Charlene Kiser
Pearland,TX
Summary
Versatile, results-oriented professional focusing on improving Child Care Education in an upbeat environment. Successfully demonstrate production results of making a difference in work environments. Firm understanding of the importance and priorities of goals and deadlines. Flourish in team-oriented environments and possess interpersonal communication and relational skills that establish and maintain rapport with parents and coworkers.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
KinderCare Learning Centers
Pearland, TX
05.2019 - 12.2023
- Cultivated and maintained relationships to promote apositive work culture.
- Managed staff, financials, and key performance indicators to facilitate business operations.
- Guided and motivated staff to drive maximum performance.
- Recruited, hired, and trained employees on operations and performance expectations.
- Developed and presented new ideas and conceptualized new approaches and solutions.
- Directed the organization's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Preschool Lead Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
Pearland, TX
12.2018 - 05.2019
- Assessed student performance through observations and assessments throughout the year.
- Created a safe and stimulating environment for children to learn through play.
- Conducted small group activities encouraging cooperation among peers while developing problem-solving skills.
- Promoted language development skills through storytelling, singing songs and reading books aloud.
Kindergarten Teacher
Kid City USA
Pearland, TX
06.2018 - 09.2018
- Created and maintained a safe learning environment for students.
- Planned and implemented engaging lessons to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies, such as setting limits while encouraging self-discipline.
- Established clear expectations for classroom behavior and routines.
Assistant Director
Children's Learning Adventure
Missouri City, TX
05.2016 - 06.2017
- Cultivated and maintained relationships to promote positive work culture.
- Guided and motivated staff to drive maximum performance.
- Developed and presented new ideas and conceptualized new approaches and solutions.
- Created and maintained reports on operational performance metrics.
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
Imaginare School
Richmond, Texas
02.2014 - 05.2016
- Manage day-to-day activities at a preschool, create instructional resources for use in the classroom, develop academic programs, review instructional objectives and adjust accordingly
- Train, encourage, and mentor teachers, monitor students and teachers for progress, work actively with teachers to maintain high curriculum standards
- Administer record keeping, handle tours and marketing, explain or answer procedural questions
- Maintain rapport with parents; meet with other administrators, parents, and community organizations.
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
Higher Dimension Church
Houston, Texas
01.2013 - 08.2013
- Managed a structured and stimulating Christ-Focused preschool
- Continually worked with teachers to expand on curriculum and introduce exciting hands-on learning experiences
- Created a fun, warm, and exciting atmosphere where children play and learn while strengthening skills in areas of fine/gross motor development, math, reading, writing readiness, knowledge of God, and acclimate to daily routine
- (School Shut Down)
PRESCHOOL TEACHER
In-Home Preschool Teacher
Katy, Texas
11.2011 - 01.2013
- Structured a loving and stimulating preschool environment in a home setting while diligently working with preschool aged children preparing them for kindergarten readiness
- Balanced daily activities and routines to include curriculum, physical fitness and worship and prayer
- Weekly field trips to places and environments which related to the current week’s curriculum and lesson plans
- And stimulating Christ-Focused preschool
- Continually worked with teachers to expand on curriculum and introduce exciting hands-on learning experiences.
LEAD TEACHER (EARLY PRESCHOOL, PRESCHOOL, PREKENDERGARTEN, AFTERSCHOOLERS)
Knowledge Beginnings
Katy, Texas
08.2007 - 11.2011
- Planned and implemented activities that promoted social, physical and intellectual growth of children
- Communicated directly with parents verbally and daily notes
- Maintain classroom records, cleanliness and orderliness.
Education
CDA -
ELLIS UNIVERSITY
01.2012
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
STEPHEN F. AUSTIN HIGH SCHOOL
05.2001
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION -
DEVRY UNIVERSITY
Skills
- Business Administration
- Budget Control
- Operations Management
- Enrollment Management
- Staff Development
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Creativity and Innovation
- Charismatic Leader
- Hiring and Retention
- Parent Communication
Timeline
Director
KinderCare Learning Centers
05.2019 - 12.2023
Preschool Lead Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
12.2018 - 05.2019
Kindergarten Teacher
Kid City USA
06.2018 - 09.2018
Assistant Director
Children's Learning Adventure
05.2016 - 06.2017
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
Imaginare School
02.2014 - 05.2016
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
Higher Dimension Church
01.2013 - 08.2013
PRESCHOOL TEACHER
In-Home Preschool Teacher
11.2011 - 01.2013
LEAD TEACHER (EARLY PRESCHOOL, PRESCHOOL, PREKENDERGARTEN, AFTERSCHOOLERS)
Knowledge Beginnings
08.2007 - 11.2011
CDA -
ELLIS UNIVERSITY
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
STEPHEN F. AUSTIN HIGH SCHOOL
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION -
DEVRY UNIVERSITY
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