Amber Munoz
@ambermunoz
Early childhood education leader delivering compliant, family-centered preschool operations.
What I'm looking for
I’m an experienced early childhood education professional focused on leadership that strengthens preschool operations and outcomes. As a Center Director, I oversee daily Spanish and Mandarin immersion preschool operations for ages two through Pre-K, ensuring compliance with state licensing regulations and health & safety standards.
I lead teams of educators and support staff through hiring, onboarding, training, scheduling, and performance evaluations. I build strong relationships with families through regular communication, parent conferences, community events, and proactive tours and onboarding that support enrollment and retention.
Across roles including Assistant Director, Lead Teacher, and earlier Center Director positions, I’ve managed enrollment systems, maintained accurate records (attendance, staff files, incident reports, and licensing documentation), and handled financial ledgers and tuition collection. My approach combines quality curriculum planning with dependable administrative leadership and community outreach.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Center Director
L'Academy Language Immersion Preschool
Apr 2024 - Dec 2025 (1 year 8 months)
Oversaw daily operations of Spanish and Mandarin immersion preschool for ages 2 through Pre-K while ensuring state licensing and health and safety compliance. Managed educator and support staff operations, strengthened family engagement through conferences and events, and supported enrollment growth via tours and outreach.
Assistant Director
Cadence Academy Preschool
Dec 2019 - Apr 2024 (4 years 4 months)
Managed daily operational and administrative requirements for the preschool, using CRM to facilitate family enrollment and registration. Communicated with families and supported staff to maintain California state licensing-compliant student records.
Lead Teacher
Smart Start Auburn
Feb 2018 - Dec 2019 (1 year 10 months)
Planned, taught, and implemented curriculum while providing quality care for children ages 3–4. Collaborated with a co-teacher on classroom projects, lesson plans, and monthly themes and delivered developmentally appropriate indoor and outdoor experiences.
Paraprofessional
Harney County School District 3
Aug 2016 - Jan 2018 (1 year 5 months)
Supported teachers and administrators by working with individual students and small groups to reinforce classroom learning. Assisted certified staff in creating individualized strategies based on each student’s needs, interests, and abilities.
Center Director
Little Big Time Child Development Center
Jun 2015 - Jul 2016 (1 year 1 month)
Led daily operational and administrative management of the child development center, including registration, tuition oversight, and student records. Developed curriculum aligned with Native American traditions and culture, facilitated staff meetings, provided feedback on lesson plans, reported to the board of directors, and supported nonprofit community outreach.
Center Director
Smart Start Learning Center (Folsom)
Nov 2011 - Jun 2015 (3 years 7 months)
Supported the center’s launch by setting up classrooms, organizing tours, and aiding promotions for grand opening. Managed enrollment and daily center operations, handled teacher training and deployment needs, provided feedback on lesson plans, and acted as a liaison between families and preschool staff.
Receptionist
Hayes Brothers Collision Repair
Feb 2009 - Oct 2011 (2 years 8 months)
Provided customer service at the front desk while maintaining a welcoming environment. Coded and posted billing invoices, followed up on billing collections, and managed daily bank deposits.
Center Director
KinderCare Learning Centers
Oct 2006 - Aug 2008 (1 year 10 months)
Managed family financial terms and enrollment agreements, including subsidy agency agreements, and oversaw daily center scheduling and activities. Maintained weekly bookkeeping and staff payroll, supervised teachers’ daily activities and curriculum, and organized promotional and fundraising enrollment events.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Tracy High School
Graduated in June 2002.
San Joaquin Delta College
Early Childhood Education
Focused on Early Childhood Education, including ECE theory, child, family, and community, child development, infant development, and life management.
American River College
Education Administration
Focused on Education Administration, including administration of child development centers, adult supervision, communication, business, and ethics.
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