Jane Hyche
Smyrna
Summary
Results-driven project director with expertise in instructional design and teacher mentoring. Proven ability to enhance training programs and foster team development to achieve organizational goals.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Project Director
Best Practices, Georgia State University
Atlanta
10.2017 - Current
- Design and conduct professional development sessions for Georgia's PreK teachers, Head Start, and the Department of Education.
- Supervise the Administrative Coordinator responsible for securing all training venues, managing the contract, and the payment process.
- Responsible for the Strategic View setup and ongoing maintenance for all online course components.
- Mentor new training team members.
- Supervise the Customer Service Specialist responsible for managing the help desk, completing daily online course imports and exports, securing all hotel reservations, and preparing session handouts.
- Engage with a diverse group of Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning professionals to ensure program goals are met.
- Oversee the Professional Development Registry process.
Program Chair
Gwinnett Technical Collage
Lawrenceville
01.2015 - 09.2017
- Hired, trained, and mentored staff members to ensure high-quality teaching practices.
- Collaborated with faculty to enhance teaching strategies and student engagement.
- Coordinated with administration on budget planning and resource allocation.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through comprehensive feedback from students and staff.
- Promoted community partnerships to strengthen industry ties and internship opportunities.
- Ensured that all deadlines for academic requirements were met.
- Established intern and practicum placements for students each semester.
Early Childhood Instructor
Gwinnett Technical College
Lawrenceville
08.2006 - 01.2015
- Trained new instructors on curriculum delivery and classroom management techniques.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
- Developed and implemented course instruction for early childhood students.
- Developed NAEYC accreditation materials, and implemented key assessments.
- Designed and set up the online repository templates for the department.
- Mentored alumni working in the field of early childhood.
Program Specialist
Ninth District Opportunity, Inc.
Gainesville
05.2000 - 07.2006
- Managed administrative tasks to ensure compliance with funding requirements and regulations.
- Assisted in the evaluation of program effectiveness through data collection and analysis.
- Designed and implemented Early Head Start program management documents.
- Provided technical assistance for NAEYC accreditation.
- Developed and implemented training for all education staff.
- Obtained an agency grant for the Second Step Curriculum from the Georgia Children's Trust Fund.
Regional Training Coordinator, Regional Manager
The Sunshine House
Atlanta
01.1995 - 05.2000
- Coordinated schedules for training sessions and workshops effectively.
- Collaborated with management to assess training needs and gaps.
- Assisted in the design, development, delivery, and evaluation of all training materials.
- Mentored four programs through the NAEYC accreditation process.
Co-Director
Kids at Work
Atlanta
08.1992 - 01.1995
- Trained and mentored team members in best practices for child engagement.
- Developed partnerships with families to enhance the program.
Kindergarten Teacher
Kirkwood R7 School District
Kirkwood
07.1990 - 06.1992
- Fostered a positive classroom environment through effective behavior management strategies.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's academic and social development.
- Implemented educational activities that promoted creativity and critical thinking skills.
Education
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Brenau University
Gainesville, Georgia, GA05-2005
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Illinois
Urbana, IL05-1990
Skills
- Adult education and learning
- Instructional design
- Project management
- Reflective supervision
- Teacher mentoring
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Project planning and management
Affiliations
Community volunteer for Argyle Elementary School
Timeline
Associate Project Director
Best Practices, Georgia State University
10.2017 - Current
Program Chair
Gwinnett Technical Collage
01.2015 - 09.2017
Early Childhood Instructor
Gwinnett Technical College
08.2006 - 01.2015
Program Specialist
Ninth District Opportunity, Inc.
05.2000 - 07.2006
Regional Training Coordinator, Regional Manager
The Sunshine House
01.1995 - 05.2000
Co-Director
Kids at Work
08.1992 - 01.1995
Kindergarten Teacher
Kirkwood R7 School District
07.1990 - 06.1992
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Brenau University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Illinois