Hi, I’m
Angela Benedict
Battle Ground,WA
Summary
As the Executive Director of Children's Village Early Learning & School Age, I possess expertise in strategic planning and staff management. My dedication to community engagement and leadership development has significantly enhanced our organization's efficiency and inclusivity. With a robust background in Early Childhood Education, I thrive in addressing challenges. My compassion for the children and families in our community is well-recognized, as is my direct involvement in meeting the needs of those around me.
Overview
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Children's Village Early Learning & School Age
Executive Director
03.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Oversaw operations, ensuring Washington State regulations were adhered to daily.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a collaborative work environment for increased productivity.
- Support site Directors, Assistant Directors and classroom staff with behavioral management.
- Fostered work culture of collaboration and inclusion to increase morale and reduce turnover.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging professional development opportunities for staff members.
- Represented organization to local public by giving presentations and speeches and participating in community events.
- Exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability.
- Advocated for organization and company mission to raise awareness and support.
- Championed diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts within the organization to create a more inclusive work environment.
- Built and maintained strong company teams by hiring and training qualified staff to create positive and productive work environments.
Children's Village Early Learning Centers
Multiple Site Director
05.2001 - 03.2021
Job overview
- Managed a team of professionals, ensuring high-quality performance and adherence to company standards.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements while continuously seeking opportunities for process improvement based on best practices.
- Provided leadership and guidance to staff through ongoing training initiatives, boosting employee retention rates.
- Established strong relationships with clients, fostering long-term partnerships and repeat business.
- Recruited and hired top-quality staff to fill important positions.
- Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll, and ordered new materials for sites.
- Developed work schedules for team members to maximize shift coverage.
- Trained new team members on site policies and procedures.
- Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
- Resolved issues among team members to keep employees on task.
- Coordinated staff and student activities to promote a safe and productive learning environment.
- Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
- Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
Children's Village Early Learning
Aide, Assistant, School-Age Coordinator
10.1994 - 05.2001
Job overview
- Assisted with naptime routines, providing a calm atmosphere conducive to restful sleep for all children in care.
- Promoted early literacy skills through storytelling sessions and interactive reading activities.
- Ensured compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations governing the operation of a daycare facility.
- Collaborated with parents to create personalized goals for each child''s growth and development.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay informed on best practices within childcare settings.
- Encouraged healthy eating habits by assisting in preparing nutritious snacks and meals for the children.
- Taught children importance of patience and understanding.
- Maintained accurate records of daily attendance, incident reports, meal counts, and other required documentation.
- Supported children''s transition between various activities throughout the day, minimizing disruptions and maintaining structure.
- Provided individualized attention to each child, ensuring their emotional and social needs were met.
- Organized field trips and special events that enriched the overall daycare experience for both staff members and families alike.
Education
Bates Technical College , Tacoma, WA
Associate of Applied Science from Early Childhood Education
11.2017
Skills
- Community Engagement
- CACFP
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Operations Management
- Staff Management
- Relationship Building
- Innovation and Creativity
- Leadership Development
- Compliance and regulations
- Crisis Management
- Human Resources Management
- Program monitoring
- Goal Setting
- Policies and Procedures
- Organizational Development
Timeline
Executive Director
Children's Village Early Learning & School Age
03.2021 - Current
Multiple Site Director
Children's Village Early Learning Centers
05.2001 - 03.2021
Aide, Assistant, School-Age Coordinator
Children's Village Early Learning
10.1994 - 05.2001
Bates Technical College
Associate of Applied Science from Early Childhood Education
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