Jayme Garza
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with a proven track record at The PREP School of Kinder Ranch, excelling in strategic planning and relationship building. Enhanced student engagement through innovative curriculum development and effective staff mentoring. Recognized for fostering community partnerships and achieving financial stability while promoting a positive, inclusive environment for both staff and students.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director
The PREP School of Kinder Ranch
05.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented curriculum enhancements to improve student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Led strategic planning initiatives to align educational programs with community needs and industry standards.
- Mentored faculty members on best practices in instructional strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Fostered partnerships with local organizations to expand resources and opportunities for students and families.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
Childcare Center Director
KinderCare Learning Center
San Antonio, TX
07.2023 - 03.2025
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices in early childhood education and classroom management.
- Fostered a positive and inclusive environment, promoting social-emotional growth among children.
- Facilitated professional development workshops to enhance staff skills and improve educational strategies.
- Coordinated special events such as holiday celebrations or parent-teacher conferences, fostering community engagement among families in the program.
- Reduced staff turnover rate by cultivating a positive work environment through team-building activities and open communication channels.
- Maintained accurate record-keeping systems to track student progress, attendance, health information, and other pertinent data efficiently.
- Oversaw compliance with state licensing regulations, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of requirements and addressing any areas needing improvement promptly.
- Increased enrollment numbers by executing effective marketing strategies targeting local families seeking quality childcare options.
- Implemented safety procedures and protocols to maintain a secure environment for both children and staff members.
Center Director
Appletree Day School
San Antonio, TX
03.2009 - 06.2023
- Led daily operations, ensuring safety and compliance with state regulations.
- Developed and implemented educational programs enhancing child development and learning outcomes.
- Mentored staff in best practices for early childhood education and classroom management.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents, addressing concerns and promoting community engagement.
- Streamlined administrative processes, improving efficiency in enrollment and record-keeping systems.
- Conducted staff evaluations, providing constructive feedback to enhance performance and collaboration.
- Managed budget allocation, optimizing resources to support program enhancements and facility needs.
- Developed strong community relationships to support center programs and initiatives.
- Increased staff productivity with regular training sessions, clear expectations, and constructive feedback.
- Kept facility in compliance with all applicable standards and laws.
- Fostered caring and safe environment for children and parents.
- Enhanced center performance by implementing strategic plans and monitoring progress towards goals.
- Achieved accreditation requirements by ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Developed and implemented emergency response plans for disasters, security issues, and injuries.
- Cultivated and strengthened relationships with children and families.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by fostering collaboration among staff members and addressing conflicts professionally.
Education
The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TXBasics
San Antonio College
San Antonio, TXSkills
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- People management
- Operations management
- Team management
- Employee development
- Staff management
- Staff development
- Hiring and retention
- Financial reporting
- Charismatic leader
- Business administration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
- Team collaboration
- Team building
- Leadership development
Certification
Director Certification 2013
Timeline
Director
The PREP School of Kinder Ranch
05.2025 - Current
Childcare Center Director
KinderCare Learning Center
07.2023 - 03.2025
Center Director
Appletree Day School
03.2009 - 06.2023
The University of Texas At San Antonio
Basics
San Antonio College