Los Angeles Early Childhood

LaTonya Patterson

Los Angeles, CA ***** 213-***-**** ️ ***************@*****.***

Professional Summary

Early Childhood Education Leader with over 25 years of experience supporting children, families, and educators across preschool, infant, and adult learning settings. I am skilled in DRDP, CLASS, ECERS, and Creative Curriculum implementation. Proven ability to mentor and coach teachers, strengthen classroom quality, and ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards. Passionate about fostering professional growth, building positive relationships, and creating high-quality learning environments that promote school readiness and long-term success.

Core Skills

Teacher Coaching • CLASS/DRDP/ECERS Implementation • Curriculum Planning • Professional Development • Head Start Performance Standards • Quality Assurance • Family Engagement • Staff Supervision • Reflective Practice • Data-Driven Improvement

Professional Experience

Site Supervisor

Drew Early Childhood Center Los Angeles, CA

September 2024 –August 2025

Supervise staff and oversee daily site operations, enrollment, and supply budgeting.

Ensure program implementation aligns with Creative Curriculum, STEM, DRDP, and NAEYC standards.

Mentor and coach teachers to strengthen instructional quality and maintain staff retention.

Site Supervisor

Fruit of The Vine Child Development Center Los Angeles, CA

May 2024 – Oct 2024

Directed all center operations and supervised staff performance.

Provided coaching and evaluations to improve teaching effectiveness and classroom engagement.

Participated in hiring, onboarding, and compliance monitoring.

Quality Career Coach

Options for Learning – Quality Start Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA

Apr 2022 – Feb 2024

Delivered one-on-one coaching and training to early educators across multiple sites.

Conducted peer reviews, performance evaluations, and annual trainings.

Supported program quality by aligning curricula with state standards and agency goals.

Teacher

Children’s Institute Inc. Los Angeles, CA

Jul 2019 – Apr 2022

Designed and implemented developmentally appropriate learning experiences.

Created individualized student goals and formative assessments.

Fostered empathy and emotional literacy through specialized curriculum.

Resource Assistant

Los Angeles Unified School District Los Angeles, CA

Nov 2017 – Jun 2019

Teacher Assistant

Los Angeles Unified School District Los Angeles, CA

Jan 2014 – Oct 2017

Education & Credentials

Master of Education – National University (2021)

Bachelor’s in Child Development – National University (2019)

Associate of Arts in Liberal Studies – West Los Angeles College (2008)

Associate of Arts in Humanities – West Los Angeles College (2008)

Site Supervisor Permit – CA Commission on Teacher Credentialing (Valid 2026)

Child Development Teacher Permit – CA Commission on Teacher Credentialing (Valid 2028)

CLASS Reliable PreK Certified CPR Certified

Zero to Three: The Growing Brain – Certified Trainer of Trainer

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