Ieshia Reed
Houston ,Texas
Summary
Diligent Childcare Director with 27 years of experience directing enrichment activities, curriculum and caring for children in licensed childcare facility. Oversees staff and operations to meet Texas licensing standards and contract requirements resulting in successful inspections and monitoring reviews. Cultivates safe and nurturing environment for children while maintaining profitability and business growth. Knowledgeable Administrative Manager uses operational experience to inform strategic guidance. Coordinates ideal organizational outcomes by analyzing existing processes and developing tangible system improvements. Driven problem solver handles multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Center Director
Beginnings And Beyond Childcare
Spring ,Texas
03.2022 - Current
- Planned and monitored curriculum and program activities and liaised with teachers to create fun and engaging learning experiences.
- Recruited, selected and retained high-quality staff to reduce turnover and foster stability.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Evaluated staff and offered guidance to enhance knowledge, skills and professional development to optimize learning environment.
- Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
- Furnished facility with supplies, equipment, food and materials to foster social and cognitive development.
- Monitored and observed child progress, interactions and behavior and reported findings to parents.
- Resolved conflicts and administered corrective action to foster positive experience for children and staff.
- Adhered to budgetary guidelines to set financial goals and maintain school profitability.
- Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
- Supervised childcare workers and oversaw facility to meet state requirements for education and training.
Lead Childcare Teacher
Primrose Schools Of Champion
Spring ,Texas
04.2021 - 03.2022
- Cared for children ages 2 to 3 in nurturing and age-appropriate way.
- Set and enforced rules to maintain children's safety and created welcoming, caring environments for all children.
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
- Consulted with families to discuss activities and behaviors of each child.
- Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
- Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
- Worked with children individually and in groups to teach social, communicative and problem-solving skills.
- Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children.
Developmental Aide
Klein I.S.D- Benfer Elementary
Klein, Texas
08.2020 - 02.2021
- Constructed cognitively stimulating activities.
- Delivered top-notch care for children with developmental disabilities, acquired illnesses or injuries.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Teacher/ Assistant Director
Beginnings And Beyond Childcare
Spring, Texas
08.2018 - 03.2020
- Administered assessments to determine each student's specific educational and social needs.
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
- Observed and evaluated students' performance, behavior, social development and physical health.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
- Enhanced student learning by optimizing wide range of instructional approaches and innovative classroom activities.
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Tomball ISD
Tomball, Texas
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Assessed student assignments to check quality and completeness and assign grades.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Aldine ISD
Houston, Texas
02.2015 - 07.2017
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Organized classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills.
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Klein ISD
Klein, Texas
08.2014 - 02.2015
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Organized classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills.
Teacher/Assistant Director
Beginnings And Beyond Childcare
Spring, Texas
02.2007 - 08.2014
- Observed and evaluated students' performance, behavior, social development and physical health.
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
- Enhanced student learning by optimizing wide range of instructional approaches and innovative classroom activities.
- Administered assessments to determine each student's specific educational and social needs.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to facilitate and moderate classroom discussions and student centered learning.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Collaborated closely with peers to create cross-curricular lessons throughout year.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Prepared lesson plans according to assessment of student needs and learning ability.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Correctional Program Support Services
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ07.2019
Associate of Arts - Psychology
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ03.2017
Skills
- Positive reinforcement
- Group learning mechanics
- Positive learning environment
- Special education
- Creative learning strategies
- Student-centered learning
- Age-appropriate lesson planning
- Testing and grading
- Verbal and writing communication
- Self-motivated
- Creative lesson planning
- Critical Thinking
- Classroom Management
- Special needs students
- Positive and encouraging
- Classroom discipline
- Experience with special-needs students
- Computer proficient
- Documentation skills
- Family support
- Client needs assessment
- Conflict resolution
- File management
- Microsoft Office Suite
- MS Office
- Team building
- Documentation
- Administrative support
- Office Operations
- Financial Records
- Station Preparation
- Disciplinary Action
- Compliance Monitoring
- School Administration
- Parent and Student Communication
- Behavior Redirection
- Scheduling Watches
Timeline
Childcare Center Director
Beginnings And Beyond Childcare
03.2022 - Current
Lead Childcare Teacher
Primrose Schools Of Champion
04.2021 - 03.2022
Developmental Aide
Klein I.S.D- Benfer Elementary
08.2020 - 02.2021
Teacher/ Assistant Director
Beginnings And Beyond Childcare
08.2018 - 03.2020
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Tomball ISD
08.2017 - 08.2018
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Aldine ISD
02.2015 - 07.2017
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Klein ISD
08.2014 - 02.2015
Teacher/Assistant Director
Beginnings And Beyond Childcare
02.2007 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Science - Correctional Program Support Services
University of Phoenix
Associate of Arts - Psychology
University of Phoenix