Direct supervision of 20+ Elementary Education Teacher Candidates enrolled in upper-level coursework requiring immersive field experiences in general education classrooms (Inquiry into Teaching and Learning in K-6) and literacy intervention groups (Literacy Teaching and Assessment). Facilitate connection between coursework and practical application through observation, weekly seminars, and school-based meetings. Coach, facilitate student reflection and development of teaching goals, and assess… Show more Direct supervision of 20+ Elementary Education Teacher Candidates enrolled in upper-level coursework requiring immersive field experiences in general education classrooms (Inquiry into Teaching and Learning in K-6) and literacy intervention groups (Literacy Teaching and Assessment). Facilitate connection between coursework and practical application through observation, weekly seminars, and school-based meetings. Coach, facilitate student reflection and development of teaching goals, and assess student progress. 95% of students report supervisor feedback as very helpful.• Instructor of required introductory course, Foundations of Literacy.• Facilitate coordination of public school personnel, Purdue faculty, teacher candidates, and field supervisors. Show less

Responsible for ensuring the objectives and credibility of the CDF Freedom Schools National Assessment initiative to mitigate summer learning losses in reading achievement. Administered and analyzed individual pre- and post-reading tests to grades 1 - 6 students and submitted results to the CDF Director of Education Research and Analysis.

In partnership with families, develop, execute, and monitor Individual Family Service Plans (IFSP) for children 0 – 35 months of age in response to physician referrals for cognitive, adaptive, social-emotional, motor, and language development delays. Provide weekly training and support to families through on-site therapy, modeling, and progress notes. Provide formal progress reports to facilitate decisions for changes in services and transitions from First Steps programming. Collaborate with… Show more In partnership with families, develop, execute, and monitor Individual Family Service Plans (IFSP) for children 0 – 35 months of age in response to physician referrals for cognitive, adaptive, social-emotional, motor, and language development delays. Provide weekly training and support to families through on-site therapy, modeling, and progress notes. Provide formal progress reports to facilitate decisions for changes in services and transitions from First Steps programming. Collaborate with Occupational, Physical, and Speech and Language Therapists to ensure holistic services and optimal outcomes. Show less

Design and deliver in-person and online customized coursework to Head Start administrators and staff that enhance organizational capacity for managing, tracking, monitoring, and reporting federal measures of compliance and excellence. • Chair of Content Committee charged with development of training content rooted in adult learning principles.• 1 of 4 selected to Desired Results Developmental Profile (DRDP) team as early education experts for development of enhanced integration… Show more Design and deliver in-person and online customized coursework to Head Start administrators and staff that enhance organizational capacity for managing, tracking, monitoring, and reporting federal measures of compliance and excellence. • Chair of Content Committee charged with development of training content rooted in adult learning principles.• 1 of 4 selected to Desired Results Developmental Profile (DRDP) team as early education experts for development of enhanced integration strategies and curricula design and delivery. Show less

Designing and delivering sustainable training solutions for your Early Childhood Education Needs and ValuesThe Training Match Story:It All Began with a Value Match...As it happens sometimes in life, two people with a profound shared passion find themselves forging a professional and personal bond that they know is one of a kind. For us, the love of children and the desire to elevate fellow educators, ignited a desire to design training that not only conveyed current… Show more Designing and delivering sustainable training solutions for your Early Childhood Education Needs and ValuesThe Training Match Story:It All Began with a Value Match...As it happens sometimes in life, two people with a profound shared passion find themselves forging a professional and personal bond that they know is one of a kind. For us, the love of children and the desire to elevate fellow educators, ignited a desire to design training that not only conveyed current educational research and trends, but connected the head and the heart of teaching. Joy Growing weary of workshops that numbed the senses and forced the “square peg into the round hole”, we aspired to do the right thing - to design and deliver training worthy of our profession. IntegrityA nagging awareness that teacher trainings often do little to recognize the knowledge, strengths, and needs of the adult learner, we set out to design meaningful training that fosters reflection and discussion and demonstrates practical classroom application. RespectEnthusiastic learners ourselves, we committed to breakthrough, “brain friendly” training techniques that engage the learner and boost the capacity to understand, retain and apply the learning. InnovationChange can be tough. It requires patience, time, and trust. We designed our trainings with a commitment to ongoing support and developed partnerships by providing a safe place to stretch, learn, question and grow. Relationships Show less

