PERSONAL SUMMARY Highly skilled and certified Early Childhood Educator with over 9 years of teaching and supervising experience in public/private preschool and family child care settings. Strong interest in child development through project- based program creation and implementation. Dedicated to providing young children with the best possible education and care. Continuously ensure that children and parents are comfortable with the learning environment and experience. KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES Child Development Innovative Program Design and Development Interactive Learning Methodologies Individualized and Group Instruction Parental Involvement and Reporting Invoicing, Billing and Simple Accounting Multi-Cultural and Ethnic Awareness Promoting Pro-Social Behaviors CAREER HISTORY Huemanity Child Care, Houston TX June 20XX - Present Owner/Child Care Provider Plan, develop, administer and supervise a licensed child care home for children ages birth through 8 years; ensure the delivery of developmentally and age appropriate educational and recreational programs; manage budgeting, billing, payroll, scheduling, and registration duties; maintain accurate records and reports; ensure the well-being and safety of all children while remaining in compliance with state licensing rules. Page Private School, Los Angeles CA December 20XX - March 20X Lead Teacher, Age 3 Develop and implement weekly theme-based program plans including early math and literacy for 25+ children between the ages of 2 years 6 months and 4 years; lead children in activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs, modeling the use of musical instruments and encouraging movement; preparing craft materials and demonstrating their use; setting up play and learning provocations; providing opportunities for creative expression. ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor of Science, Early Childhood Education University of Maryland at College Park Department of Human Development and Quantitative Methodology 199X-200X REFERENCES Available on request AREAS OF EXPERTISE Creating a comfortable and secure environment for children to grow and thrive Maintaining a safe, hygienic and motivating environment for children Development and implementation of curriculum and assessments for children PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATIONS Alternative Certication for Teachers -Generalist EC - Grade 6 CPR-AED Certication First Aid Certication State of Texas Licensed Child Care Home FBI and DOJ Criminal Background Check PERSONAL SKILLS Personable, articulate and professional in appearance and manner Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills Prociency in basic and advanced computer operations Reggio Emilia-inspired pedagogical documentation PERSONAL DETAILS Jerise Henson XXXXXX XXXXXX Houston, TX XXXXX jerise.henson@gmail.com DOB: 05/31/19XX Drivers License: Yes Valid Passport: Yes Nationality: American