Instructor:
, Phone: E-mail: elizabeth.schenck@gmail.com Cell: 626-533-4464 Email: elizabeth.schenck@gmail.com |
Instructor Level
| Master |
Education
| High school diploma or GED in Bachelor's degree in Human Development Master's degree in Early Education/Child Life Professional certificate or license in Provisional ECE Birth to Prek Teaching License | |
| has received formal instruction in adult education or in the facilitation of learning for adults. |
Work Experience
| LEADERSHIP/ADMINISTRATIVE EXPERIENCE BARRE UNIFIED UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT 2022-Present Barre, VT Director of Early Education • Oversight of six preschool classrooms across the school district including direct care and early education of 180 children between the ages of 3-5 years • Supervision of six general ed teachers and shared supervision of all other staff members within our PreK program (paras, special ed paras and special education teachers) • Evaluation and assessment of new staff members to support ongoing growth and development • Facilitation of workshops/ professional development opportunities addressing the various developmental needs and stages of children and addressing the needs of our learning community •Provides in classroom coaching for staff as needed (focused on emergent curriculum, the Pyramid Model and supporting social/emotional development in the classroom setting) •Serves as a member of the district administrative team, meeting to address challenges and develop high level solutions •Supports educators with designing and implementing research based, responsive curriculum opportunities for the children and families we serve •Interfaces and engages with public agencies when necessary including: Child Development Division, school districts, police departments, department of children and families and more •Works collaboratively with Pyramid 802 to implement the Pyramid Model within all of our Prek programs •Responsible for upholding our child development division license, STARS designation and UPK agreement by reapplying for the various designations as the renewal arises RUTLAND COUNTY HEAD START 2020-2022 Rutland, VT Head Start Director • Responsible for all fiscal and operational aspects of Rutland County Early Care and Education under Rutland Community Programs, including the Rutland County Head Start programming • Grant management and monitoring including grant reporting, ongoing monitoring, data analysis and implementation of data driven modifications to programming to ensure we are able to uphold the multiple grant agreements we have entered into • Management of collaborative agreements for the school district we work alongside in order to reach more children and families within the community • Supervised four members of our leadership team and six additional direct service staff, which includes conducting bi weekly reflective supervision with all members of the supervisee team • Oversaw the leadership team and guides strategic planning, operational/fiscal decisions as well as makes final determinations when necessary • Interfaced with public agencies when necessary including: Child Development Division, school districts, police departments, department of children and families and more • Worked with the board of directors and policy council to ensure Head Start Standards and Child Development Division Regulations are upheld and followed as a part of our daily practice and engagement with our learning community • Supported the education team with designing and implementing research based, responsive curriculum opportunities for all children and families we serve • Collaborated and guided the development and management of all budgets within the organization • Led several projects within the organization that lead to growth and expansion of services as well as innovation within our current program • Collaborated with other members of the early childhood education community to enhance the quality of care and education for all young children • Facilitated of workshops addressing the various developmental needs and stages of children and addressing the needs of our learning community • Facilitated and implemented educational opportunities/workshops/trainings and supervision for staff to enhance their professional development and growth and address the developmental needs of our learning community FAIR OAKS PRESCHOOL 2014-2020 Pasadena, CA Executive Director • Provided guidance and mentorship for educators in designing and implementing developmentally appropriate/ inquiry based/project based/Reggio- inspired/emergent curriculum/RIE inspired care for children ages 3 months-6 years of age • Worked with the board of directors to ensure the school’s philosophy and values are a part of our everyday practices • Maintained a safe and developmentally conducive environment for the children, families and staff at the center • Operations management and administrative duties including but not limited to; answering the phone, record keeping, customer service, enrollment, payroll, communications, develop and maintenance of a budget, bookkeeping, billing etc • Provided direct supervision and supervision meetings with staff to address areas of growth, professional development opportunities and maintain/enhance the core values of the program • Collaborated with other members of the early childhood education community to enhance the quality of care and education for all young children • Facilitated workshops addressing the various developmental needs and stages of children and addressing the needs of our learning community • Facilitated and implemented educational opportunities/workshops/trainings and supervision for staff to enhance their professional development and growth and address the developmental needs of our learning community HILL & DALE FAMILY LEARNING CENTER 4/2012-2014 Santa Monica, CA Director of Preschool Programs • Provided guidance for educators in designing and implementing developmentally appropriate/child interest based/ Reggio- inspired/emergent curriculum for children ages 2.9-6 years of age • Directed supervision for 8 staff member including assistant teachers, lead teachers and a nutritionist • Worked with the Executive Director to ensure the school’s philosophy and values are being played out and upheld in all our practices • Maintained a safe and developmentally conducive environment for the children, families and staff at the center • Administrative duties including but not limited to; answering the phone, record keeping, customer service, enrollment, and maintenance of a budget, evaluation, organization and modification of the practices and policies for our school • Provided direct supervision and supervision meetings with staff and students, to address areas of growth, professional development opportunities and maintain/enhance the core values of the program • Collaborated with other members of the early childhood education community to enhance the quality of care and education for all young children • Facilitated of educational opportunities/ workshops/supervision for staff and student teachers to enhance their professional development and growth THE GROWING PLACE 5/2010- 