Collette Thomas
Fairlawn,OH
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Kids Country Child Care Center, excelling in staff management and program coordination. Spearheaded innovative curriculum development and enhanced community engagement, significantly fostering a positive learning environment. Expert in regulatory compliance and staff development, ensuring high standards of care and educational excellence.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Center Director
Kids Country Day School
01.2017 - Current
- Developed strong community relationships to support center programs and initiatives.
- Promoted positive company image and established reputation as provider of choice for educational programs in greater community.
- Led team of educators in creating innovative curriculum that aligned with state standards and promoted student success.
- Increased staff productivity with regular training sessions, clear expectations, and constructive feedback.
- Oversaw daily operations, streamlining processes for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
- Collaborated with parents to enhance communication channels, strengthening the home-school partnership for improved student outcomes.
- Kept facility in compliance with all applicable standards and laws.
- Fostered caring and safe environment for children and parents.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly through observations, providing actionable feedback that led to professional growth.
- Enhanced center performance by implementing strategic plans and monitoring progress towards goals.
- Achieved accreditation requirements by ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Managed center budget for optimal resource allocation and financial stability.
- Developed and implemented emergency response plans for disasters, security issues, and injuries.
- Cultivated and strengthened relationships with children and families.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by fostering collaboration among staff members and addressing conflicts professionally.
Assistant Director
Kids Country Child Care Center
08.2014 - 12.2015
- Streamlined communication between teachers, parents, and administrators to foster a collaborative learning environment.
- Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding process for new educators to maintain a high-quality teaching staff.
- Implemented effective conflict resolution strategies for resolving issues among faculty members or between students.
- Mentored new teachers through observation, feedback, and professional development opportunities.
Childcare Center Director
Kids Country Child Care Center
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Coordinated special events such as holiday celebrations or parent-teacher conferences, fostering community engagement among families in the program.
- Reduced staff turnover rate by cultivating a positive work environment through team-building activities and open communication channels.
- Managed budgetary allocations effectively, minimizing unnecessary expenses while ensuring adequate resources for center operations.
- Maintained accurate record-keeping systems to track student progress, attendance, health information, and other pertinent data efficiently.
- Oversaw compliance with state licensing regulations, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of requirements and addressing any areas needing improvement promptly.
- Evaluated curriculum regularly to ensure alignment with current educational standards and best practices in early childhood education.
- Championed inclusive practices within the childcare center, ensuring that all children and families felt welcomed and supported regardless of cultural or socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Implemented safety procedures and protocols to maintain a secure environment for both children and staff members.
- Collaborated with parents to address individual child needs, fostering strong partnerships and enhancing overall family satisfaction.
- Conducted thorough performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of growth and providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Established clear expectations for behavior management within the childcare center, promoting consistency among staff members when addressing challenging situations with children.
- Adapted staffing schedules to accommodate fluctuating enrollment numbers, maintaining appropriate child-to-staff ratios while optimizing resource allocation.
- Supervised and managed team of childcare professionals to guarantee highest standards of care.
- Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
- Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Oversaw safety requirements, inspection, and certification procedures to facilitate annual licensing review.
- Stayed current on guidelines to maintain compliant program operations.
- Supervised childcare workers and oversaw facility to meet state requirements for education and training.
Classroom Teacher
Kids Country Child Care Center
09.2000 - 12.2014
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child''s education.
- Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need.
- Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Edinboro, PASkills
- Staff management
- Creative direction
- Business administration
- Staff development
- Regulatory compliance
- Team operations
- Employee relations
- Task delegation
- Program coordination
Timeline
Center Director
Kids Country Day School
01.2017 - Current
Assistant Director
Kids Country Child Care Center
08.2014 - 12.2015
Childcare Center Director
Kids Country Child Care Center
01.2014 - 01.2017
Classroom Teacher
Kids Country Child Care Center
09.2000 - 12.2014
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
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