MAUREEN P. CONOVER
APO
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven early childhood education professional with over 6 years of progressive leadership experience in childcare programs. Seeking an Assistant Director position within a dynamic Child and Youth Services organization to promote high-quality program delivery, staff development, and operational excellence in alignment with NAEYC standards and military childcare regulations. Motivated to advance my leadership skills by continuing my education while providing hands-on supervision and fostering team growth. Recognized for being committed, detail-oriented, and consistently delivering high-quality outcomes. A reliable, mature professional with a strong work ethic and long-term dedication to supporting children, families, and staff through excellence in early childhood education.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisory Program Assistant (SPS)
COL Hess Child Development Center (CDC)
01.2024 - Current
- Provides program oversight and accountability for the performance of assigned staff and the safety and well-being of children and youth IAW DoD, Army and local policies and standards.
- Serve as Acting Assistant Director / Director in the absence of the Center Director.
- Assists in maintaining DoD/Army certification for assigned program areas and helps ensure program achieves and retains national accreditation or Army equivalent and maintains accreditation/Army equivalent standards.
- Provide leadership and oversight for 6–8 staff-to-child ratios, ensuring compliance with CYS and Army regulations. Spend 50% of work hours on direct care, modeling best practices and supporting classroom needs.
- Provides appropriate staff professional recognition and/or disciplinary action. Conducts written observations of staff during all hours of operation, and evaluates employees based on established performance standards.
- Create staff schedules and monitor ratio sheets for proper supervision. Assist in staff recruitment, performance evaluations, and personnel actions.
Lead Child and Youth Program Assistant (CYPA)
COL Hess Child Development Center (NAEYC-Accredited Program)
11.2022 - 01.2024
- Supported and implemented daily activities and routines in alignment with NAEYC accreditation standards for curriculum, assessment, and child guidance.
- Maintained a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment that met developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) expectations.
- Collaborated with team members to prepare classroom portfolios and documentation for NAEYC accreditation and validation visits.
- Mentored entry-level CYPAs by modeling high-quality interactions and supporting best practices in early childhood education.
- Conducted regular child observations, maintained anecdotal records, and contributed to ongoing assessments for individual learning plans.
- Ensured compliance with health, safety, and program standards, contributing to the center’s successful NAEYC reaccreditation process.
Acting Lead Child and Youth Program Assistant (CYPA)
COL Hess Child Development Center (CDC)
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Led a classroom team and maintained compliance with CYS regulations.
- Ensured safety and supervision of children aged 6 weeks to 18 months.
- Developed and implemented developmentally appropriate lesson plans.
- Guided and trained new staff through modeling and coaching.
- Administered medications and documented developmental concerns.
- Built strong family communication through conferences and updates.
Child and Youth Program Assistant (CYPA)
Replica CDC
09.2021 - 07.2022
- Primary caregiver in infant room; planned age-appropriate curriculum.
- Maintained a safe, clean environment and adapted programming for individual needs.
- Conducted daily documentation of child participation and developmental progress.
Child and Youth Program Assistant (CYPA)
Chapel CDC
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Led toddler classroom activities and daily routines for ages 18 months–3 years.
- Supported children’s physical, emotional, and social development.
- Maintained accurate reports and ensured safety procedures were followed.
Laborer/Stocker
AAFES Post Exchange
07.2017 - 06.2019
- Maintained stock levels, organized backroom inventory, and ensured product availability.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education Administration
09.2026
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
04.2022
General Education Development - undefined
05.2017
Skills
- Lesson Plan Preparation
- Microsoft Word & PowerPoint
- Infant and Child CPR
- Team Building & Leadership
- Inclusion & Special Needs Support
- Effective Communication
- Compliance with NAEYC Accreditation Standards (IAW – In Accordance With)
- Regulatory Compliance (DoD, NAEYC, USDA)
- Family & Community Engagement
- Performance Evaluation and Staff Development
- Conduct Environment rating scale
- Knowledge of Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP)
References
COL Hess CDC (Camp Humphreys, South Korea
Anabel, Hermosura | Director, anabel.m.hermosura.naf@army.mil, 315-756-1103, DSN: 315-756-1103
Jennifer Montalvo Trainer | jennifer.a.montalvo.naf@army.mil | DSN: 315-756-1103
Naval Base Child Development Center (NSA Hampton Roads, Norfolk VA)
Erin Modlin | Assistant Director | erin.j.modlin.naf@navy.mil |(315) 836 -7564
Camp Humphreys AAFES
Ms. Choe, Son Mi, Manager | +82-10-4878-1305
Timeline
Supervisory Program Assistant (SPS)
COL Hess Child Development Center (CDC)
01.2024 - Current
Lead Child and Youth Program Assistant (CYPA)
COL Hess Child Development Center (NAEYC-Accredited Program)
11.2022 - 01.2024
Acting Lead Child and Youth Program Assistant (CYPA)
COL Hess Child Development Center (CDC)
08.2022 - 11.2022
Child and Youth Program Assistant (CYPA)
Replica CDC
09.2021 - 07.2022
Child and Youth Program Assistant (CYPA)
Chapel CDC
08.2019 - 06.2021
Laborer/Stocker
AAFES Post Exchange
07.2017 - 06.2019
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
General Education Development - undefined
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education Administration
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