Dee Klikier
Morristown,NJ
Summary
Accomplished Director of Afterschool and Summer Programs at St. Peter's Church, adept in strategic planning and people management. Excelled in optimizing operations and nurturing high-performing teams, significantly enhancing organizational productivity. Skilled in budget management and verbal communication, successfully fostered robust client relationships and achieved notable employee retention rates.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Afterschool and Summer Programs
Success for All Students at St. Peter's Church
02.2014 - 12.2023
- Oversaw daily operations across multiple departments, ensuring seamless coordination and efficient execution of tasks.
- Monitored budget and utilized operational resources.
- Oversaw day-to-day production activities in accordance with business objectives.
- Oversaw successful implementation of operational strategies and policies to drive organizational growth and productivity.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Optimized staff performance by designing comprehensive training programs tailored to individual needs.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
Principal
Harding Township School
07.2002 - 06.2010
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Administered personnel policies and procedures and approved professional staff additions.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Addressed discipline issues promptly while maintaining fairness; sustaining positive relationships among faculty members.
- Administered personnel policies and procedures for school faculty and staff.
- Evaluated curriculum materials for alignment with state standards, ensuring consistency across grade levels and subject areas.
- Verified student grades, attendance and schedules.
Summer Camp Director
Harding Township Recreation Association
05.1995 - 08.2003
- Ensured camper safety through diligent supervision, risk management procedures, and adherence to established protocols.
- Arranged packed activity schedule with numerous outdoor activities, crafts and learning opportunities.
- Addressed any issues or concerns raised by parents professionally and efficiently, ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated daily schedules for staff assignments and efficient use of shared resources throughout the summer season.
Teacher
Harding Township School
09.1977 - 06.2002
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership, Administration And Super.
Montclair State College
Upper Montcair, NJ05.1991
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Verbal and written communication
- People Management
- Operations Management
- Staff Management
- Budget Management
- Hiring and Retention
- Financial Reporting
Certification
Principal/Supervisor: State of New Jersey
Elementary School Teacher: State of New Jersey
Teacher of Health and Physical Education, K-12: State of New Jersey
- CPR/AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
Timeline
Director of Afterschool and Summer Programs
Success for All Students at St. Peter's Church
02.2014 - 12.2023
Principal
Harding Township School
07.2002 - 06.2010
Summer Camp Director
Harding Township Recreation Association
05.1995 - 08.2003
Teacher
Harding Township School
09.1977 - 06.2002
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership, Administration And Super.
Montclair State College
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