Dwaneeka Crossty
Euless,TX
Summary
Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director
Bright Horizons
Las Colinas, TX
01.2020 - Current
- Assisted the director with conducting the daily responsibilities of center operations in accordance with guidelines established by state licensing.
- Incorporated company mission, culture, goals, values, philosophies and policies into day to day work.
- Directed 17 staff, maintained accurate state licensing documentation and program regulations to maintain 100% compliance record during audits.
- Trained and monitored teaching teams on health and safety practices, compliance with company policies and licensing regulations.
- Completed child assessments quarterly and attained 100% completion rating.
- Completed learning environment assessments quarterly to improve child learning outcomes and curriculum adherence.
- Conducted purchasing for learning environments based on budget and financial reports.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Established performance goals for employees, provided feedback on methods for reaching milestones and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
Education Coordinator
Bright Horizons
Plano, TX
09.2016 - 01.2020
- Led, instructed, modeled, coached and directed the work of teachers to maintain high quality learning environments.
- Conducted monthly multi-site visits for compliance, observation, feedback and goal setting.
- Monitored classrooms to identify development needs of teaching teams and recommended training methods accordingly.
- Mentored staff through professional development certifications.
- Attended professional educational and developmental meetings to support accreditation.
- Supported staff recruitment initiatives for high-quality program delivery.
- Represented educational program at meetings and conferences to serve as subject matter liaison for array of services and activities assigned.
- Developed partnerships with businesses and organizations to increase support and learning opportunities.
- Conferred and resolved education-related issues and problems with students, parents and school officials.
Preschool & Kindergarten Prep Teacher
Bright Horizons
Irving, TX
03.2012 - 10.2016
- Created and implemented fun, interactive, developmentally appropriate play based emergent curriculum for 18 students resulting in kindergarten preparedness and student promotion.
- Identified characteristics, needs, abilities, and problems of each child through personal interaction and progress reports to optimize approaches.
- Maintained stimulating learning environments through original, interactive classroom layouts and displays.
- Ensured safety and supervision of children at all times by fulfilling critical health and safety duties
- Applied evidence-based practices for classroom management to enhance learning results.
- Maintained positive relationships with families, children, colleagues, and supervisors
- Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
- Arranged parent-teacher conferences to address student progress and collaboratively set goals for areas of improvement..
Education
Masters in Early Childhood Education Leadership -
University of Arizona Global Campus
San Diego, CA02.2023
Bachelor in Early Childhood Education - undefined
University of Arizona Global Campus
San Diego, CA01.2021
Skills
- Child Care Licensing Compliance
- Developmentally Appropriate Practice
- Communication with Families, Staff and Client
- Leadership/Supervision of Staff
- Health, Safety, and Center Maintenance
- Staff Performance Management
- Training Compliance
- Operations Management
- Recruitment and hiring
- Business Administration
- Staff Development
- Regulatory Compliance
- Program coordination
- Staff Coordination
Accomplishments
- Plano, TX - Mentored eCDA candidates
- Plano, TX- Coordinated Summer Camp Activities
- Plano, TX- Coordinated Community Outreach Activities for preschool
Career Experience
- Bright Horizons, Irving, TX, Assistant Director, 01/01/20 to Present: Maintained accurate state licensing documentation and program regulations to maintain 100% compliance record during audits. Trained and monitored teaching teams on health and safety practices, compliance with company policies and licensing regulations. Recognized for 100% ċhild assessment completion rating biannually. Completed learning environment assessments monthly to improve child learning outcomes and curriculum adherence. Maintained state licensing training files for 19 staff.
- Bright Horizons, Plano, TX, Education Coordinator, 09/01/16, 01/01/20: Led, instructed, modeled, coached and directed the work of teachers to maintain high quality learning environments. Conducted assessment and analysis to identify new development needs of teaching teams and recommended training methods accordingly. Mentored 20 peers, through classroom observation and consultation, ensuring high quality instruction through goal setting and follow through. Mentored multiple staff to attain Child Development Associate Credential.
- Bright Horizons, Irving, TX, Preschool & Kindergarten Prep Teacher, 03/01/12, 09/01/16: Earned Child Development Associate Credential. Ensured safety and supervision of children at all times by fulfilling critical health and safety duties. Sustained digital developmental portfolios to document learning and growth. Created and implemented fun, interactive, developmentally appropriate play based emergent curriculum for 18 students resulting in kindergarten preparedness and student promotion.
Affiliations
- NAEYC
- TAEYC
Timeline
Assistant Director
Bright Horizons
01.2020 - Current
Education Coordinator
Bright Horizons
09.2016 - 01.2020
Preschool & Kindergarten Prep Teacher
Bright Horizons
03.2012 - 10.2016
Masters in Early Childhood Education Leadership -
University of Arizona Global Campus
Bachelor in Early Childhood Education - undefined
University of Arizona Global Campus