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Patranella Washington

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Summary

Dynamic educator with extensive experience as Lead Infant Teacher at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic School. Expert in creative teaching and classroom organization, fostering emotional growth and communication skills in infants. Proven ability to enhance parent-teacher communication and ensure health and safety compliance, driving positive developmental outcomes.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Infant Teacher / Director / Director Designee

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic School
12.2021 - 06.2025
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
  • Fostered a nurturing environment promoting social, emotional, and cognitive development in infants.
  • Collaborated with parents to support child growth and address developmental concerns effectively.
  • Mentored junior staff, providing guidance on best practices for infant care and education.

Lead Infant Teacher

Westwego Angels Academy
05.2018 - 03.2020
  • Maintained compliance with health and safety regulations while optimizing classroom resources for learning experiences.
  • Contributed to the emotional growth of infants by providing consistent support, care, and encouragement.
  • Promoted development of social, emotional, and communication skills in infants.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents by maintaining open communication channels and providing regular updates on their child''s progress.
  • Enhanced infant development by implementing age-appropriate activities and lessons.

Lead Infant Teacher

Jacob Ladder Learning Academy
08.2012 - 05.2017
  • Conducted regular assessments to monitor developmental milestones and adapt curricula accordingly.
  • Coordinated activities that enhance language acquisition and sensory exploration among infants.
  • Established strong classroom management techniques ensuring a safe and supportive learning space.
  • Boosted communication skills among infants through engaging storytelling and song sessions.
  • Kept classroom and feeding areas clean, neat, and safe.

Site Director

Smart Start Child Care Center
01.2010 - 07.2012
  • Directed operational strategy to enhance site performance and efficiency across all departments.

Assistant Director

Children Collage Of Academics
02.2007 - 12.2009
  • Led strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and improve service delivery standards.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements and optimize workflow effectiveness.
  • Managed budgets and resource allocation to ensure alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
  • Streamlined communication between teachers, parents, and administrators to foster a collaborative learning environment.
  • Mentored new teachers through observation, feedback, and professional development opportunities.

Program Director

Boys and Girls Club Southwest Louisana
04.2006 - 02.2007
  • Led cross-functional teams to develop and implement program strategies aligned with organizational goals.
  • Managed budget allocations and resource planning for multiple projects, ensuring optimal utilization of funds.
  • Streamlined program processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing turnaround time for project deliverables.
  • Mentored staff, fostering professional development and improving team performance through targeted training initiatives.

Education

No Degree -

Grambling, LA

Ancillary Certificate -

State Department of Education
New Orleans, LA
08-2019

Associate Early Childhood Education -

Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LA
01-2010

Associate National Credentialing Program -

Child Development Associate
New Orleans, LA
01-2010

O .Perry Walker High School
New Orleans, LA
05-1983

Skills

  • Creative teaching
  • Classroom organization
  • Health and safety
  • Parent-teacher communication

Certification

Cpr

First Aid

Timeline

Lead Infant Teacher / Director / Director Designee

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic School
12.2021 - 06.2025

Lead Infant Teacher

Westwego Angels Academy
05.2018 - 03.2020

Lead Infant Teacher

Jacob Ladder Learning Academy
08.2012 - 05.2017

Site Director

Smart Start Child Care Center
01.2010 - 07.2012

Assistant Director

Children Collage Of Academics
02.2007 - 12.2009

Program Director

Boys and Girls Club Southwest Louisana
04.2006 - 02.2007

No Degree -

Ancillary Certificate -

State Department of Education

Associate Early Childhood Education -

Delgado Community College

Associate National Credentialing Program -

Child Development Associate

O .Perry Walker High School
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