Kacey Kowalchuk
Hillsborough,NJ
Summary
Dynamic Child Care Quality Assurance Inspector with a proven track record at the State of New Jersey, DCF, OOL. Demonstrates expertise in compliance and mentoring, ensuring high standards in child care settings. Dependable and detail-oriented, with strong leadership and relationship-building skills that enhance collaboration and drive positive outcomes.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Care Quality Assurance Inspector I
State of New Jersey, DCF, OOL
Trenton, NJ
03.2017 - Current
- Conducted onsite inspections of child care facilities to evaluate programming, safety, and compliance.
- Provided technical assistance for adherence to state regulations in child care centers.
- Drafted clear violation reports with specified timelines for resolution.
- Reviewed inspection reports for accuracy and published findings to Child Care Explorer portal.
- Addressed complex child care issues, offering support to challenging constituents.
- Recommended enforcement actions and represented Office of Licensing at two revocation court hearings.
- Assisted supervisor with new center applications and provided guidance throughout the process.
- Delivered Understanding Licensing trainings to over 1,000 new directors, maintaining accurate records.
- Volunteered for special task forces (i.e. assist with FCC, NJCCIS Tech Team, new Understanding Licensing presentation, ECCC & GAP licenses)
- Prepare and implement effective weekly schedules to complete field assignments on time.
- Provide guidance for Courtesy and Life Safety Modification inspections.
- Mentored new hires and apprentices, enhancing field and office performance through guidance and support.
Child Care Quality Assurance Inspector II
State of New Jersey, DCF, OOL
Trenton, NJ
07.2022 - 01.2024
- Develop and execute new hire training
- Mentored two apprentices
Director
KinderCare Learning Centers Inc.
Warren, NJ
01.2000 - 03.2017
- Ensured compliance with local, state and NAEYC regulations and standards.
- Developed and supervised staff by providing orientation, training, support and direction.
- Built strong networks of outside referral sources within community for staff and families.
- Facilitated, coordinated and presented team meetings to maximize individual's potential and center's success.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
Rider University
Lawrenceville, NJ05.1995
CPR/First Aid Trainer
American Heart Association
01-2013
Skills
Highly dependable
Detailed-oriented
Leadership
Issue and conflict resolution
Mentoring
Relationship building
Working collaboratively
Calming
People skills
Organization
Positive attitude
Timeline
Child Care Quality Assurance Inspector II
State of New Jersey, DCF, OOL
07.2022 - 01.2024
Child Care Quality Assurance Inspector I
State of New Jersey, DCF, OOL
03.2017 - Current
Director
KinderCare Learning Centers Inc.
01.2000 - 03.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
Rider University
CPR/First Aid Trainer
American Heart Association
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