I provided senior leadership and oversight of the Early Care and Education Division including Head Start and Early Head Start programs serving 421 children and families across four counties. I led a 100-member team in execution of classroom and home-based education services, curriculum development, recruitment, student eligibility and enrollment, family services, and volunteers/donation acquisition. I directed the design and variety of program offerings based on local need. I developed and… Show more I provided senior leadership and oversight of the Early Care and Education Division including Head Start and Early Head Start programs serving 421 children and families across four counties. I led a 100-member team in execution of classroom and home-based education services, curriculum development, recruitment, student eligibility and enrollment, family services, and volunteers/donation acquisition. I directed the design and variety of program offerings based on local need. I developed and monitored $5.6M budget, led division strategic planning, set prgram goals, and established strategies for community engagement.Key Achievements:● Doubled accessibility of Head Start programs to underserved families in a three-year period by analyzing census tracts and transit deserts and acquiring classroom space in neighborhoods most in need.● Awarded two five-year competitive Head Start grants within a three-year period, resulting in $6M increase to bottom line and retention of $20M. Secured five-year extensions for both grants as result of successful completion of all federal reviews.● Developed long-term partnerships with key community stakeholders including Purdue University, Tippecanoe School Corporation, Community Schools of Frankfort, Delphi Community School Corporation, North White School Corporation securing an increase of $200K in donated services in one year.● Led development and implementation of company-wide staff appreciation program, Attend to Me! Appreciate Me! Applaud Me!, resulting in 6% increase in retention rates in four months and projected 18% improvement by year end.● Championed creation and content of monthly professional development days leading to greater job satisfaction, improved retention rates, and raised employee professionalism. Show less

I led development and execution of training solutions for 4500 teachers, directors, and district managers in 150 early childhood learning centers across six states. I engineered the design of a Professional Development Center and created the training content for 40 early childhood learning centers in Arizona which served as training model for company. I supervised a two-member Division Field Training team.Key Achievements:● Designed and presented training material for annual… Show more I led development and execution of training solutions for 4500 teachers, directors, and district managers in 150 early childhood learning centers across six states. I engineered the design of a Professional Development Center and created the training content for 40 early childhood learning centers in Arizona which served as training model for company. I supervised a two-member Division Field Training team.Key Achievements:● Designed and presented training material for annual national leadership conference with 1.3K attendees. ● Crafted personalized training plans for Early Childhood Center Directors and coordinated training sessions resulting in 20% increase in retention rates over two years. ● Developed and implemented customer retention program, enRoll, Renew, Retain!, through analysis of enrollment and withdrawal data at 150 schools. Program focused on welcoming, educating, engaging, and retaining families. Program success led to expansion to 1.2K schools nationwide. ● Created and led implementation of family education program, Documentation of Learning at 150 schools resulting in company-wide adoption and implementation. ● Served as member of Infant-Toddler Curriculum Team and co-authored company-wide training materials for 1.2K schools. ● Prepared customized training sessions for new teachers increasing orientation training completion rates from 19% to 94% in 10 months. Show less

I developed short- and long-term customized training programs on Early Childhood and Elementary education. I delivered professional development through workshops, model lessons, multi-day institutes, on-site technical assistance, and curriculum consultation. I built and maintained relationships with university teams, principals, support specialists, and classroom teachers to facilitate co-construction of lasting training solutions. Key Achievements:● Implemented multi-year… Show more I developed short- and long-term customized training programs on Early Childhood and Elementary education. I delivered professional development through workshops, model lessons, multi-day institutes, on-site technical assistance, and curriculum consultation. I built and maintained relationships with university teams, principals, support specialists, and classroom teachers to facilitate co-construction of lasting training solutions. Key Achievements:● Implemented multi-year Learning to Read by Reading (LRR) program in 30+ school districts; aligned content with state standards and research-based practices for literacy instruction for K-6 students. ● Promoted LRR and center programs resulting in increased demand for consultative program services. ● Led numerous early childhood consultative projects for Head Start and NAEYC accredited preschool and kindergarten programs focused on balanced literacy, units of study, developmentally appropriate teaching practices, differentiated instruction, and center-based instruction. Show less

Undergraduate course titled, "Including Students within the Autism Spectrum"Graduate course titled, "Issues in School Counseling: Early Childhood Development and Classroom Implications" Graduate course titled, "Strategies for Full Inclusion: Including Students with Autism and PDD in the Regular Education Classroom"

Developed and implemented Developmentally Appropriate Curriculum including Balanced Literacy, Assessment Driven Instruction, and Units of Study. Lad classroom for numerous district-wide initiatives including Guided Reading, Writing Workshop, and inclusion. Co-author of district-wide Kindergarten curricula.