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Last Updated: 4/5/2006

 

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Illinois Director Credential

Spotlight on IDC Recipients

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Suzanne Moustakas

Executive Director
Sandbox Schools of Early Care & Education

"The Illinois Director Credential autographs my work as an Early Childhood Professional with excellence."

Sue was awarded the Level III Illinois Director Credential in October 2002. She has been the Executive Director of Sandbox Schools of Early Care & Education for 35 years.

Sue is a veteran Early Childhood Professional. Entering the field as a primary grade school teacher and enjoying that position for ten years, she left to start her own pre-school 35 years ago. The Sandbox School grew from one to seven centers over the years. Sue's own five children attended the first Sandbox School and now five of her eight grandchildren attend the same school

A life long learner, Sue earned her Masters Degree in Early Childhood Leadership from National-Louis University at age 52. She has served on the board of PSO/ICCA for many years. She chairs the Professional Development Committee and is a past board member and chair of Professional Development of the National Child Care Association. She continues teaching at Moraine Valley Community College and teaches the the National Administrators Credential from NCCA. She also teaches workshops throughout the state. Sue continues to serve on both state and national child care committees.

When asked about the impact that earning the Illinois Director Credential has had on her, Sue response that it autographs her work as an early childhood professional with excellence.

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