Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Starbright Early Learning Center, adept in operations management and strategic planning. Excelled in financial administration and staff coordination, enhancing program efficiency and fostering individual accountability. Skilled in business administration, I spearheaded significant improvements, demonstrating creative direction and a commitment to excellence.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director
Starbright Early Learning Center
Anchorage, AK
08.2024 - Current
Office management, daily tasks including scheduling and operations of school, daily communications with families, children and staff members.
HR duites, including recruiting, hiring, staff files, evaluations and staff performances, conflict resolution, mentor and meetings promoting continued education trends, staff benefits portfolios.
Tuition management, account receivables & payables, tuition grant, tuition assistance (CITC, CCAP, etc) State of Alaska daycare assistance, attendance, bank deposits, payroll, Quickbook data entry, tax prep.
Enrollment, tours of the facility, waitlist monitoring, student files, screening, parent/teacher conferences, IEP meetings, student and family advocacy, monthly newsletter, curriculum oversight.
Implementing Anchorage Municipal Child Care Code 16.55 (AMC 16.55) and the State of Alaska Regulations, first aid, and health and safety of staff and students, writing and revision of policies and procedures for the program, and member of the Ethics Committee.
Paraprofessional/Kindergarten Teacher's Assistant
ASD Homestead Elementary
Eagle River, ALaska
08.2018 - 05.2020
Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
Observed students to help teachers identify potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.
Assisted in the administration and scoring of standardized tests and assessments.
Supported classroom teacher with daily instruction and management of student activities.
Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, gymnasiums and field trips.
Facilitated small group learning sessions to reinforce lesson objectives.
Distributed pencils, paper, textbooks and workbooks to students.
Collaborated with special education staff to implement Individualized Education Plans.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
UAA
Anchorage
05-2006
Skills
Operations management
Strategic planning
Financial administration
Creative direction
Staff coordination
Individual accountability
Business administration
Timeline
Assistant Director
Starbright Early Learning Center
08.2024 - Current
Paraprofessional/Kindergarten Teacher's Assistant
ASD Homestead Elementary
08.2018 - 05.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education