Currently employed at First Presbyterian Preschool, Directing and Teaching in the Program for the past 28 years. I have a passion and commitment for educating children and have years of success working with young children to foster positive educational outcomes. I am highly skilled in interacting with families and other academic personnel to cultivate a high-quality learning environment. I am adept at working with diverse age groups and developmental skill levels to build rapport and drive academic growth. I have experience over the years in early education coordinating activities to promote physical, social, emotional and intellectual growth in children. I am well-versed in positive reinforcement and behavior redirection.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Director
First Presbyterian Church of Conway
Conway, AR
08.1996 - Current
Developed and implemented innovative strategies to ensure a safe and secure learning environment for preschoolers.
Oversaw the hiring of qualified staff members, including teachers and classroom aides.
Organized professional development opportunities for faculty and staff.
Established effective communication channels with parents, faculty, and students.
Coordinated field trips, special events, and other extracurricular activities for preschoolers.
Managed financial resources allocated for the preschool program, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting activities.
Ensured compliance with state licensing regulations as well as federal laws related to early childhood education programs.
Created policies and procedures related to curriculum design, student behavior management, safety protocols.
Conducted regular assessments of teaching methods and student performance in order to identify areas of improvement within the program.
Provided guidance to teachers on lesson planning and instructional strategies that would lead to better learning outcomes among students.
Facilitated parent-teacher conferences throughout the year in order to discuss individual student needs or concerns.
Assisted teachers with developing age-appropriate curricula that meets all state standards for early childhood education programs.
Oversaw day-to-day activities of preschool.
Wrote newsletters and email to communicate monthly activity schedules to parents.
Handled admission and placement of new students.
Planned large-scale preschool events.
Improved on school curriculum and policies by conducting research on developments in early childhood education and integrating findings during planning.
Developed annual budget by assessing teacher and program needs and implementing cost-effective solutions.
Managed school's social media accounts to promote positive image to area families.
Monitored compliance with state, federal and company regulations, standards and requirements.
Developed multilingual and multicultural staff and curriculum to serve families from diverse backgrounds.
Worked with parents and staff to improve student behavioral and learning issues with proactive approaches.
Trained, managed and motivated employees to promote professional skill development.
Monitored student progress and assisted students and teachers with resolving problems.
Recruited, trained and evaluated staff and recommended personnel actions for programs and services.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education K-6
Arkansas Tech University
Russellville, AR
05-1989
Skills
Teacher Training
Policy creation
Curriculum Planning
Office Administration
Enrollment Management
Payment Collection
Curriculum Development
Childhood education
Staff Supervision
Early Childhood Education
Policy Development
Hiring educational staff
Parent Communication
Affiliations
I have lived in Conway since 1994, I grew up in Van Buren, Ar. My husband and I have been married for 38 years and raised our 2 sons in Conway. They both graduated from CHS and were very involved in many activities in school and went on to graduate from UA in Fayetteville. They are both married and I now have 4 grandchildren! I love spending time with my Family, reading, and attending lots of UA sporting events!
Accomplishments
Awarded the Best in Faulkner County Preschools!!!
Certification
I have been a substitute teacher in Conway and Arkadelphia. I have also interviewed with Conway Public Schools in the past and passed the Total Team Interview.
Children's Ministry Team Committee Member at Hodges Boulevard Presbyterian ChurchChildren's Ministry Team Committee Member at Hodges Boulevard Presbyterian Church