Dennesi Gonzalez
Hicksville
Summary
Experienced Assistant Director specializing in policy writing, budget management, and curriculum development. Engages stakeholders and resolves conflicts to foster collaboration and support within learning environments. Streamlines operations to enhance team productivity while mentoring staff for leadership growth. Skilled in formulating business goals, initiating policies, and monitoring administrative functions.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director
KinderCare Learning Centers
Manhasset
02.2018 - Current
- Collaborated with staff to enhance classroom environments and learning experiences.
- Assisted in the training and mentoring of new educators and support staff.
- Developed and implemented policies to ensure compliance with state regulations.
- Coordinated family engagement activities to strengthen community connections.
- Managed daily operations to maintain a safe and nurturing environment for children.
- Managed daily workflow of personnel by assigning tasks, tracking progress and providing assistance when needed.
- Developed and managed a team of 10 employees to ensure efficient operations of the organization.
- Developed protocols for handling confidential information within the organization.
- Provided guidance to departmental staff in resolving customer complaints.
- Coordinated financial activities, budgeting and forecasting for assigned departments.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations among all personnel.
- Oversaw employee relations issues such as grievances, disciplinary actions and terminations.
- Maintained close relationships with key stakeholders while managing expectations.
- Monitored staff performance, provided feedback and conducted annual reviews.
- Evaluated existing systems and processes in order to recommend improvements.
- Analyzed data from multiple sources to identify trends and develop strategies for improvement.
- Assisted in the coordination of special events and corporate functions.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external partners and vendors.
- Prepared reports and presentations for executive leadership review.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
Head Teacher
Carousel Day School
Hicksville
11.2005 - 08.2014
- Led curriculum development and implementation for diverse preschool programs.
- Facilitated the development of effective curriculum plans that meet the needs of individual students.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
- Monitored student progress on an ongoing basis and provided feedback to parents regarding academic performance.
- Collaborated with parents to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication.
- Managed classroom resources and tools to ensure a conducive learning environment.
- Promoted a positive school culture through community events and initiatives.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to address any issues or concerns related to the educational program.
- Actively sought out opportunities for professional growth through attending workshops or seminars.
Education
GED -
Hicksville High School
Hicksville, NYSkills
- Policy writing
- Budget management
- Program evaluation
- Data analysis
- Strategic planning
- Performance metrics
- Stakeholder engagement
- Organizational leadership
- Staff management
- Employee training
- Staff development
- Employee relations
- Team building
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
- Market analysis
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Assistant Director
KinderCare Learning Centers
02.2018 - Current
Head Teacher
Carousel Day School
11.2005 - 08.2014
GED -
Hicksville High School