Tara Haidinger

Early childhood education leader with more than 15 years of experience in classroom instruction, program operations, staff development, licensing compliance, and family engagement. Skilled in building collaborative teams and creating safe, inclusive, high-quality learning environments for young children.

Willing to relocate to: Remote - New Jersey

Center Director and Preschool Teacher - First Impressions - Lake Hopatcong, NJ

(2023-05)

• Oversee daily operations of an early learning center, including staffing, scheduling, enrollment, compliance, and family communication.
• Supervise, mentor, and support teaching staff while promoting teamwork, professional growth, and high-quality care.
• Develop and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and learning experiences for preschool-aged children.
• Monitor child development and use observations and assessments to guide instruction and individualized support.
• Build strong relationships with families and collaborate to address concerns and support children's success.
• Maintain licensing, enrollment, assessment, Grow NJ Kids, and other required documentation.
• Create safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environments that support children's social-emotional, academic, and physical development.

Infant Teacher - Novartis Early Learning Center - East Hanover, NJ

(2018-04 - 2023-05)

• Collaborated with a teaching team to provide a safe, nurturing environment tailored to each child's needs.
• Observed children daily and maintained consistent communication with families about development and care.
• Trained new teachers on policies, procedures, classroom practices, and quality standards.
• Supported classroom teams and center leadership in meeting New Jersey child care licensing requirements.
• Planned and implemented weekly Discovery Driven Learning curriculum experiences.

Nanny and Personal Assistant - Whalen Family - Rockaway, NJ

(2011-01 - 2018-06)

• Planned daily indoor and outdoor activities, supported homework and school projects, and prepared nutritious meals.
• Provided overnight supervision and reliable transportation to school, sports, and activities.
• Taught self-help skills, including toileting and manners, while maintaining a safe and caring environment.
• Provided personal assistant support through scheduling, household organization, errands, and coordination of children’s activities and appointments.

Infant Teacher, Infant Associate Teacher, and Flex Teacher - Bright Horizons Family Solutions - Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ

(2005-09 - 2010-12)

• Worked collaboratively to provide safe, nurturing care for classrooms of up to eight infants.
• Observed children closely, communicated regularly with families, and implemented weekly World at Their Fingertips curriculum.
• Supported classrooms in meeting quality expectations and achieving NAEYC accreditation requirements.
• Completed ongoing professional development in early childhood education and care.

Before and After School Caregiver and Camp Counselor - Jefferson Child Care and Education - Lake Hopatcong, NJ

(2000-09 - 2005-09)

• Assisted children with homework and school projects and provided a nutritious daily snack.
• Supervised individual and group play and organized age-appropriate indoor and outdoor physical activities.

Master of Education - Early Childhood Education - Monmouth University (2025-09)

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education Administration - University of Arizona Global Campus (2019-04 - 2021-01)

Associate of Science - Biology - County College of Morris (2003-07 - 2007-08)

High School Diploma - Jefferson Township High School (1998-01 - 2001-12)