Deontreia "Dee" Johnson
Richmond,TX
Summary
Accomplished Preschool Assistant Director skilled in fostering relationships with families and staff to create a collaborative learning environment. Expertise in curriculum development and operational management, leading to improved student engagement and compliance with educational standards.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Administrative Assistant/Curriculum Coordinator
Children's Lighthouse Nottingham Katy
07.2024 - 09.2025
- Assisted the Director in developing innovative programs to improve students'' academic performance and retention rate.
- Organized student records and maintained confidentiality in compliance with regulations.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated meetings between staff and parents.
- Directed special projects and operations to ensure efficient workflow
- Managed schedules by completing work accurately and on time
- Cultivated relationships with staff and stakeholders to enhance work culture
- Mentored new employees on industry practices and business operations.
- Monitored team compliance with safety and health guidelines
Associate Director
Rising Star Academy
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Improved overall team efficiency by streamlining project management processes and implementing new collaboration tools.
- Reduced operational costs by identifying inefficiencies and implementing cost-saving measures in various departments.
- Drove enrollment growth by creating targeted marketing materials and highlighting unique programs during open house events.
- Managed budget to ensure effective allocation of funds for necessary supplies and resources.
- Built strong relationships with families and staff to foster growth and collaboration.
- Created a welcoming environment for prospective families by conducting informative tours of the preschool facility.
Curriculum Coordinator
Children's Lighthouse Grand Mission
09.2012 - 12.2019
- Enhanced curriculum quality by collaborating with educators and administrators to review and revise programs based on feedback.
- Conducted training sessions for staff on effective curriculum implementation and established best practices.
- Collaborated with teachers to align lesson plans with educational standards.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans for various subjects, ensuring content alignment with state standards.
- Evaluated course performance to identify specific areas for targeted improvement
- Applied knowledge of diverse learning styles to enhance student engagement in lessons.
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Assistant Director
Children's Lighthouse Grand Mission
12.2019 - 02.2023
- Cultivated relationships with students, parents, and colleagues through open communication and support, enhancing overall learning climate.
- Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Coordinated community engagement events, increasing family participation in children's educational activities.
- Oversaw daily personnel workflow, assigning tasks and monitoring progress to ensure team accountability and effectiveness.
Education
High School Diploma -
Elsik High School
Houston, TX05-1999
Skills
- Curriculum Development
- Admissions Coordination
- Office Organization
- Work prioritization
- Problem-Solving
- Performance Evaluations
- Customer management
- Family engagement
- Relationship Building
- Mentoring new employees
- Communication skills
- Professional ethics
Accomplishments
- Consistently maintained high customer satisfaction ratings
- Recognized as Employee of the Month for outstanding performance and team contributions
Timeline
Office Administrative Assistant/Curriculum Coordinator
Children's Lighthouse Nottingham Katy
07.2024 - 09.2025
Associate Director
Rising Star Academy
01.2024 - 04.2024
Assistant Director
Children's Lighthouse Grand Mission
12.2019 - 02.2023
Curriculum Coordinator
Children's Lighthouse Grand Mission
09.2012 - 12.2019
High School Diploma -
Elsik High School