Christa Wilson
Marietta
Summary
Seeking a position that is challenging, engaging and will utilize the leadership skills and education acquired in Early Childhood Development.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Site Dierctor
York Jewish Community Center
York
07.2024 - Current
- Supported site director in daily operations and facility management tasks.
- Assisted in planning and coordinating community programs and events for diverse groups.
- Facilitated communication between staff, members, and community partners effectively.
- Organized schedules and activities for staff to ensure efficient operation flow.
- Maintained safety standards and ensured compliance with health regulations consistently.
- Provided training and support to new staff on procedures and best practices.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations requiring immediate attention.
DHS Director/ Certified Montessori Toddler Teacher
Montessori Academy of Lancaster
Lancaster
08.2021 - 07.2024
- Preparing the environment to provide a foundation for all activities in the Montessori classroom, by fulfilling the child's needs through exercises in daily living. The child gains confidence and mastery of their environment which they apply in purposeful work that they have done.
- Supervise the morning before-school program and 3 toddler rooms.
Certified Montessori Toddler Teacher
St. Andrews Episcopal School
Houston
12.2011 - 02.2021
- Assist with the overall daily operational functions of classroom and health & safety indoors and outdoors
- Maintaining a learning environment that encourages exploration
- Promote quality and effective classroom management
- Work with staff to incorporate the Montessori philosophy and mission statement of the church.
Lead Certified Infant & Toddler Teacher
Sherwood Forest Montessori School
Houston
12.2007 - 08.2011
- Develop a curriculum that is age and developmentally appropriate for toddlers.
- Encourage teacher, staff and parent relationships.
- Support and expedite the overall goals of the school.
- Maintain accreditation status with AMS(American Montessori Society) and NAEYC
- Preparing the environment to provide a foundation for all activities in the Montessori classroom, by fulfilling the child's needs through exercises in daily living. The child gains confidence and mastery of their environment which they apply in purposeful work that they have done.
- Incorporate teamwork among co-workers and classroom assistants.
PreK-4 Teacher
St. Jerome Early Childhood Center
Houston
01.2002 - 01.2007
- Teacher of the Year 2002-2003 @ St. Jerome ECC
- Provide a developmentally appropriate curriculum for 4/5 year old children.
- Support and nurture a healthy, safe and learning environment.
- Continue to support and uphold the NAEYC standards in order to maintain accreditation status.
- To prepare children for religion and liturgies also assist with Fall/Spring festivals and field days.
- To help collaborate activities for 'The Week Of The Young Child'.
Manager
Champions After school Program
Houston
01.2001 - 01.2002
- To coordinate the curriculum aspects of the program.
- To supervise and handle staffing/parenting issues.
- To comply with State Regulations and company policies.
- To handle budget and assist with finances: accts. payable, coding invoices and filing.
- To encourage healthy relations between the after school program and the Elem. School's staff.
Education
Infant & Toddler Certification -
Lonestar College
Houston, TXA.A.S. - Child Development
Houston Community College
Houston, TXCDA - Child Development Associate -
Child Care Council
Houston, TXCertification
- CDA - Child Development Associate - Credential awarded by the Council for professional Recognition.
- CPR/First Aid Certified
Hobbies and Interests
To collaborate with organizations in order to meet the needs of families and their children.
References
References furnished upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Site Dierctor
York Jewish Community Center
07.2024 - Current
DHS Director/ Certified Montessori Toddler Teacher
Montessori Academy of Lancaster
08.2021 - 07.2024
Certified Montessori Toddler Teacher
St. Andrews Episcopal School
12.2011 - 02.2021
Lead Certified Infant & Toddler Teacher
Sherwood Forest Montessori School
12.2007 - 08.2011
PreK-4 Teacher
St. Jerome Early Childhood Center
01.2002 - 01.2007
Manager
Champions After school Program
01.2001 - 01.2002
Infant & Toddler Certification -
Lonestar College
A.A.S. - Child Development
Houston Community College
CDA - Child Development Associate -
Child Care Council