HEIDI M.

CHOICE
3517 Beechnut Court
Fayetteville, NC 28311
(910) 286-8557
email: hcf4a648@westpost.net
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CAREER OBJECTIVE: To obtain a responsible and challenging position, where my ed
ucation and 10+ years of experience in the Early Care and Education field will b
e utilized to make a difference in the lives of children, families, and their co
mmunities.
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EDUCATION
2010 Fayetteville State University, Fayetteville, North Carolina
Bachelors of Science Degree
Birth - Kindergarten Education/Sociology
2006 Duke University, Durham, North Carolina
Certificate in Nonprofit Management
2004 Fayetteville Technical Community College, Fayetteville, North Carolina
Associate in Applied Science Degree in Early Childhood Education (4.0 GPA)
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WORK EXPERIENCE
2004-2008 Resource Library Coordinator: Partnership for Children (CCPFC), Fayett
eville, North Carolina
Managed operation of Resource Lending Library
* Developed strategic plans, created policies & procedures
* Oversaw $100,000 inventory and supervised two staff
* Secured funding, administered, and facilitated Grandparent Support Group progr
am for grandparents raising grandchildren
* Identified community needs, developed and conducted programs, events/workshops
for parents and providers
* Developed and implemented high school volunteer program
* Collaborated with Autism Society of Cumberland County, providing volunteer opp
ortunities for autistic youth
* Launched Book Club for Parents of Young Children and Story & Art Times
* Collaborated with community organizations in providing services
* Represented CCPFC at community outreach events

2000-2004 Director: Peace Presbyterian Preschool, Fayetteville, North Carolina

Managed a half-day preschool program
* Average of 70 children enrolled; seven staff members
* Annual budget of $60,000
* Developed and provided informal staff training
* Created and implemented age-appropriate curriculum
* Ensured compliance with NC laws
* Created and implemented community fundraiser "Christmas Market" resulting in a
n annual average of $1,000 income to benefit preschool program
1999-2000 Teacher: Peace Presbyterian Preschool, Fayetteville, North Carolina
 Led a class of 10 two-year-old children with one assistant teacher;
* Created and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans
* Developed age-appropriate classroom environment stimulating all developmenta
l areas
* Assisted program director with administrative responsibilities of the progra
m.
1987-1993 Secretary to the Commander: 50th Services Squadron, United States Air
Force, Hahn AB, Germany
Managed administration of squadron commander's office;
* Focal point for all squadron visitors
* Oversaw airmen performance evaluation program
* Established and maintained operating files
* Managed distribution of all incoming squadron correspondence
* Created and edited a variety of correspondence
* Maintained commander's appointment schedule
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HONORS AND ACTIVITIES
Chancellor's List, Fayetteville State University
President's List, Fayetteville Technical Community College
Recipient of $10,000 Alltel/Verizon "Words of Wisdom" Scholarship
National Dean's List
Member, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Member, National Association for the Education of Young Children
Member, FSU Birth-Kindergarten Majors Club
Member, FSU A.U.T.O.S Commuter Student Organization
Volunteer Activities: Partnership for Children, Operation INASMUCH
First Aid/CPR certified