Elizabeth Fearn
Irvine
Summary
Program Director at Slater Montessori Academy with experience in relationship building and curriculum development. Expert in fostering student engagement through innovative educational curriculum in all aspects of child development. Proficient in InDesign, InCopy and Microsoft Office computer programs. Hardworking and passionate early childhood educator and administrator ready to help achieve parent, student, and teaching goals.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Director
Slater Montessori Academy
10.2019 - Current
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for preschool and elementary school program operations.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and staff to establish trust and open communication lines to support student, parent, and teacher goals.
- Mentored staff members for professional development and evaluated performances.
- Established program policies and procedures to comply with Title 22 regulatory requirements.
- Developed and implemented educational programs aligning with Montessori and Traditional principles to enhance student engagement.
- Managed budget allocation for program resources, ensuring efficient use of funds while maintaining quality program services.
- Oversaw curriculum design, integrating innovative instructional strategies to meet diverse student needs and individual learning styles.
- Maintained all staff and student records.
- Recruited and trained staff and volunteers to upgrade collective team skills.
- Coordinated budgeting, scheduling, tuition collecting, ordering supplies, and resource allocation to facilitate smooth flow of operations.
- Monitored and maintained students records for state subsidized programs such as OCDE, CHS, and CalWORKS.
- Collected, logged and maintained enrollment, material, and tuition fees.
- Developed and implemented program goals and objectives, establishing specific and measurable outcomes aligned with organization's overall mission.
Private Childcare Provider
Edward and Michelle Farrell
08.2016 - 09.2019
- Provided personalized care and support for children's daily activities and educational needs.
- Developed engaging learning experiences through age-appropriate activities and play-based education.
- Maintained a safe, clean environment adhering to health and safety standards.
- Facilitated intellectual growth through age-appropriate educational activities including math, reading, writing, and the arts.
- Transported child to library and sgroup social activities.
Freelance Editor Assistant
Teacher Created Materials
02.2013 - 06.2016
- Developed and edited educational materials ensuring alignment with curriculum standards.
- Made editorial corrections and implemented changes into InCopy and InDesign programs.
- Assisted editors with assemblimg school fair booklets and other projects.
Lead Pre-K Teacher/Assistant Director
Mayflower Preschool
02.2010 - 06.2013
- Designed and implemented age appropriate engaging lesson plans aligned with developmental standards.
- Led classroom activities fostering social, emotional, and cognitive growth in students.
- Mentored and trained junior educators on effective teaching strategies and classroom management.
- Collaborated with parents to support student progress and address individual needs.
- Assisted director in all aspects of a preschool program.
Pre-K Teacher and Assistant Director
Westminster Lutheran Church of Hope Preschool, Kindergarten, and Afterschool Program
10.1996 - 12.2009
- Developed and maintained engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles to promote growth.
- Fostered a supportive classroom environment promoting social and emotional development.
- Implemented age-appropriate activities enhancing cognitive, social-emotional, physical and motor skills.
- Collaborated with staff and parents to address individual student needs and progress.
- Mentored new teachers on effective classroom management techniques.
- Evaluated student performance using observational assessments and feedback.
- Assisted Director with giving tours, enrolling students, training new staff, writing newsletters, timecard, assembling and presenting staff meetings trainings, and all aspects of running a preschool and kindergarten program.
Education
Early Childhood Education
Orange Coast College
Costa Mesa, CAPsychology And Child Development
Golden West College
Huntington Beach, CAChild And Family
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CASkills
- Relationship building with students, parents, and peers
- Able to adapt and learn new computer programs quickly
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, InCopy, and InDesign computer programs
- Effective in planning and implementing engaging curriculum
- Knowledgeable in all areas of child development
Timeline
Program Director
Slater Montessori Academy
10.2019 - Current
Private Childcare Provider
Edward and Michelle Farrell
08.2016 - 09.2019
Freelance Editor Assistant
Teacher Created Materials
02.2013 - 06.2016
Lead Pre-K Teacher/Assistant Director
Mayflower Preschool
02.2010 - 06.2013
Pre-K Teacher and Assistant Director
Westminster Lutheran Church of Hope Preschool, Kindergarten, and Afterschool Program
10.1996 - 12.2009
Early Childhood Education
Orange Coast College
Psychology And Child Development
Golden West College
Child And Family
California State University, Long Beach