Lisa Ranfos

<div>Lisa Ranfos, Ed.D, is an Associate Clinical Professor at the University of New Hampshire's Department of Human Development and Family Studies. With 25 years of experience in early childhood education, she has served as a classroom teacher in Infant/Toddler, Preschool, and Kindergarten settings before transitioning to leadership roles focused on program quality and culture.</div>
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<div>Dr. Ranfos previously worked as a Child Care Resource and Referral Manager in the Concord area, educating families about quality childcare options and helping them access services that met their needs. Since 2005, she has worked in lab school environments, which she values for facilitating meaningful interactions among children, families, teachers, and pre-service professionals.</div>
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<div>In her teaching, she emphasizes the importance of child observation as a foundation for creating meaningful curriculum. She has received funding for workforce development and quality programming initiatives. Dr. Ranfos holds an Ed.D in Higher Education Administration and Leadership from Plymouth State University and a Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education from Wheelock College.</div>
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<div>Beyond her university role, she actively participates in state leadership and local committee work to enhance early childhood education. She resides in Allenstown, NH with her husband VJ.</div>