Abbey Pearson
Galt
Summary
Strategic Site Director with expertise in client assessment, program development, and community advocacy. Engaged parents and caregivers through innovative process improvements, enhancing collaboration and family bonds. Led staff training and curriculum development initiatives, driving community engagement and supporting developmental assessment.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Toddler/Preschool Site Director
Sierra At Tahoe Ski Resort
Twinbriges
11.2020 - Current
- Led staff training and development programs for seasonal employees, enhancing team skills and service quality.
- Facilitated recruitment, training, evaluation, and discipline of employees, ensuring a well-prepared and compliant workforce.
- Provided guidance, direction, and support to ensure completion of projects on time and within budget.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to review performance metrics and identify areas for improvement.
- Monitored daily activities of site personnel, ensuring adherence to quality assurance standards and fostering a positive environment.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents through regular communication and community events.
- Supervised classroom activities to maintain a safe and engaging environment for students.
- Oversaw day-to-day activities of preschool.
- Facilitated student admissions and placements to ensure proper enrollment.
- Oversaw the hiring of qualified staff members, including teachers and classroom aides.
- Assisted teachers with developing age-appropriate curricula that meet all state standards for early childhood education programs.
- Created policies and procedures related to curriculum design, student behavior management, safety protocols.
Assesment Team Lead
First 5 California
Placerville
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Created communication materials that effectively engaged community stakeholders.
- Coordinated collaboration between departments to improve service delivery.
- Provided mentorship and support to team members in their professional development.
- Assisted the manager in setting achievable goals for the team while monitoring progress towards them.
- Developed communication materials to engage community stakeholders effectively.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements and implemented changes.
Child Development Specialist/Early Head Start
ElDorado County Office of Education
Placerville
08.1999 - 05.2009
- Conducted assessments to identify developmental milestones and challenges, informing tailored intervention strategies.
- Developed individualized education plans for children with diverse developmental needs.
- Monitored children's progress and adjusted interventions.
- Facilitated workshops for parents on child development strategies and resources, enhancing parental engagement and support.
- Collaborated with teachers, pediatricians, psychologists, counselors, social workers, speech therapists, occupational therapists and other professionals involved in a child's life.
- Advocated for children's needs within the educational system and community resources, ensuring access to necessary services and support.
- Conducted home visits to evaluate the child's environment and provide support for family members.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss current cases or develop new programs tailored towards helping children reach their fullest potential.
- Identified appropriate community resources and provided referrals for services.
- Maintained records regarding each child's progress over time.
- Actively participated in professional development workshops related to early childhood education topics.
- Interfaced with the local court system, attending court proceedings and working directly with attorneys, CPS, Foster Agencies, and Continuation School
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences Education/Phycology
Chapman University
Orange, CA05-2007
Associate of Arts - ECE
Consumnes River College
Folsom, CA01-2001
Skills
- Developmental Assessment with Standardized Tools
- Program development
- Curriculum development
- Staff Training
- Workflow management
- Documentation and reporting
- Communication strategies
- Written communication
- Team leadership
- Community advocacy
- Case Management
Certification
Multiple Certifications, including Infant Massage, Lactation Educator, Baby Sign
Timeline
Toddler/Preschool Site Director
Sierra At Tahoe Ski Resort
11.2020 - Current
Assesment Team Lead
First 5 California
01.2009 - 01.2012
Child Development Specialist/Early Head Start
ElDorado County Office of Education
08.1999 - 05.2009
Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences Education/Phycology
Chapman University
Associate of Arts - ECE
Consumnes River College