Instructor:
| , Community College of Vermont , Phone: E-mail: may11170@gmail.com |
Instructor Level
| Master |
Education
| Master's degree in M.Ed | |
| Registered Second Degree Reiki Practitioner Certified Lamaze Childbirth Educator Birth and Post-Partum Doula Certified CLASS Observer | |
| has received formal instruction in adult education or in the facilitation of learning for adults. |
Work Experience
| EMPLOYMENT Adjunct Faculty (Current) - Community College of Vermont •Program Management •Leadership, Mentoring and Supervision •Communication in the Early Childhood and Afterschool Workplace •Curriculum Development •Introduction to Early Childhood Education 2014- 2021 Child Development Manager – Head Start and Early Head Start. WSESU Early Education Services. Brattleboro, VT Major responsibilities include assuring state licensing and national accreditation, overseeing curriculum development, developmental screening/assessment, coordination and tracking of special education services, grant writing, staff recruitment and supervision, staff development, program assessment and ongoing strategic planning. 2007- 2014 Coordinator of Academic Services – Community College of Vermont In this role, I coordinated the Northern Lights Career Development Center (Statewide), working closely with the Vermont Child Development Division, Vermont State Colleges, and the Vermont Agency of Education. Responsibilities included providing BFIS training and supporting statewide utilization, chairing the Instructor Registry Approval Panel and the Program Director Credential Committee, planning and coordinating course offerings, recruiting and supporting instructors, career advising, and participating on a variety of statewide professional development committees and other initiatives to support a strong early childhood workforce. 2008-2012 Mental Health Clinician – Health Care and Rehabilitation Services. Springfield, VT I provided training and consultation to schools in an effort to support both staff and family’s ability to meet children’s social and emotional needs. 2003-2007 Child Development Manager – Head Start and Early Head Start. WSESU Early Education Services. Brattleboro, VT My responsibilities included managing early childhood education, disabilities and mental health services for children and families in Head Start and Early Head Start. 2001-2003 Program Director - Brattleboro Centre for Children. Brattleboro, VT I developed this licensed, center based early education program which continues to serve young children ages 6 weeks-5 years and their families. Responsibilities included designing program policies and procedures, grant writing, recruitment and admissions, staff development, collaborating with public schools, Head Start and other community agencies, and the daily program operations of this social/emotional based early childhood program. 2001-2003 Clinician – Infant-Child Guidance Project/CUPS. Brattleboro, VT I provided mental health consultation to classroom teachers and supported them in recognizing and responding to children in need of additional social/emotional support. Services included classroom observations, child observations, behavior planning, partnering with parents, staff training, individual and group work with children. 1999-2001 Mental Health Specialist – HCS Head Start. Springfield, MA I managed the mental health program for this large early childhood agency which serves high-risk children and families. I developed a program model that included prevention, identification, psycho-social assessment and intervention. I supervised a team of early childhood clinicians. Mental health services were implemented into the classroom and the home. As a member of a multi-disciplinary team, my responsibilities included community assessment, proposal/grant writing, program planning, networking and collaboration with community agencies, mental health training and consultation within Head Start and the community. 1991-1998 Early Childhood Clinician - Child Guidance Clinic of Behavioral Health Network. Springfield, MA I provided the following clinical services: assessment and diagnosis, treatment planning, individual and group therapy, and training/consultation to families, Head Start and private/public schools. 1988-2001 Parent Education Instructor - Bay State Medical Center, Springfield MA I designed and instructed classes in Childbirth Preparation, Prenatal and Postpartum Care, Infant Care, Child Development and Parenting. I also assisted couples during their childbirth experience. 1994-1999 Owner/Director - Woodland Acres Child Care. Hampden, MA Responsibilities included maintaining the daily business operation and educational programming for this licensed family day care. 1991-1994 Developmental Educator - The Child Guidance Clinic of Behavioral Health Network. S Springfield, MA I was a member of an Early Intervention Team, providing developmental screening and assessment, service planning, home visits, children’s play groups and parent education groups. 1982-1988 Social Worker/Program Coordinator - MSPCC. Holyoke, MA I provided program development and training in family life education to local schools and community agencies. Responsibilities included proposal/grant writing, marketing and advertising, fundraising, and the supervision of Parent Aides/Educators. 1980-1982 Director of Social Services/Parent Involvement. Holyoke/Chicopee Head Start. Holyoke, MA I was responsible for meeting federal performance standards and managing the implementation of social services and parent involvement within thirteen Head Start classrooms. 1978-1980 Mental Health Coordinator Holyoke/Chicopee Head Start. Holyoke, MA I coordinated The Child and Family Mental Health Project, a pilot three year federal project implemented in 7 Head Start programs nationally. Preventive approaches to early childhood mental health were integrated into existing program areas and included working with children, parents and teachers. 1976-1978 Preschool Teacher Holyoke/Chicopee Head Start. Holyoke, MA PERSONAL STRENGTHS • Strong leadership and organizational skills • Proficient in data collecting, analyzing and reporting • Program assessment and strategic planning • Grant writing and fiscal operations • Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of constituents AFFILIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS National Association for the Education of Young Children Vermont Association for the Education of Young Children National Head Start Association | ||||||||||
| More than 15 years instructing adults. | ||||||||||
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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) Observing and Assessing (Early Childhood) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Specific Curricula: | Advanced Specialized Care Fundamentals (Level I) Beyond the Fundamentals (Level II) Vermont Early Learning Standards (VELS) Modules Vermont Foundations for Early Learning (FEL) Modules Pyramid Model Training Modules Preventing Child Abuse and Neglect (PCAN) Second Step Violence Prevention Curriculum Strengthening Families curricula (approved trainer) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Training Topics | Influences on Development Temperament Resiliency Social/Emotional Development Addressing Challenges Supportive Interactions Building Relationships with Families Respectful Communication Parenting Networking and Collaborations Indoor Learning Environments Outdoor Learning Environments Observation/Assessment Curriculum Development Early Literacy Math Science Systems Resources Ethical Conduct Professional Growth Working with Staff and Colleagues How Adults Learn Regulatory Compliance Program Quality/Accreditation Program Assessment and Evaluation Program Administration Leadership | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1) I present information in a way that supports a variety of learning styles. Participants see, hear and experience through hands on learning. 2) I believe that adult learners value their time, and are deserving of instructors who are organized, prepared and knowledgeable. 3)Although I always have an agenda and goals for my trainings and courses, I believe in being flexible. The interests and learning needs of the group are always my priority. |
Logistics
| $125 per hour | |
| Windsor County | |
| Statewide, *Inquire with Instructor, Windsor County | |
| 50 miles from , | |
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