Jerise Henson

Early Childhood Educator

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 2008 - 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 2005 - March 2007
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
1998-2002
Vocational Nursing Certificate
Lone Star College - CyFair
Department of Health Science
2011 - 2013
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
Vocational Nursing Certicate
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