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DURKHANA DAR

DURKHANA DAR

Plano

Summary

Accomplished Early Childhood Education Leader with a proven ability to transform preschool operations into thriving, high-quality learning environments. Expertise in implementing Montessori and play-based curricula, along with staff coaching and strategic planning, drives enhanced child development outcomes and organizational performance. Renowned for cultivating strong parent partnerships, optimizing administrative systems, and ensuring compliance with licensing and safety regulations. Committed to fostering an inclusive and engaging educational atmosphere that supports the holistic growth of every child.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Operations

Cadence Education
11.2023 - Current
  • Streamlined operational workflows, enhancing efficiency across multiple departments.
  • Developed and implemented strategic initiatives that improved overall performance metrics.
  • Led cross-functional teams to optimize processes and reduce operational costs.
  • Mentored junior staff, fostering professional growth and improving team productivity.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Mentored and developed staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Analyzed market trends to inform strategic planning and decision-making.
  • Oversaw budget management, ensuring resource allocation aligned with strategic priorities.
  • Established performance metrics to evaluate program success and drive accountability.
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
  • Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
  • Proactively identified potential risks and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on projects or business operations.
  • Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors for reduced costs and improved service quality.
  • Boosted client satisfaction rates through exceptional relationship management and prompt resolution of issues.
  • Evaluated employee performance objectively using established metrics, leading to fair compensation adjustments based on meritocracy principles.
  • Secured key partnerships that contributed to the company''s overall growth strategy and market reach.
  • Revolutionized customer service protocols, significantly improving customer satisfaction ratings.

Preschool Director

Level Up Montessori
02.2023 - 08.2023
  • Efficient Operational Management and Stakeholder Engagement
  • Managed the operations of a diverse facility, overseeing the seamless functioning of a dynamic educational establishment.
  • Directed a comprehensive spectrum of responsibilities to ensure optimized operational efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Program Development and Policy Implementation
  • Spearheaded the creation of tailored programs and activities, aligning with organizational objectives and embodying the Montessori philosophy.
  • Established vital policies, including impactful disciplinary measures, fostering a balanced and productive environment.
  • Emergency Preparedness and Parent Relations
  • Diligently educated staff on emergency protocols, instilling a sense of preparedness and ensuring a safe environment for all.
  • Assumed a pivotal role as the primary point of contact for parents, expertly addressing concerns and delivering timely resolutions.
  • Collaboration and Compliance Management
  • Collaborated with esteemed subsidiaries (4Cs, Bananas, Solano family, Hively) to manage registration processes, ensuring seamless onboarding and cancellations.
  • Oversaw meticulous management of timesheets for parental completion, facilitating efficient processing by subsidiary organizations.
  • Safety and Administrative Precision
  • Implemented a robust sign-in/sign-out system for children using Bright-wheel, enhancing safety protocols and accountability.
  • Ensured teachers' compliance with sign-in/sign-out procedures, including lunch breaks, meticulously recorded on paper timesheets.
  • Financial Management and Communication
  • Adroitly managed payroll processes, meticulously calculating and compiling timesheets for bi-monthly payroll submissions.
  • Cultivated consistent communication with parents through monthly newsletters detailing upcoming events and pre-planned food menus.
  • Enhancing Engagement and Transparency
  • Orchestrated celebratory events and open houses, augmenting engagement and transparency to enrich the overall educational experience.
  • Led recruitment and seamless onboarding of new teachers and students, overseeing comprehensive paperwork completion.
  • Safety Leadership and Curriculum Adherence
  • Led fire and earthquake drills, promptly addressing safety concerns and ensuring a secure environment for all.
  • Provided curriculum oversight, ensuring adherence among teachers, while effectively managing lunch plans and tuition reminders.
  • Effective Communication and Operational Oversight
  • Collaborated closely with Owners, aligning operational activities with the overarching vision to meet productivity goals and timelines.

Preschool Director

First School
07.2020 - 12.2022
  • Developed Curricula and Enhanced Program Efficiency
  • Oversaw staff, optimizing day-to-day operations, and effectively managed resources to ensure seamless processes.
  • Demonstrated strong financial acumen by crafting budgets and effectively managing facility needs to ensure cost-efficiency.
  • Financial Management and Communication
  • Spearheaded creation of monthly tuition ledgers, invoices, and receipts, ensuring accurate financial tracking.
  • Streamlined communication channels with parents and staff, cultivating a harmonious and productive environment conducive to children's development.
  • Employed strategic marketing and advertising initiatives, significantly boosting new enrollments and expanding facility reach.
  • Team Leadership and Development
  • Championed recruitment, training, and development of personnel and volunteers, aligning teams with the organization's goals.
  • Instituted performance evaluation mechanisms, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
  • Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance
  • Pioneered a vision for program excellence, ensuring alignment with quality benchmarks, and creating a positive impact.
  • Established and maintained adherence to state and local regulations, cultivating positive relationships with regulatory bodies.
  • Stakeholder Engagement and Community Relations
  • Nurtured open lines of communication with parents and prospective students, utilizing direct interaction, newsletters, and handbooks.
  • Operational Oversight and Conflict Resolution
  • Orchestrated office functions encompassing staff management, timekeeping, scheduling, and tuition administration.
  • Demonstrated adept conflict resolution skills, effectively addressing issues and implementing corrective actions to ensure a harmonious environment.
  • Strategic Planning and Professional Development
  • Developed and executed strategic plans aligned with the organization's mission, contributing to operational excellence.
  • Committed to personal professional growth, maintaining a comprehensive development plan to drive ongoing improvement.
  • Funding and Sustainability Initiatives
  • Played a pivotal role in grant writing and acquisition, securing sustainable funding streams to support program expansion and continuity.

