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Lauren Lewis

Kings Beach

Summary

Accomplished Director at Incline Village Nursery School, adept in strategic planning and operations management, significantly enhanced team collaboration and childcare quality. Skilled in people management and verbal communication, successfully raised funds and fostered a nurturing environment, demonstrating a results-driven approach with a focus on achievements. High level of experience working with children.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Director

Incline Village Nursery School
07.2022 - Current


  • Oversaw the daily operations of a small non-profit pre-school.
  • Ensured school met licensing standards set forth by Washoe County as well as the local health department.
  • Planned and executed a yearly fundraiser along side a committee to raise funds to cover scholarships for local students.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
  • Created and fostered a nurturing and warm learning environment for children ages 3-5 along side a team of teachers.
  • Worked collaboratively with a board of trustees to ensure the success of the school.
  • Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
  • Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
  • Provided high-quality care to all enrolled children by recruiting, training, and supervising qualified staff members.
  • Supported children''s social-emotional development through age-appropriate activities that encouraged empathy, cooperation, and self regulation.
  • Enhanced childcare program quality by implementing evidence-based practices and strategies.

Local Childcare Consultant

Cultural Care Au Pair, USA - Au Pair
04.2022 - Current

Oversee all families in the greater Lake Tahoe area that host an Au Pair through Cultural Care Au Pair. The State Department sets rules and guidelines for this visa program. I ensure all families are following those guidelines.

Private Nanny

Marshall and Beth Clyde
02.2021 - 08.2023
  • Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
  • Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.

Private Nanny

Joe and Jenny Molinelli
08.2019 - 08.2021
  • Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
  • Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.

Lead Teacher

Incline Village Nursery School
08.2015 - 06.2018
  • Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
  • Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
  • Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
  • Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

University of Maine At Farmington
Farmington, ME
05.2010

High School Diploma -

Messalonskee High School
Oakland, ME
06.2006

Skills

  • Strategic Planning
  • Verbal and written communication
  • People Management
  • Operations Management

Timeline

Director

Incline Village Nursery School
07.2022 - Current

Local Childcare Consultant

Cultural Care Au Pair, USA - Au Pair
04.2022 - Current

Private Nanny

Marshall and Beth Clyde
02.2021 - 08.2023

Private Nanny

Joe and Jenny Molinelli
08.2019 - 08.2021

Lead Teacher

Incline Village Nursery School
08.2015 - 06.2018

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

University of Maine At Farmington

High School Diploma -

Messalonskee High School
Lauren Lewis