Assistant Teacher

ARIANNA M. MCNAMEE

*** * **** ****** *** #* Baltimore, MD 21218 • adi53c@r.postjobfree.com • Cell: 443-***-**** Interpersonal Child Care Director Providing Innovative Educational Programming and Leadership PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Motivated, organized childcare professional delivering early childhood educational support services through management experience, instruction, and administration. Manages children and attracts new clientele through active listening, strategy implementation, social media marketing, and curriculum development. Detail-oriented leader adept at executing and overseeing legal compliance (with state and federal regulations), state licensing, school admissions, and operational budgeting and accounting. Knowledgeable in first aid and CPR. Leads regulatory protocols and supervises staff through training, scheduling, and performance management. Holds an MSDE Credential Level 3 (awaiting the renewal of 4+). Exceptional at teaching American Sign Language and Spanish.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

• Early Childhood

Education

• Child Development

• Team Training and

Management

• Employee Development

• Instructional Design

• Customer Relations

• Curriculum

Development

• Sales and Marketing

• Business Management

• Budget Development

• Inventory Management

• Research and

Development

• Team Leadership Skills

• Programming

• Program Operations

• Excellent

Communication Skills

• Problem Solving and

Decision Making

• Precise Record Keeping

EDUCATION

BA (in what),

Towson University, Towson, MD Expected Graduation Date: BS in Psychology (concentration in Applied Behavior Analysis in Psychology), Purdue University Global, Online 3.5 GPA 09/2018 – Present AAS in Psychology (concentration in Early Childcare Education), Carroll Community College, Westminster, MD

AAS in General Studies,

Anne Arundel Community College, Arnold, MD

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Goddard School Early Childhood Development, Pasadena, MD Pre-Kindergarten Teacher/Assistant Director 04/2019 – Present Promoted to Assistant Director from Pre-K Teacher after coordinating initiatives such as Chess at Three and Alex's Lemonade Stand. Led school operations by training new staff and redesigning classrooms. Transitioned back into the classroom as a Pre-K Teacher due to a unique skillset. Oversaw the program’s participation in the Maryland State Accreditation process.

Magic Moments Learning Center, Towson, MD

Education Coordinator 08/2018 – Present

Spearheads the curriculum utilization, candidate interviews, online presence (Maryland EXCELS), and credentialing for all three locations. Leads the organization in the Maryland State Accreditation process and updates policies and regulations. Exemplifies professional leadership in management and chiefs community outreach.

• Assisted staff members in achieving MD State Credentials Program Development Educational Leadership

Kiddie Academy of Abingdon, Abingdon, MD

Lead Pre-Kindergarten Teacher 08/2017 – 07/2018

Enriched preschool education for four-year-old children by preparing lesson plans, planning Character Education projects each month, and organizing thematic field trips/special visits. Supervised 20 children in collaboration with the co-teacher.

Goddard School, White Marsh, MD

Preschool Teacher 10/2016 – Present

Led instruction by creating weekly lesson plans and research art projects as well as daily student reports. Managed circle time with students in teaching them Spanish and American Sign Language. Maintained daily communication between the class and the parents, classroom appearance, and child supervision during outside and inside free play.

Maryland EXCELS and MSDE Credentialing Consultant 11/2015 – Present Assists two centers in achieving the highest level possible in the Maryland EXCELS program as well as achieving special achievement badges. Leads clients’ employees through the credentialing process. Goddard School, Owings Mills, MD

Preschool and Prekindergarten Teacher 10/2015 – 10/2016 Led circle time with students in teaching them Spanish and American Sign Language. Maintained daily communication between the class and the parents, classroom appearance, and child supervision during outside and inside free play. Spearheaded instruction by creating weekly lesson plans and research art projects as well as daily student reports. Aided in Maryland EXCELS registration, level achievements, and credentialing, as needed.

• Promoted to Trainer (by how long after you started)

• Improved company performance by training and observing new employees as needed Grace Point Child Development Center, Severn, MD

Pre-Kindergarten Teacher 08/2015 – 09/2015

Maintained daily communication between the class and the parents, classroom appearance, and child supervision during outside and inside free play. Led circle time with students in teaching them Spanish and American Sign Language. Aided in Maryland EXCELS registration, level achievements, and credentialing, as needed. Conducted instruction by creating weekly lesson plans and research art projects as well as daily student reports.

Kinder Care Child Care Center, City, State

Role 04/2015 – 07/2015

Assisted teachers with daily classroom and instruction activities. Conducted daily communication between the class and the parents, classroom appearance, and child supervision during outside and inside free play. Led circle time with students in teaching them Spanish and American Sign Language. Led instruction by creating weekly lesson plans and research art projects as well as daily student reports. Graduated to the role of the Summer Camp Senior Teacher.

Impressionable Years Child Care Center, Gambrills, MD Assistant Director 10/2014 – 04/2015

Directed office tasks including staff management, parent communication, and child interaction. Hired new staff, provided training, and monitored staff members to ensure accurate performance of assigned duties and responsibilities. Maintained parent communication by serving as a point of contact, addressing issues, adhering to comments, and updating them on new developments. Supervised children and developed activities for their education and enjoyment.

