Operation Breakthrough
Patricia Howard is an experienced educator with a background in teaching math and science, currently serving as a School Age Teacher at Operation Breakthrough since February 2009. Patricia has worked with children from kindergarten through eighth grade, showcasing a commitment to student development. Additionally, Patricia has held a position as a Team Manager. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in management and fashion from Grambling State University, UMKC, and Northwestern Missouri, along with certifications in secondary education, business, education, science, and math.
Operation Breakthrough
Operation Breakthrough is the largest single site early childhood center and day care in the state of Missouri. Every day, we serve around 400 children and their families with educational services, speech, occupational and physical therapy, social service support, and mental health services. Children's Mercy Hospital maintains an on-site clinic to serve the health needs of our children. We are accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children, and are a Head Start Center. Founded in 1971 by Sr. Corita Bussanmas and Sr Berta Sailer as St. Vincent's Family Service Center, we strive to provide high quality educational and support services in a manner that will meet the needs of the families of the inner city of Kansas City, Missouri. For more information, or to inquire about employment opportunities, visit www.operationbreakthrough.org.