Chasity Watson
Manhattan,KS
Summary
With a proven track record as the Owner/Director of Brilliant Beginnings Preschool & Childcare Center, I bring extensive experience in staff management and business operations. Leveraging skills in customer relations and financial oversight, I successfully enhanced operational efficiency and fostered strong community relationships. My leadership also included a focus on staff development and implementing innovative educational programs, demonstrating both hard and soft skills essential for dynamic business management.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Director
Brilliant Beginnings Preschool & Childcare Center
Wamego, KS
09.2020 - Current
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
- Ordered necessary materials or equipment required by state regulations.
- Worked with parents and staff to improve student behavioral and learning issues with proactive approaches.
- Scheduled employee shifts to ensure adequate coverage of all areas of the daycare center.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures for daycare staff, including safety protocols.
- Trained, managed and motivated employees to promote professional skill development.
- Recruited qualified candidates for open positions within the daycare facility.
- Supervised up to 25 staff members daily, providing guidance and support as needed.
- Resolved conflicts between children or between children and staff members in a timely manner.
- Monitored student progress and assisted students and teachers with resolving problems.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, immunizations and other relevant information for each child.
- Managed budgeting responsibilities related to payroll expenses, rent payments and supplies purchases.
- Reviewed applications from prospective families interested in enrolling their children in the program.
- Planned nutritious meals that meet USDA guidelines for nutritional value while also being appealing to young palates.
- Provided professional development training for daycare staff on topics such as early childhood education, health and safety practices, nutrition, discipline techniques.
- Interacted regularly with students throughout the day by playing games, reading stories or engaging them in creative activities.
- Established relationships with parents and guardians to foster strong communication regarding their child's progress.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Entered data into accounting software programs such as QuickBooks or Sage 50 Accounting Software.
In-Home Childcare Provider
Self-employeed
Manhattan, KS
11.2012 - 09.2020
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously without compromising quality of care provided.
- Displayed excellent communication skills with parents, staff members and other caregivers.
- Organized educational activities such as games, crafts, reading and outdoor activities.
- Planned and prepared meals and snacks for the children.
- Provided safe, nurturing environment for children to learn and play.
- Maintained records of daily activities and health information regarding each child.
- Taught basic language skills such as colors, numbers and shapes.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
Fort Hays State University
Hays, KS05-2009
Skills
- Staff management
- Staff hiring
- Business management
- Profit and loss
- Small business operations
- Customer relations
- Relationship building
- Classroom management
Certification
- BLS Instructor
- Certificate of Approval (Center Program Director)
Timeline
Owner/Director
Brilliant Beginnings Preschool & Childcare Center
09.2020 - Current
In-Home Childcare Provider
Self-employeed
11.2012 - 09.2020
- BLS Instructor
- Certificate of Approval (Center Program Director)
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
Fort Hays State University
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