Janene Hudson

During my 20 +years at Head Start I started as a substitute in 2001 moved to Lead Teacher and around 2017 I moved to the office at the center as center director/family advocate. around 2020 at the suggestion of Linda Truett I moved back into the classroom as lead Teacher and Center Director. I have been able to open an extra classroom during this time moving from 2 classrooms to three. I have completed multiple degrees 2007 Early Childhood Credentials, 2006 Associate in Applied science Degree Early childhood associates. 2008 Associates in applied science Early childhood education- Special Education. 2009 Associate in applied science Early Childhood Education - Teacher Associate. 2015 Level 3 Administration. 2015 Bachelors of Science Birth to Kindergarten.

• Coordinated special events such as holiday celebrations or parent-teacher conferences, fostering community engagement among families in the program.
• Reduced staff turnover rate by cultivating a positive work environment through team-building activities and open communication channels.
• Maintained accurate record-keeping systems to track student progress, attendance, health information, and other pertinent data efficiently.
• Oversaw compliance with state licensing regulations, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of requirements and addressing any areas needing improvement promptly.
• Championed inclusive practices within the childcare center, ensuring that all children and families felt welcomed and supported regardless of cultural or socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Implemented safety procedures and protocols to maintain a secure environment for both children and staff members.
• Increased enrollment numbers by executing effective marketing strategies targeting local families seeking quality childcare options.
• Collaborated with parents to address individual child needs, fostering strong partnerships and enhancing overall family satisfaction.
• Cultivated relationships with local schools to facilitate seamless transitions between preschool programs and elementary school settings for graduating students.
• Established clear expectations for behavior management within the childcare center, promoting consistency among staff members when addressing challenging situations with children.
• Conducted thorough performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of growth and providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
• Mentored new hires during onboarding process, facilitating smooth integration into the childcare center team dynamics.
• Developed relationships with community organizations to provide additional resources and services to families.
• Supervised and managed team of childcare professionals to guarantee highest standards of care.
• Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
• Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
• Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
• Monitored and observed child progress, interactions and behavior and reported findings to parents.
• Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.