Sarah Nester
Bethlehhem
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Apple Pie Christian Academy, driving operational efficiency through strategic initiatives and data-driven decision making. Skilled in employee supervision and crisis management, I foster a culture of continuous improvement, mentoring staff to enhance performance and accountability across departments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director
Traci`s Learning Center
05.2019 - Current
- Assisted in developing and implementing operational strategies for program improvement.
- Supported project management activities, ensuring adherence to timelines and deliverables.
- Coordinated communication among team members to facilitate effective collaboration.
- Conducted research to inform decision-making processes and identify best practices.
Early Head Start Director
Apple Pie Christian Academy
06.2016 - 05.2019
- Led cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategic initiatives that enhanced operational efficiency.
- Established performance metrics to assess progress and drive accountability across departments.
- Directed budget management processes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and resource optimization.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by mentoring staff in best practices and innovative problem-solving techniques.
Class Leader
ABC and Me Learning Center
06.2011 - 06.2016
- Led classroom discussions, fostering engagement and critical thinking among students.
- Developed lesson plans aligning with curriculum standards, enhancing educational outcomes.
- Mentored new educators, providing guidance on best practices and classroom management.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies, improving student participation and understanding.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Delaware County Community College
Media, PA12-2008
Skills
- Employee supervision
- Artistic project leadership
- Organizational strategy development
- Data-driven decision making
- Data analysis
- Regulatory compliance
- Team operations
- Task delegation
- Crisis management
- Staff coordination
- Individual accountability
- Problem-solving
- Organizational skills
- Multitasking
- Documentation and reporting
- Training and development
Certification
CPR and First Aid Training
Water Safety Training
Mandated Reporting Training
Health and Safety Training
Timeline
Assistant Director
Traci`s Learning Center
05.2019 - Current
Early Head Start Director
Apple Pie Christian Academy
06.2016 - 05.2019
Class Leader
ABC and Me Learning Center
06.2011 - 06.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Delaware County Community College
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