Dena Pittsenbarger

• Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
• Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum and instructional practices.
• Developed age-appropriate curriculum for diverse learning styles and needs.
• Oversaw daily operations to ensure a safe and nurturing environment for children.
• Trained and mentored staff on best practices in early childhood education.

• Conducted developmental assessments for children to identify individual needs.
• Developed and implemented individualized care plans for diverse child populations.
• Assessed children's developmental needs through observations and standardized screenings.
• Collaborated with families to create personalized care plans and support strategies.
• Provided guidance and training for parents on child development and behavioral issues.

• Mentor providing educational/technical assistance to child care home/center providers providing Early Head Start services to infants, toddlers, and families enrolled in the Early Head Start program.
• Supported childcare home/center providers by sharing management responsibilities with team members.
• Prepared and submitted compliance records according to federal, state, and local requirements.

• Supervised 6 to 8 teachers, ensuring compliance with Missouri licensing standards.
• Managed enrollment processes, maintained accurate attendance records, coordinated grocery purchases, processed payments from parents, and communicated account statuses.
• Implemented developmentally appropriate activities to support children's growth and learning.

Renewed and Registered vehicles, issued and renewed personal driver's license.

• Used the computer, made copies, answered the phone, worked with the general public.

• Renewed and registered vehicles; issued and renewed personal driver's licenses to ensure compliance with state regulations.
• Operated computer systems, made copies, answered phone inquiries, and assisted the general public to facilitate efficient service delivery.

• My responsibilities were to implement developmentally appropriate activities, have good communication skills with staff and parents.
• Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse classroom environments.
• Fostered positive relationships with students and families.
• Implemented age-appropriate educational activities and assessments.

• Implemented developmentally appropriate activities and communicated effectively with staff and parents.
• Collected payments and enrolled children in program while distributing promotional materials to increase enrollment.
• Supervised children ages 5-12 in a safe environment, facilitating games and providing healthy snacks to support their well-being while parents were at work.

• Answered phones, managed bulk mailings, taught computer classes, and sent and received faxes to facilitate smooth office operations.