Karen Zipoy
Elburn,IL
Summary
Detailed-oriented individual with exceptional communication and nearly 30 years of management experience. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childcare Director
The Learning Hills
08.2023 - 07.2025
- Led daily operations to ensure a safe and nurturing environment for children.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curricula aligned with educational standards.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices in child development and safety protocols.
- Fostered communication with parents to build trust and address concerns effectively.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Recruited, selected, and retained high-quality staff to reduce turnover and foster stability.
- Supervised and managed team of childcare professionals to guarantee highest standards of care.
Daycare Director
KinderCare Learning Centers
11.1996 - 08.2023
- Directed staff training initiatives to improve teaching techniques and classroom management skills.
- Implemented parent engagement strategies to foster community involvement and support child learning.-*
- Cultivated a positive organizational culture focused on teamwork, communication, and professional growth.
- Implemented ongoing professional development opportunities for staff members, improving overall quality of care provided at the facility.
- Recruited, selected and retained quality administrators, teachers and support staff.
- Oversaw safety requirements, inspection, and certification procedures to facilitate annual licensing review.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Rasmussen University
Aurora, IL05-2015
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Elgin Community College
Elgin, IL05-2015
Skills
- Employee training
- Effective communication
- Budgeting and finance
- Staff hiring
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Problem resolution
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Problem resolution
Certification
- Level 5 Director's Credential
- Certificate in Blood-borne Pathogens
- First Aid
- CPR
- Parent of the Year (3 years)
Timeline
Childcare Director
The Learning Hills
08.2023 - 07.2025
Daycare Director
KinderCare Learning Centers
11.1996 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Rasmussen University
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Elgin Community College