Substitute Preschool Teacher

Educators
01.2020 - 09.2020
  • Facilitating Skill Enhancement and Behavioral Development
  • Collaborative Engagement and Training Support
  • Safety-Centric Environment Cultivator
  • Confidentiality and Professionalism Advocate

Client Care and Therapy Coordinator

Center of Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD)
12.2019 - 06.2020
  • Facilitating Skill Enhancement and Behavioral Development
  • Collaborative Engagement and Training Support
  • Safety-Centric Environment Cultivator
  • Confidentiality and Professionalism Advocate

Family and Child Relationship Coordinator

Kids R Kids
07.2017 - 05.2019
  • Promoting Engagement, Trust, and Development
  • Fostered an open, welcoming, and collaborative rapport with each child and their family, cultivating a supportive environment.
  • Parent-Child Bonding Advocate
  • Championed initiatives to nurture parent-child relationships, promoting bonding and establishing lasting connections within the community.
  • Engagement and Development Activities
  • Orchestrated daily circle time and engaging storybook reading sessions, fostering early learning and language development.
  • Nutrition and Social Etiquette Educator
  • Educated toddlers on table manners and eating habits during meals, promoting healthy habits and social skills.
  • Comprehensive Daily Reporting
  • Meticulously documented daily reports, including mood observations, feeding times, activity summaries, and learning achievements.
  • Infant and Toddler Care Specialist
  • Actively engaged with infants through talking, singing, and reading, contributing to their cognitive and emotional growth.
  • Strategic Lesson Planning
  • Developed weekly lesson plans aligned with designated calendar themes, ensuring a structured and engaging learning experience.

Lead Teacher

Childcare Network
03.2016 - 07.2017
  • Encouraged each child's family to be actively involved in the classroom activities.
  • Promoted parent-child bonding and nurturing parent-child relationships.
  • Promoted feelings of security and trust in infants and toddlers.
  • Greet toddlers and their parents warmly and with enthusiasm each morning.
  • Assured that: each infant and toddler was warmly greeted upon arrival; each infant was held; and each child was gradually assisted to become a part of the small group.
  • Did circle time every morning. Read story books.
  • Did art work daily and paste them on the wall to let the parents know how their kids are actively participating in arts and crafts.
  • Taught table manners and eating habits to toddlers while they having breakfast, lunch or snack time.
  • Took toddlers outside to the play area and engage them in different games to develop gross motor skills.
  • Wrote their daily report on maintenance sheet, regarding how their mood was, diaper changing timings, what did they eat and the quantity, what they did in art and circle time, what books they read and what rhymes they learnt.

Lead Teacher

Executive Park Learning Center
08.2015 - 02.2016
  • Worked with a Co lead teacher, as a team to create healthy and meaningful environment in the class
  • Talked, sang, and read to infants frequently.
  • Responded quickly in a soothing and tender manner to toddlers' cries or calls of distress.
  • Put the toddlers to sleep at nap time on their assigned mattresses.
  • Cleaned and sanitized the classroom twice a day or as needed.

Education

BS - Behavioral Health Sciences

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
05-2026

AAS - Early Childhood

Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, North Carolina
12.2019

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Collaborative decision making
  • Ability to Work in a Team
  • Ability to Work Under Pressure
  • Microsoft Excel/Word/Power Bi
  • Effective Time Management
  • Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • Leadership Skills
  • Operational efficiency
  • Strategic planning
  • Decision-making

Websites

Certification

  • Administration (1 and 2) May 2019
  • Health and Safety 2: Prevention Of SIDS, Emergency Preparedness and Response in Child Care, Prevention of Infectious diseases and Immunizations 2017
  • Health and Safety 1: In a Nut Shell( Medication Authorization and Administration, food Allergies, Shaken Baby Syndrome And Abusive Head Trauma) January 2017
  • Infant-Toddler Specialist January 2019
  • Sexual Abuse Prevention January 2020
  • Sudden Infant Death Syndrome - SIDS January 2017
  • Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment February 2022

LANGUAGES

English
Hindi
Urdu
Pashto
Punjabi

Timeline

Director of Operations

Cadence Education
11.2023 - Current

Preschool Director

Level Up Montessori
02.2023 - 08.2023

Preschool Director

First School
07.2020 - 12.2022

Substitute Preschool Teacher

Educators
01.2020 - 09.2020

Client Care and Therapy Coordinator

Center of Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD)
12.2019 - 06.2020

Family and Child Relationship Coordinator

Kids R Kids
07.2017 - 05.2019

Lead Teacher

Childcare Network
03.2016 - 07.2017

Lead Teacher

Executive Park Learning Center
08.2015 - 02.2016

AAS - Early Childhood

Wake Technical Community College

BS - Behavioral Health Sciences

Grand Canyon University

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