Manager Program
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MICHELLE TRAEGER-NELSON
ac7jfc@r.postjobfree.com
EDUCATION
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Graduated 1984 Bemidji State University Bemidji, MN
*Emphasis in Management
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE ELEMENTARY ED Graduated 1991 Bemidji State University
Bemidji, MN
*Certification in the State of Minnesota, grades 1 – 6 CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE COUNCIL FOR EARLY September 1997 CHILDHOOD RECOGNITION (CDA) Bemidji, MN
Bemidji State University
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA-DULUTH August 2000-December 2001 Courses taken in the MSW Program
Duluth/Bemidji, MN
PRE-PRIMARY LICENSURE (AGES 3-5) Fall 2009
Bemidji State University
Bemidji, MN
EMPLOYMENT
BASELINE/ECFE/HEAD START TRAINING COORDINATOR December 2011 – Present Leech Lake ECD 115-6th Street NW, Ste E
Cass Lake, MN 56633
DUTIES:
to recruit child care providers for participation in Parent Aware and, via coaching, assist them in enhancing their programs in the areas of health and nutrition, child assessment and parent relationships as well as promote professional development;
to disseminate information on the services of the NE District CCR&R to Tribal Child Care Providers on the Leech Lake Reservation and to inform the community of said services;
to assist parents in finding quality child care;
to assist providers in attaining grants to enhance professional development, implement a curriculum, assess children in their care, and obtain materials to enrich the learning environment; to work within the budget set forth by DHS; and,
in addition, .5 of this position involves the activities listed below as ECFE/HS training coordinator
ECFE/HEAD START TRAINING COORDINATOR December 2010 – December 2011 Leech Lake ECD 115 – 6th Street NW, Ste E
Cass Lake, MN 56633
DUTIES:
to coordinate ECFE activities with the (7) LEA’s that provide services to the Leech Lake Reservation;
to facilitate and convene the ECD Training Committee; to develop training plans for parents, staff and licensed childcare providers;
to provide the link between the Leech Lake Tribal College and ECD program;
to monitor, facilitate, observe, and implement all trainings; to support and collaborate with other agencies in co-sponsored trainings; to develop and implement a Family Literacy Plan that supports parents in addressing their needs and the needs of their children; to plan, coordinate, and present special activities for parents/caregivers and children;
to maintain an accurate reporting system; and,
to promote and advocate for early childhood care and education. FAMILY SERVICE ADVOCATE June 2010 – December 2010
Leech Lake ECD 115 – 6th Street NW, Ste E
Cass Lake, MN 56633
DUTIES:
to provide outreach, recruitment and enrollment services to children and families as stated in current Head Start performance standards; to develop and implement all aspects of the Family Partnership Agreement including goal setting with parents/caregivers; to implement strategies in order to work toward accomplishment of said goals;
to check attendance records of students on a regular basis and follow-up immediately if child has missed three concurrent days; to maintain current records of student contact information; to promote the Head Start philosophy among parents and community; and,
to maintain confidentiality and professional ethics at all times. RECEPTIONIST August 2000 – June 2010
JC Penney Salon Paul Bunyan Mall
Bemidji, MN 56601
DUTIES:
to promote a positive first impression of the salon via oral communication; to answer a multi-line phone system, direct calls, and make appointments; to compile and preserve all reports necessary to the functioning of the salon;
to maintain all salon data using Microsoft applications; to inform clients of available products and services and act in the capacity of retail sales associate in accordance with JC Penney policies. ECFE COORDINATOR February 1999 – August 2000
Bug O Nay Ge Shig School Route 3, Box 100
Cass Lake, MN 56633
DUTIES:
to work with the superintendent, community members, and other community organizations in needs assessment and collaboration; to support the physical, intellectual, social and emotional development of children;
to promote parent involvement in the education of their children through providing and modeling appropriate behavior and attitudes; to respect cultural differences of families;
to encourage the development and effective use of community resources for families;
to conform to health, safety and licensing requirements; to plan, staff, and supervise activities with parents and children; to prepare grant applications; and,
to develop brochures, newsletters, and other tools to promote the program. DIRECTOR/TEACHER September 1992 – February 1999
Calvary Lutheran Christian Preschool 2508 Washington Avenue S Bemidji, MN 56601
DUTIES:
to work under the supervision and in collaboration with the associate pastor, Preschool board, and other boards as necessary to ensure the functioning of the preschool in areas of mission, vision, and planning; to conduct staff meetings and arrange for and participate in interviews of potential staff members;
to consider children in relation to their cultural and socio-economic backgrounds;
to maintain and implement an age-appropriate curriculum and evaluate student progress;
to plan and implement a program for the professional growth of staff; to operate within the school budget in terms of salaries, supplies and incidentals;
to fundraise to meet the unmet financial needs of the school; to plan, supervise, and implement the program in accordance with the policies and philosophy of the school;
to establish positive relationships with parents, aides, and co-workers; to promote the school within the community; and
to comply with state and federal regulations.
INTERIM EMPLOYMENT
TELESPECTRUM WORLDWIDE
Human Resource Manager 1018 Industrial Park Drive SE Bemidji, MN 56601
THE EVERGREEN SHELTER
Teacher 622 Mississippi Avenue NW
Bemidji, MN 56601
NORTHWOODS COALITION FOR BATTERED WOMEN
Homeless Tutor 323 1 2 Minnesota Avenue NW
Bemidji, MN 56601
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
Red Lake/Ponemah, Cass Lake, and Bemidji School Districts September 1988 – January 1989
The Discovery Center 2515 Bemidji Avenue
Bemidji, MN 56601
Tracy Rich
Professional Development Coordinator
Leech Lake Head Start
Cass Lake, MN
Kim St. John
Program Manager
Leech Lake Head Start
Cass Lake, MN
Ann Bradach
Team Lead
Leech Lake Head Start
Cass Lake, MN
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