Maintained detailed records of student progress to support individualized development plans.
- Established a safe, healthy and nurturing environment for the children in my care.
- Monitored and enforced health and safety standards to create a secure learning environment.
- Facilitated parent engagement in education through regular feedback on classroom activities.
- Adhered strictly to policies related to child abuse prevention as mandated by state law.
Head Start Teacher
Community Development Institute Head Start
Denver, Colorado
06.2012 - 06.2014
- Developed lesson activities aligned with CDI Head Start curriculum to engage students and support daily learning objectives.
- Fostered safe, welcoming classroom environment to enhance preschool children's emotional and social development.
- Maintained learning-ready classroom atmosphere through nurturing care and structured activities.
- Recorded attendance, health notes, and classroom records for Head Start compliance.
- Completed home visits to review family dynamics, health needs, and educational resources.
- Built positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Participated in professional development sessions focused on early childhood education. on early childhood education best practices.
Headstart Teacher
Detroit Child Development Headstart
Detroit, Michigan
06.2009 - 06.2012
- Created and delivered lesson plans that supported physical, social, emotional, and cognitive growth for children in Head Start program.
- Developed Head Start lessons that met Detroit Child Development's school readiness goals, enhancing children's preparedness for school.
- Collaborated with aides, support staff, and Detroit Child Development supervisors to create effective care plans tailored to individual child needs.
- Tracked child development and documented progress for family and program review.
- Followed Head Start health, safety, and licensing requirements during daily instruction.
- Established supportive relationships with students and families, promoting a positive learning atmosphere and encouraging student engagement with students, parents, and teaching staff.
Head Start Teacher
Southeast Headstart
Detroit, Michigan
05.2004 - 05.2009
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to promote physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development of children in the Head Start program.
- Established a safe, nurturing classroom environment that supported children's social and emotional development.
- Maintained safe, welcoming classroom environment for preschool children.
- Communicated daily with families to address child needs, behavior, and provide classroom updates, fostering strong home-school connections.
- Observed children and recorded developmental progress in Head Start assessment tools.
- Conducted home visits to evaluate family dynamics and identify health and educational resources, enhancing support for children's learning.
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to early childhood education best practices.
- Utilized technology tools such as computers, tablets, and software to enhance instruction.
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
Ashworth College
Norcross, GA05-2025
High School Diploma -
Simmons High School
Hollandale, MS05-1990
Skills
- Early childhood education
- Curriculum planning
- Lesson design
- Child assessment
- Child development tracking
- Head Start regulations
- Educational technology
Certification
- CDA 2011-Current
Custom Section 1
- First Aid and CPR - Current
- DWC Trainings- Current
- Michigan Ongoing Health and Safety Trainings-Current
- Safe Sleep Trainings-Current
- Trauma Smart Trainings-Current
- Active Supervision Traingings-Current
Timeline
Early Childhood Teacher
Matrix Human Services
07.2014 - Current
Head Start Teacher
Community Development Institute Head Start
06.2012 - 06.2014
Headstart Teacher
Detroit Child Development Headstart
06.2009 - 06.2012
Head Start Teacher
Southeast Headstart
05.2004 - 05.2009
Associate of Applied Science -
Ashworth College
High School Diploma -
Simmons High School