Thomasina Lee

Thomasina Lee

Teacher Assistant

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Autism Consultant| Autism Advocate | Author | Early Childhood Educator | Workshop Facilitator | Speaker

  • Education

    • Arcadia University

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      Graduate Certificate Infant Toddler Mental Health
    • Arcadia University

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      EDUCATION

      Graduate Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorders

    • Eastern University

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      Bachelor's degree Early Childhood Education, (Honors)
    • Community College of Philadelphia

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      AA Early Childhood Education (Honors)
  • Experience

    • Allegheny Child Care

      Sept 2000 - Apr 2005
      Teacher Assistant

      Supported the lead teacher in planning and implementing all classroom activities. Assisted in group activities and educational assignments. Involved in lesson planning and developing activities for children to foster learning. Ensured the daily care of every child by complying with state regulations and policies.

    • RHD Services

      May 2005 - May 2006
      Residential Aide

      Provided assistance to residents as they accomplish daily tasks and living skills. Ensure that residents are taking their prescribed medication as directed by health care providers. Provide companionship and establish a trusting relationship with the residents to help them communicate with any concerns for proper management, safety and medical response.

    • Different Expectations Educational Services

      Jun 2008 - now
      CEO and Educator

      Lead all operations of child care including oversight of business operations, budget management, compliance with applicable state regulations. Plan, organize and implement approved programs and learning framework for children ages five months until school age. Educate and lead children in activities to stimulate and develop their intellectual, physical and emotional growth and ensure their security and well-being. Build and maintain healthy relationships with families and regularly communicate children’s progress. Show less

    • CDA Council

      Jan 2018 - now
      Professional Development Specialist

      Work with a diverse population from various racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds in assessing and reviewing the candidate's documentation and observing the candidate working with children. Use ECE expertise to assess CDA candidates' competencies and facilitate reflective conversations with the candidates.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Family Child Care, CDA Program

      YWCA
    • Professional Development Specialist

      CDA Council
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Thomasina Lee
      Terri Lynne Lokoff Teachers Award First Up Apr 2024 In 1994, Kay and Fred Lokoff launched the Terri Lynne Lokoff Child Care Teacher Awards to honor their daughter Terri who was a devoted childcare teacher. The Awards are designed to recognize and celebrate the achievements of outstanding early care and education teachers and bring attention to the critical role these teachers play in the lives of young children.Reference: First Up Champions for Early Childhood Education
    • Awarded to Thomasina Lee
      Pennsylvania Equity in Early Childhood Education Champion Award 2023 Pennsylvania OCDEL Apr 2023 Different Expectations Educational Services won bronze award for our dedication and commitment to inclusive within an early childhood environment and the community.
    • Awarded to Thomasina Lee
      Community Service Jordan A. Smith Foundation and Advocate For Me Inc. Dec 2022 Taahir’s Village and Different Expectations Educational Services for their extraordinary dedication and service to families and the community at large.
    • Awarded to Thomasina Lee
      Pennsylvania Equity Early Childhood Education Champion Award - Apr 2022 Different Expectations Educational Services won honorable mention award for our dedication and commitment to inclusive within an early childhood environment and the community.
    • Awarded to Thomasina Lee
      Most Valuable Parent Award The Childcare Institute of America 2019
    • Awarded to Thomasina Lee
      Top 10 Muslimpreneur Award - 2018