• Initiated the center’s Maryland EXCELS participation and the organization reached a check level three with two Achievement Badges within only four months

• Planned and organized the pre-school and school-aged summer camps for 2015

• Arranged all in- house and community events and leads marketing initiatives (including website maintenance)

• Attended to all Maryland EXCELS, MSDE Accreditation, as well as lesson plan information and checking

Celebree, Eldersburg, MD

Lead Prekindergarten Teacher 06/2014 – 09/2014

Maintained class operations by managing children’s daily reports, classroom appearance, and children’s activity during outside and inside free play. Led circle time with students in teaching them Spanish and American Sign Language. Created weekly lesson plans, research art projects, field trips, and letters of communication between the class and the parents. Organized in-house presenters according to the units and field trips.

• Enhanced children’s knowledge of international culture by initiating a county of the month program that included pen-pals, embassy information, cuisine, and classroom enhancements Freelance Nanny Services, Owings Mills, MD

Temporary Nanny 04/2014 – 05/2014

Cared for and supervised two children (aged five and two) by transporting them from daily activities and handled their daily needs. Managed light housework, lunches, and laundry. The Goddard School, Owings Mills, MD

Pre-Toddler Lead Teacher/Manager of Training and Resources 01/2013 – 03/2014 Led instruction in the 16 to 24-month old classroom before promotion to Manager of Training and Resources. Oversaw school openings and closings, staff training, and facility operations. Trained and managed employees through resource management (including Continuing Education Units), credentialing, documentation expediting, mock QA’s, and classroom observations. Led marketing efforts by creating a promotion program as well as creating brochures and flyers. Facilitated organizational interviews and hiring processes of new staff members. Guided new clients and staff members by utilizing facility walkthroughs and answered all questions.

• Promoted to management from a classroom teacher within only 60 days of tenure

• Organized many community events, such as Back to School Carnival Kick-Off, and Breakfast with Santa, to promote enrollment and support local charities such as Baltimore Reads and Toys for Tots

• Led as the only administrator that held an Emergency Preparedness and Medical Administration certification

• Assisted the school in reaching their highest level in Maryland EXCELS and gaining Maryland accreditation

ABC Care, Quality School Age Child Care, Finksburg, MD Senior School age Child Care Director/ Childcare Teacher/ Lifeguard 08/2010 – 09/2011 Directed the care for the personal and emotional needs of young students by keeping accurate records, creating lesson plans, and cultivating a safe, comforting environment. Supervised up to two staff members as well as the site activities at an assigned location at Deer Park. Conducted staff meetings regularly, evaluated activities on-site, and discussed issues and concerns that may have arisen. Maintained effective relationships with children, parents/guardians, community, and school staff. Oversaw all appropriate supplies that were required to run a quality program

• Promoted the staff’s professional growth by providing information on workshops, training, and certifications

Impressionable Years Child Care, Crofton, MD

Assistant Teacher Aide/Summer Camp Senior Teacher 01/2009 – 07/2009 Developed weekly lesson plans, research art projects, field trips, and letters of communication between the class and the parents. Organized class operations by managing children’s daily reports, classroom appearance, and children’s activity during outside and inside free play. Led circle time with students in teaching them Spanish and American Sign Language.

• Exemplified flexibility and leadership as the Summer Camp Senior Teacher and Coordinator

• Planned all events while supervising the staff and campers using multitasking and delegation efforts

• Drove the passenger van to transport summer campers on daily field trips and provided additional necessary transportation, as needed

Kids Farm Childcare and Educational Center, Davidsonville, MD Group Leader/Assistant Preschool Teacher 08/2008 – 10/2008 Supervised children ages two to five years old in daily planned activities such as circle time, outside and inside free play, as well as arts and crafts.

Anne Arundel Recreation & Parks, Parole, MD

Senior Group Leader/Assistant Director 08/2007 – 10/2007 Oversaw the activities of children aged five to 12 years old such as sports, arts and crafts, as well as field trips. ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Freelance Nanny Services, Annapolis, MD

Nanny

Provided childcare and housekeeping for two separate families (a three-month-old child) and a young girl. Prepared meals, provided transportation to extracurricular activities, and cared for the family pet. Handled laundry and light housework, as needed.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Member, Maryland State Child Care Association and National Association for the Education of Young Children Assistant and Presenter, Carroll County Community College Early Childhood Education Club Member, Phi Theta Kappa

TRAINING

PAS Training, Pre-School and Infant Training, Emergency Preparedness: Project Security Blanket, Introduction to MD EXCELS, Effective Classroom Interactions: Supporting Young Children’s Development, MSDE Accreditation Orientation, Training Day of Child Care Professionals: (Engaging Story Times, What Infants and Toddlers Need Most, Understanding Autism and ASD, PEEP into STEM), In- House ABC Care Trainings, Emergency and Disaster Preparedness, Professionalism and Health, Safety, and Nutrition, Medication Administration, Child Development: Temperament, Child Development: School Age Development

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