Hardworking, driven Child Care Administrator oversees operation and instructional leadership at daycare and preschool facilities. Trains and supervises staff, sets instructional objectives and builds rapport with parents. Brings 7+ years of experience in roles of similar capacity. Experienced in organizing facilities, supplies and educators to handle wide-ranging needs. Highly organized, resourceful and forward-thinking leader. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team/program goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Multi-Site Childcare Manager
Dearborn Public Schools
08.2018 - Current
Collaborated on strategies to enhance student learning and behavior alongside parents and teaching staff.
Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Supervised childcare workers and oversaw facility to meet state requirements for education and training.
Implemented school policies, procedures, and systems to promote safe and healthy environment in compliance with state standards.
Observed and assessed classroom activities to verify conformity with quality standards.
Established and optimized program schedules to cover planned needs while capitalizing on opportunities to improve student learning.
Build program that reflects the organizations goals
Evaluate the organization programs impact and outcome for students.
Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
Stayed current on guidelines to maintain compliant program operations.
Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management staff.
Used constructive problem-solving techniques to resolve parent disputes.
Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
Elementary School Teacher
T.A.C.T Training Solution
11.2017 - 09.2018
Teach daily lessons
Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
Act as a liaison between student, parents, and staff
Counseling student about social issues in classroom
Implement conflict resolution skills as classroom rules
Create interactive actives for students that reflect the daily lesson plan.
Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
Developed problem-solving and critical-thinking skills by presenting challenges to boost self-esteem and performance.
Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
Maintained confidential behavioral data, special education reports and services reports.
Youth Enrichment Program Director
Inspire Detroit Summer Camp
06.2018 - 07.2018
Supervised program staff, managing and evaluating performance provide high-quality services to program participants.
Recruited and trained staff and volunteers to upgrade collective team skills.
Developed and implemented marketing strategies to promote program awareness and participation.
Oversaw staff schedules and assignments to handle programming demands.
Conferred and resolved education-related issues and problems with students, parents and school officials.
Scheduled educational activities, faculty lectures and departmental events to drive mission and values of institution.
Tracked and reported expenses accurately to manage program budgets.
Organized special events and activities to boost youth engagement and improve lives of at-risk children.
Procured new supplies and equipment in line with budget goals.
Coordinated logistics for meals, transportation and program delivery.
Observed staff and volunteers to verify compliance with educational, safety and interpersonal guidelines.
Teen Program Director
Boys and Girls Club of Oakland County
11.2017 - 07.2018
Promote member and community interest in programs
Act as a liaison between club members, school, staff, and community
Host academic and social tournaments for teens.
Developed and implemented program goals and objectives, establishing specific and measurable outcomes aligned with organization's overall mission.
Monitored program performance to identify areas for improvement.
Recruited and trained staff and volunteers to upgrade collective team skills.
Used skills such as active listening and collaborative problem-solving daily to connect with student participants and address concerns.
Resolved conflicts and administered corrective action to foster positive experience for children and staff.
Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
Facilitated established training guidelines and curriculum for employee training.
Assistant Program Director
Baldwin Center
08.2016 - 08.2017
Plan, develop, schedule, and/or provide resources to families
Order and maintain child care supplies
Recruit and schedule children for enrollment
Confer with parents on a regular basis to discuss child development
Record Data and Analysis data; Prepare and teach lesson plan
Assist children with homework and assignments
Develop behavior plan to help address problem behaviors.
Developed and implemented programs to engage and empower underserved populations.
Assisted in developing grant proposals to support social service initiatives.
Participated in community events to promote services and engage with public.
Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
Education
Bachelors - Social work
Oakland University
Rochester, MI
Skills
First Aid Certification
Curriculum Development
Documentation and Recordkeeping
Progress Monitoring
Staff Evaluation
Program Development
Parent Communication
Decision Making
Leadership
Decision making skills
Child Development Expertise
Budgeting and Finance
Team Building
Conflict Resolution
Recruitment and Hiring
Curriculum Planning
Multicultural Awareness
Child Safety Procedures
Community Outreach
Staff Supervision
Activities
Motor City Track Club- Youth Program Throwing Coach
Detroit Semi-Pro Football League
President of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. Tau Kappa Chapter