Juliet Blackenberry
Blacklick,OH
Summary
Diligent Childcare Director with 26 years of experience directing enrichment activities, curriculum and caring for children in licensed childcare facility. Oversees staff and operations to meet Ohio 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.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Childcare
City Kids Daycare Downtown
03.1997 - Current
- Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
- Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
- Evaluated company documentation to verify alignment with regulatory requirements.
- Monitored expenditures to mitigate risk of overages.
- Drafted and distributed reports to assist board members with critical business decisions.
- Conducted meetings with staff to discuss production progress and to attain production objectives.
- Observed tight deadlines and strict budgetary controls to avoid waste and streamline costs.
- Devised and implemented strategies to create new revenue streams and cut operational costs.
- Participated in meetings with producers and production crew to keep program in step with creative vision.
- 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.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Developed relationships with community organizations to provide additional resources and services to families.
- Planned and monitored curriculum and program activities and liaised with teachers to create fun and engaging learning experiences.
- Adhered to budgetary guidelines to set financial goals and maintain school profitability.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Supervised and managed team of childcare professionals to guarantee highest standards of care.
- Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
- Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
- Evaluated staff and offered guidance to enhance knowledge, skills, and professional development to optimize learning environment.
- Communicated with local and state government agencies to maintain compliance with all regulations.
- Recruited, selected, and retained high-quality staff to reduce turnover and foster stability.
- Furnished facility with supplies, equipment, food and materials to foster social and cognitive development.
- Executed marketing plan and promoted positive image to achieve enrollment goals.
- Implemented school policies, procedures, and systems to promote safe and healthy environment in compliance with state standards.
- Stayed current on guidelines to maintain compliant program operations.
- Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
- Attended professional meetings and conferences to maintain and improve professional competence.
- Oversaw safety requirements, inspection, and certification procedures to facilitate annual licensing review.
- Supervised childcare workers and oversaw facility to meet state requirements for education and training.
- Collaborated on strategies to enhance student learning and behavior alongside parents and teaching staff.
- Observed and assessed classroom activities to verify conformity with quality standards.
- Established and optimized program schedules to cover planned needs while capitalizing on opportunities to improve student learning.
Lead Infant Room Teacher
City Kids Daycare Downtown
03.1993 - 04.1997
- Planned and executed appropriate schedule and activities for children each day, creating fun, engaging and exciting learning environment by singing songs and reading to children.
- Cultivated professional relationships with parents and families, establishing availability for parent conferences when necessary.
- Maintained confidentiality of children, family information and staff.
- Created and executed lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and assessed developmental needs of students to develop to fullest potential and achieve learning objectives.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OHSkills
- Staff Hiring
- Administrative Functions
- Staff Management
- Team Collaboration
- Epi-Pen Use
- Classroom Management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Staff Recruitment
- Staff Evaluation
- Staff Supervision
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- First Aid/CPR
- Enrollment Procedures
Timeline
Director of Childcare
City Kids Daycare Downtown
03.1997 - Current
Lead Infant Room Teacher
City Kids Daycare Downtown
03.1993 - 04.1997
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Columbus State Community College
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