Kelly P. Gates
Bowie,MD
Summary
HIGHLIGHT OF QUALIFICATIONS Twenty-six years of experience in business ownership and childcare operations management Talent/Skillset Proven ability to lead and motivate in a structured manner Able to design and implement effective education models Creative ability to work in an organized manner, multitask and work under stress Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills Creative professional offers proven track record of successful programming strategies. Results-driven individual leverages advanced strategies and tactics that drive viewership and revenue. Proficient in content analysis, budgeting and forecasting.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Programs
Kingdom Care Childcare
06.2001 - Current
- Founder of a successful licensed small center still in existence
- Created and implemented an interactive learning environment
- Educational support and assistance for homework for elementary students
- Continuous creation of strategies to enhance the educational skills of students
- Continuous research, creation, and implementation of enrichment activities
- Develop yearly goals and advance year agendas for the enhancement of the program
- Organized and scheduled workshops for career professionals to present child friendly activities
- Recruiting/hiring/training/development and retaining professional staff
- Ability to maximize marketing, sales with ability to achieve budget profitability and goals
- Implementation of an Educational Apprenticeship Program in conjunction with area Universities & High Schools
- Website creation/development & online marketing management: http://www.KingdomCare.net
Homeschool Advisor, School Founder
Kingdom Care Childcare
08.2013 - 06.2015
- Hands on experience in creation of a successful homeschool classroom environment
- Instruct and demonstrate homeschool curriculum material to students in academic subjects
- Assisted students in acquiring better understanding of a subject in which weak areas existed
- Devised individual educational plans in accordance with the needs of students
- Maintained confidential student records
- Researched and recommended supplemental learning materials
- Provided ongoing advising to homeschool families through meetings and weekly e-reports
Preschool Education Director
Kingdom Care Childcare
08.1997 - 01.2000
- Implemented an interactive, early learning preschool program
- Developed schedules and routines of learning and playing for physical, social, and emotional growth
- Provided educational instruction preschool through lesson plans
- Provided creative activities in which life skills and age-appropriate enjoyment could take place
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance
Education
B.S - Psychology
Bowie State University
Bowie, MD05.2012
Skills
- Staff Meetings
- Customer Needs Assessments
- Funding Proposals
- Change Management Process
Websites
Certification
45 hr Child Growth & Development Certificate
45 hr School Age Curriculum Certificate
20 hr Child Care Administration Certificate
Conferencing With Parents Certificate
Timeline
Homeschool Advisor, School Founder
Kingdom Care Childcare
08.2013 - 06.2015
Director of Programs
Kingdom Care Childcare
06.2001 - Current
Preschool Education Director
Kingdom Care Childcare
08.1997 - 01.2000
B.S - Psychology
Bowie State University
45 hr Child Growth & Development Certificate
45 hr School Age Curriculum Certificate
20 hr Child Care Administration Certificate
Conferencing With Parents Certificate
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