Rutgers University Child Development Associate Resume Sample

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Kendy Trivet

Address: Madison, Old Bridge, NJ, USA

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Experienced consultant, speaker and author in the field of early childhood providing professional development and parenting education. State of New Jersey Approved Instructor of Adults and Technical Assistance Specialist.

Work experience

04/2010 - present, Early Childhood Consultant, Speaker & Author, Cindy Terebush, CPC, CYPFC

Provides professional development workshops and presentations for school directors, teaching staffs and parent groups. Topics include:

Child Growth and Development
Positive Discipline
Curriculum
Family & Community Relationships

Venues include:

Day care centers, preschools and various parent associations/groups
Resource & Referral Agencies
Professional Conferences (workshop and keynote sessions)
The Young Child Expo international event in New York City
National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Annual Conference and various state affiliate events

09/2017 - present, Grow NJ Kids Quality Rating Improvement System Trainer, Grow NJ Kids (Rutgers University School of Social Work)

Provide curriculum training for early childhood staff members whose centers/school are participants in the Grow NJ Kids Quality Rating Improvement System. Training is focused on implementation of The Creative Curriculum for Infant/Toddlers and The Creative Curriculum for Preschoolers.

03/2017 - present, Child Development Associate Professonal Development Specialist, Council for Professional Recognition

Conduct visits with CDA Candidates to review their professional portfolio, observe teaching and reflect on their practices. Scores from visits are submitted to the Council and help to determine the candidate's eligibility for the CDA credential.

09/2016 - present, Lead Instructor for Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential Candidates, Child and Family Resources, Mt. Arlington, NJ

Teach Child Development Associate (CDA) classes

Prepare lessons
Classroom Instruction
Assist candidates with phases of credentialing

10/2006 - 06/2017, Director of Schools and Nursery School Director, Temple Shalom of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, NJ

Director of Schools (2010-2017)

Nursery School Director (2006-2010)

Designed and implemented curriculum in preschool, religious school and Hebrew high school
Managed a staff of 18 teachers and assistant teachers
Developed and maintained a budget for all schools
Planned and implemented programs for parents
Provided and obtained staff development courses
Adhered to State of New Jersey requirements for preschool licensing
Developed experiential learning opportunities

11/2003 - 10/2006, Teacher, The Goddard School, North Brunswick, NJ

Head teacher in classes including toddlers, 3 year olds and kindergarten
Planned all learning activities based upon best practice for early childhood education
Supervised assistant teachers
Maintained standards based upon Goddard School requirements and the State of New Jersey preschool requirements for licensing

01/1998 - 12/2004, Teacher and Director of Education, Huntington Learning Center, East Brunswick, NJ

Administered and interpreted diagnostic testing to plan individual learning plans students
Evaluated the progress of students
Scheduled staff and students for tutoring
Trained new staff members
Communicated progress of students to parents
Tutored students preparing for the verbal section of the SAT
Tutored special needs and typically developing students

Education

1983 - 1987, English and Teacher Education, Kean University, Union, NJ

Bachelor of Arts Degree with Teaching Certification

Graduated Summa Cum Laude

10/2006 - 01/2007, Administration of Early Childhood Center, New Jersey Early Childhood Directors' Academy

Specialized coursework for Early Childhood Center Directors

Certified Youth, Parent, Family Coach and Certified Professional Coach, World Coach Institute

present, MS Early Childhood Studies - Specialization in Teaching & Learning, Walden University

Skills

Software

Microsoft Office

Adult Education

Teaching and Facilitating

Public Speaking

Large and Small Group

Publications

2014, The Shriver Report: A Woman's Nation on the Brink

Authored Four Articles:

Equality in My Home
Family Finances: Tips to Teaching Your Children About Money
From Working Mom to Working Woman: The Opportunity of the Empty Nest
Stress in the Family: Helping Our Children to Cope

2015, Noodle Education

Authored Three Articles:

5 Ways Preschools Can Build Confidence in Your Toddler
Can Your Preschool Handle Your Child's Separation Anxiety
Pros & Cons of the Three Most Popular Child Care Options

10/2017, Teach the Whole Preschooler: Strategies for Nurturing Developing Minds, WW Norton, ISBN 978-0-393-71154-7

Description:

Effective educators connect their students to new concepts through meaningful and impactful interactions. This book gives preschool teachers new strategies for updating interactions and vitalizing lessons by recognizing students as complete emotional, social, and cognitive human beings.

Achievements

Completed ECERS-3 and ITERS-R Online Training Courses. Completed course in Healthy Lifestyles for Preschool Families from Rutgers University, The University of Arizona and Prevent Child Abuse NJ.

Volunteering

12/2016 - present, President, New Jersey Consortium of Early Childhood Consultants

07/2013 - present, President Elect and Social Media Committee Chairperson, New Jersey Association for the Education of Young Children

I have been an active member of NJAEYC and was elected President Elect in 2017.

Past President, Shore Affiliate of New Jersey Association for the Education of Young Children

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