Melinda Brown
Pembroke
Summary
Accomplished Center Director at Center Preschool and Child Care, adept in curriculum design and program promotion, enhanced educational outcomes by leading innovative initiatives. Fostered team development and parent communication, securing substantial grant funding. Cultivated a nurturing environment, achieving a notable increase in community engagement and staff productivity.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Center Director
Center Preschool and Child Care
03.2020 - Current
- Developed strong community relationships to support center programs and initiatives.
- Promoted positive company image and established reputation as provider of choice for educational programs in greater community.
- Led team of educators in creating innovative curriculum that aligned with state standards and promoted student success.
- Increased staff productivity with regular training sessions, clear expectations, and constructive feedback.
- Collaborated with parents to enhance communication channels, strengthening the home-school partnership for improved student outcomes.
- Kept facility in compliance with all applicable standards and laws.
- Fostered caring and safe environment for children and parents.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly through observations, providing actionable feedback that led to professional growth.
- Fostered an inclusive culture within the center by promoting diversity awareness among staff members and addressing any discriminatory behaviors swiftly.
- Enhanced center performance by implementing strategic plans and monitoring progress towards goals.
- Organized special events such as open houses or workshops to showcase center achievements while engaging parents in their children''s education.
- Developed and implemented emergency response plans for disasters, security issues, and injuries.
- Maximized grant funding opportunities by researching potential sources diligently and submitting well-crafted proposals, securing crucial financial support for center programs.
- Recruited and developed solid team of professionals to care for up to 54 children each day.
- Cultivated and strengthened relationships with children and families.
- Optimized scheduling and staffing to ensure optimal student-teacher ratios, enhancing individualized attention.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, contributing to culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, minimizing disruption to learning environment and ensuring student safety.
Preschool Lead Teacher
Center Preschool and Child Care
04.2002 - 03.2020
- Planned and prepared activities for preschool students.
- Built strong relationships with parents, providing regular updates on student progress and addressing concerns promptly.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment, fostering respect, empathy, and teamwork among students.
- Provided open and loving environment where children direct learning process.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, offering guidance on lesson planning, classroom management techniques, and parent communication strategies.
- Enhanced student learning experiences by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Administered assessments for each child and tracked results.
- Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and reported to parents.
- Organized class field trips to relevant educational destinations, enhancing students'' understanding of course material in real-world contexts.
- Implemented behavior management strategies effectively reducing disruptions during instructional time while promoting a positive learning atmosphere.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
Assistant Teacher / Group Leader School Age
Center Preschool and Child Care
06.1996 - 04.2002
- Supported lead teacher in classroom activities, enhancing educational experiences for students.
- Assisted in developing lesson plans to improve student engagement.
- Improved classroom management by helping maintain organized learning environment.
- Prepared educational materials, contributing to a more effective learning process.
- Enhanced student participation by organizing interactive group activities.
- Supported students with special needs, ensuring inclusive classroom practices.
- Participated in staff meetings to contribute to educational planning and development.
- Improved student behavior through consistent reinforcement of classroom rules.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Bridgewater State University
Bridgewater, MA06-2026
Associate of Science - Psychology
Quincy College
Plymouth, MA06-2001
High School Diploma -
Silver Lake Regional High School
Kingston06-1998
Skills
- Program promotion
- Training and mentoring
- Team building
- Space organization
- Parent communication
- Training and coaching
- Team development
- Classroom supervision
- Student assessment
- Licensing requirements
- Program management
- Recordkeeping requirements
- Curriculum design
Timeline
Center Director
Center Preschool and Child Care
03.2020 - Current
Preschool Lead Teacher
Center Preschool and Child Care
04.2002 - 03.2020
Assistant Teacher / Group Leader School Age
Center Preschool and Child Care
06.1996 - 04.2002
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Bridgewater State University
Associate of Science - Psychology
Quincy College
High School Diploma -
Silver Lake Regional High School
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