TERRINA MURRAY-SHARP
Washington
Summary
Early childhood education professional specializing in safe, nurturing environments and strong family engagement. Demonstrated success in team building and strategic planning, driving staff to reach their full potential. Enhanced student participation through innovative learning practices and effective leadership.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director of Academic Quality
Martha's Table ECE at The Commons
Washington
02.2025 - 06.2026
- Developed curriculum frameworks for early childhood education programs.
- Coordinated training sessions for staff development and educational initiatives.
- Managed daily operations to ensure a safe, nurturing environment for children.
- Collaborated with families to enhance communication and support services.
- Oversaw regulatory compliance with state and local licensing requirements.
- Facilitated team meetings to promote staff engagement and effective communication.
- Evaluated program effectiveness and recommended improvements for quality enhancement.
- Implemented strategies to foster inclusive practices within the learning environment.
- Assisted in developing strategic plans to meet organizational goals and objectives.
- Supervised recruitment process including interviewing candidates, making hiring decisions and onboarding new hires.
- Developed and managed a team of 10 employees to ensure efficient operations of the organization.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations among all personnel.
- Created and maintained reports on operational performance metrics.
- Oversaw employee relations issues such as grievances, disciplinary actions and terminations.
- Monitored staff performance, provided feedback and conducted annual reviews.
- Collaborated with other departments to improve interdepartmental communication.
- Conducted training sessions on new processes or products for internal staff members.
- Analyzed data from multiple sources to identify trends and develop strategies for improvement.
- Implemented process improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
- Assisted in the coordination of special events and corporate functions.
- Prepared reports and presentations for executive leadership review.
- Managed inventory and resources to ensure availability and cost-effectiveness.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Center Director Parent Engagement , Recruitment-On Boarding Assistant, Dietician
(MD Campus) Water Babies Child Development Center
Laurel
01.2018 - 11.2024
- Designed and implemented performance improvement plans for underperforming students in consultation with parents and administrative staff
- Increased participation by 25% by fostering a fun learning environment with play-based learning, such as building with blocks and water play.
- Coordinated center events, including annual holiday parties and field trips, enhancing community involvement.
- Instituted field trips to encourage exploration and engagement among students.
- Managed care for licensed center for 73 children aged six weeks to 4 years of age for 8+ hours per shift
- Taught children Covid-19 personal hygiene skills, including handwashing, cough, and sneeze covering, reducing the instance of infectious illness by 70%
- Implemented healthy meals, ensuring children ate 5-7 servings of fruits and vegetables per day
Center Director (DC Campus)
Happy Faces Child Development Center
Washington
01.2016 - 11.2017
- Organized monthly parent workshops, contributing to a 25% rise in parent participation and engagement in school activities
- Worked with teachers to create tailored learning plans resulting in a 15% decrease in student underperformance
- Implemented a professional development program, increasing teacher proficiency with remote teaching tools by 35%
- Communicated with parents, providing teacher-parent days and collaborating on plans for helping students excel in and out of the classroom
- Communicated with parents, coaching them in at-home techniques to encourage positivity and curiosity
- Initiated care in line with scientific research, including free play, encouraging learning curiosity
- Established strong parent communication channels, updating them on positive student attributes and tools to address areas for improvement at home
- Mentored new teachers and teaching assistants on self-guided learning techniques and lesson planning for independence, increasing creative play time by 25%
Lead Teacher, Pre-K Class
Ambassador Baptist Church Child Development Center
Washington
01.1995 - 12.2015
- Planned and executed lesson plans, gathering resources to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Built relationships with over 15 students assigned to my classroom and ensured all students felt attended to with personalized feedback, class discussions, and encouragement
- Delivered timely feedback to students, promoting open communication and encouraging exploration and curiosity.
- Reinforced positive behavior with a sticker chart reward system, reducing behavioral issues in class by 25%.
- Prevented discipline issues via positive and proximal reinforcement.
- Coordinated and supervised daily outdoor play, contributing to a 35% increase in children's physical activity levels.
- Led lively dramatic play sessions, fostering social and emotional development for 50% of children.
- Observed main instructor, and designed professional goals around observations and personal practice with 1:1 mentoring with instructor
Pre-K4/Preschool Teacher, Center Assist. Director
Calvary Christian Academy
Washington
12.1995 - 12.2015
- Implemented healthy meals, ensuring children ate 5-7 servings of fruits and vegetables per day
- Supervised children during playtime, reducing injuries by 28%
- Maintained up-to-date child and infant CPR and First Aid certifications, administering lifesaving emergency care for 3 children
- Promoted safe behavior and creativity while establishing basic peer and adult respect rules
- Promoted kindness, manners, and social skills with stories and organic teaching opportunities
- Designed unique activity schedules each day, including 30 minutes of storytime, and 1-2 hour naps
Teacher Aide/Assistant Teacher
Bank Board Small Savers Child Development Center
Washington
12.1992 - 12.1994
- Partnered with teachers and specialists to implement developmentally suitable lessons tailored to 50 students.
- Facilitated student understanding by addressing questions, allowing teacher to complete 80% of lesson plans on time.
- Prevented disciplinary issues through positive reinforcement strategies.
- Provided timely and frequent feedback to students, fostering an environment of open communication and interest in discovery.
- Taught children essential health habits, including nutrition, sleep routines, and toilet training.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, enhancing client loyalty and supporting a 2% increase in annual application rates.
Education
Master of Arts Degree - Early Childhood Education
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN06-2013
Baccalaureate of Science - Early Childcare Education
University of The District of Columbia
Washington, DC06-1995
Skills
- Quality assurance
- Quality Assurance
- Curriculum Development
- Strategic planning
- Budget Development
- Leadership & Team Building
- Teaching and mentoring
- Student/Teacher Supervision
Timeline
Assistant Director of Academic Quality
Martha's Table ECE at The Commons
02.2025 - 06.2026
Center Director Parent Engagement , Recruitment-On Boarding Assistant, Dietician
(MD Campus) Water Babies Child Development Center
01.2018 - 11.2024
Center Director (DC Campus)
Happy Faces Child Development Center
01.2016 - 11.2017
Pre-K4/Preschool Teacher, Center Assist. Director
Calvary Christian Academy
12.1995 - 12.2015
Lead Teacher, Pre-K Class
Ambassador Baptist Church Child Development Center
01.1995 - 12.2015
Teacher Aide/Assistant Teacher
Bank Board Small Savers Child Development Center
12.1992 - 12.1994
Master of Arts Degree - Early Childhood Education
Capella University
Baccalaureate of Science - Early Childcare Education
University of The District of Columbia