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Ashley Watzke

Queen Creek ,AZ

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Day Treatment and Employment

Lauren's Institute For Education
08.2021 - Current
  • Managed a multitude of DDD and Non DDD programs serving children and adults with developmental disabilities. These programs are focused around enhancing independence and improving their quality of life.
  • Performed audits and deep document reviews to verify compliance with applicable guidelines.
  • Collaborated with various agencies and workplaces to extend workplace understanding and enhance compliance.
  • Planned workshops to help workplaces remain complaint free and support diverse employees.
  • Monitored employees for compliance with equal opportunity laws, identified violations and implemented corrective action.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

Manager of Day Treatment and Training

Lauren's Institute For Education
10.2019 - 08.2021
  • Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality consumer care.
  • Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
  • Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and Consumers for continued compliance with associated regulations.

Academy Student Services Supervisor

Lauren's Institute For Education
06.2016 - 10.2019
  • Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews.
  • Provided information and coordinated referrals for available programs.
  • Coordinated individual duties after careful evaluation of each employee's skill level and knowledge.
  • Delegated tasks to administrative support staff to organize and improve office efficiency.
  • Oversaw appointment scheduling and itinerary coordination for both clients and personnel.
  • Implemented project management techniques to overcome obstacles and increase team productivity.

Academy Lead Teacher

Lauren's Institute For Education
06.2013 - 05.2016
  • Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
  • Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
  • Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
  • Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
  • Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
  • Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration.

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Recruitment Strategies
  • Develop Courses
  • HR Policies
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Fiscal Management
  • Performance Improvement
  • Providing Feedback
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Department Collaboration
  • Job Performance Evaluations

Timeline

Director of Day Treatment and Employment

Lauren's Institute For Education
08.2021 - Current

Manager of Day Treatment and Training

Lauren's Institute For Education
10.2019 - 08.2021

Academy Student Services Supervisor

Lauren's Institute For Education
06.2016 - 10.2019

Academy Lead Teacher

Lauren's Institute For Education
06.2013 - 05.2016
Ashley Watzke