Jennifer Fajardo Email & Phone Number

Santa Clara, California, United States

Responsible for the day to day operations of the before and after school program, Providing leadership, supporting, supervising, training and onboarding new staff within the program. Developing and creating and establishing partnerships with the Elementary school Princple and teachers to support the children in our program. Create developmentally appropriate activities and curriculum based on the children’s interest and needs.On board, train and mentor teaching staff, perform program evaluations including child assessments and parent conferences.

Stanford, California, United States

Build and maintain strong relationships with children, families, leadership, staff, and teachers. Supervise a teaching and leadership staff of 30. Ensure that teachers are implementing Emergent Curriculum and that classroom environments are modeling the philosophy. Create a culturally inclusive work environment by having a strong leadership presence, consistent communication, relationships, and family center events. Work with teachers and provide trainings with a focus on social and emotional development for children. Support teachers in implementing activities that develop positive self-esteem and social skills for children. Collaborate with leadership teams in developing policies and procedures. Coach, train, and mentor teaching staff on relevant Early Childhood topics based on the needs of the teachers and parents. Maintain an open line of communication with parents and write weekly newsletters. Facilitate monthly staff meetings, parent meetings and leadership meetings.

Stanford, California, United States

Responsible for the day-to-day functions of the center. Managed, developed, directed and lead both staff and center program. Followed Title 22 licensing requirements. Responsible for parent communications, program evaluation, and supervision of teaching staff. Observed and supervised all aspects of the early childhood program including curriculum, classroom schedules, record keeping, and the overall classrooms and school environments.

San Jose, California, United States

Supported families by providing tools, resources and opportunities. Networked with related outreach organizations. Organized and facilitated monthly meetings. Participated in planning and conducting workshops. Assisted in implementing staff's educational plans. Assisted in monitoring enrollment. Supervised and monitored students' educational progress. Assisted Site Supervisor in monitoring the daily operation of the center, responding to unannounced visits by the Department of Social Services and Community Care Licensing as directed by the Site Supervisor. Assisted with scheduling. Coordinated with all departments to ensure all proper forms in files were completed and requirements were met for both staff and students. Monitored areas needed to assure the implementation of curriculum, state, and company policies and procedures are followed. Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and child care management. Identified signs of emotional and developmental issues in children and reported to parents. Worked with interdisciplinary team members to evaluate children's progress and recommend appropriate learning plans. Monitored students' educational progress with individual charts and files. Conducted in-home visits to maintain student and family relationships and student performance standards.

Master Of Education - Med, Education With Concentration In Teaching And Learning

Bachelor'S Degree, Early Childhood Education And Teaching

Credentials, Elementary Education And Teaching