8/2011 Santa Monica, CA Infant/Toddler Curriculum Coordinator • Staff Supervisor for Infant/Young Toddler Program • Administrative and supervisory assistance to the school in the absence of the site director • Direct supervision and supervision meetings with staff and students, to address areas of growth, professional development opportunities and maintain/enhance the core values of the program • Collaborated with specialists from Family Services of Santa Monica to develop/implement educational care plans for children • Facilitation of educational opportunities/supervision for staff and student teachers to enhance their professional development and growth • Evaluated, Organized and modified the practices and principles in the infant program • Modified primary care model to decrease multiple caregiver interaction and support children’s ability to thrive in a group care setting • Conducted bi-annual parent/teacher conferences to discuss each child’s developmental growth • Developed and implemented policies of care and safety • Maintained NAEYC accreditation standards through classroom portfolio to ensure NAEYC standards were reflective in the staff’s everyday practice • Upheld Title 22 regulations i.e. staff/child ratio, safety guidelines, and environmental safety TEACHING EXPERIENCE THE GROWING PLACE 5/2010- 8/2011 Santa Monica, CA Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher • Designed and implemented developmentally appropriate/child interest based/ Reggio inspired/RIE inspired/emergent curriculum for children ages 3-24 months • Maintained a safe and developmentally conducive environment for the children, families and staff in the infant/toddler program • Evaluated, Organized and modified the practices and principles in the infant program • Modified primary care model to decrease multiple caregiver interaction and support children’s ability to thrive in a group care setting • Conducted bi-annual parent/teacher conferences to discuss each child’s developmental growth • Developed and implemented policies of care and safety • Maintained NAEYC accreditation standards through classroom portfolio to ensure NAEYC standards were reflective in the staff’s everyday practice • Upheld Title 22 regulations i.e. staff/child ratio, safety guidelines, and environmental safety CHILDRENS HOSPITAL OF LOS ANGELES 9/2008- 5/2010 Los Angeles, CA Child Life Specialist- Rehabilitation and Acute Care • Provided Child Life Services to both rehabilitation and acute care patients • Provided educational opportunities for inpatient population which included procedural preparation, education, educational support for siblings and family members • Designed and implemented developmental plans to help patients maximize their compliance and success in the rehabilitation process • Facilitate developmentally appropriate play session for inpatients of all ages birth – 21 years of age • Direct supervision of volunteers and students in the Child Life program • Attended and actively participated in multi-disciplinary rounds • Actively fundraised/worked with donors to enhance the materials and environment for the children we served. • Managed a designated annual budget and identified appropriate percentages for each area of spending/saving. • Advocated for appropriate and meaningful interaction with children and their families • Bereavement support for patient’s siblings and family • Conducted grief and bereavement educational courses for incoming interns • Educated medical staff and parents about the developmental vulnerabilities of hospitalized children between the ages of birth-21 years MILLS COLLEGE CHILDREN’S SCHOOL 2005-2007 Oakland, CA Student Teacher/Infant, Toddler and Preschool Teacher • Worked as a teacher in the toddler, preschool and infant programs during the school year and summer • Designed and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum for the children in our classroom, which included art, science, literacy, mathematic concepts and other academic areas of study • Provided direct care for small primary groups in the infant/toddler program which included basic care, developing a secure relationship with the child and the family and keeping the family informed about their child’s ongoing development • Created interest based learning opportunities for both small groups of children and the classroom areas • Responsible for setting up and maintaining a variety of areas in the classroom including dramatic play area, block area, quiet area, library and art area • Engaged in team meetings to discuss the operations of the classroom, connect regarding children’s developmental needs and curriculum planning PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS/CERTIFICATES • Certified Child Life Specialist 2008-2017 • Member of Director’s Alliance since 2014 • Member of the Child Life Council 2008-2017 • Cal Mentor- Teacher Mentor 2010-2011 • Presented infant/toddler curriculum at NAEYC 2010 • Presenter at ECSTEM in Pasadena 2019 References available upon requests | ||||||||||
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Additional Information
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| Child Development (Early Childhood) Families and Communities (Early Childhood) Teaching and Learning (Early Childhood) Healthy and Safe Environments (Early Childhood) Professionalism and Program Organization (Early Childhood) Child and Youth Development (Afterschool) | |||||||||||||||||
| Specific Curricula: | Recognized Community of Practice Facilitator | ||||||||||||||||
| Training Topics | How Children Develop Influences on Development Child Development Theory Temperament Social/Emotional Development Early Intervention Building Relationships with Families Respectful Communication Parenting Outdoor Learning Environments Curriculum Development Early Literacy Math Science Medication Administration CPR/First Aid Ethical Conduct Professional Growth Working with Staff and Colleagues Regulatory Compliance Program Quality/Accreditation Legal and Financial Issues Program Administration Leadership | ||||||||||||||||
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| 1. I believe all adults are capable, competent learners who bring a wealth of knowledge to their learning process and the learning process of those they are working alongside. As the instructor, I seek out that knowledge by offering various ways to explore and learn about different topics or subjects. 2. When working with adults, it is important to engage and have back-and-forth interactions, discussions, and debates that deepen knowledge. Understanding the whys in learning is critical to learning new information and gaining a more comprehensive understanding of the topic. 3. Adults need a variety of ways to explore and share their learning and knowledge. I believe in providing adult learners with opportunities for work groups, projects, written expression, tests, and creative ways to share learning together or explore topics and concepts. Often, I will start a training by asking participants how they learn and what teaching model works best and try to incorporate that in my teaching practices. |
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