Kelsey Foulke
Summary
Seasoned Assistant Director knowledgeable about client center operations. Work independently and within a team to facilitate an environment that supports both the client mission and core principles of organization. Documented strength in maintaining state licensing regulations while following company policies and procedures.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director
Bright Horizons
02.2023 - Current
- Supervise, lead staff, oversee daily activities and work with Director to maintain center budget.
- Network, connect and tour potential families.
- Participate in stay conversations with staff.
- Manage and implement training plans for staff of 11 including teachers and administration.
- Collaborate with teachers to create professional development goals and help create a plan for teachers to reach those goals.
- Establish working relationship with several support staff , therapists, and enrichment providers that work closely with employees in program.
- Meticulously maintain state licensing files for staff and children.
- Develop and implement Continuous Quality Improvement Plans to maintain PA child care quality STARS program, STAR 4.
- Prepare center's electronic NAEYC portfolio for re-accreditation as well as assist teachers in creating electronic classroom NAEYC portfolios.
Health and Safety Director
Bright Horizons
09.2020 - 01.2023
- Establish relationship with local health department to follow regulations and reporting guidlines regarding COVID-19.
- Attend weekly calls to stay updated on newest COVID-19 information and policies.
- Ensure COVID-19 policy and procedure follow-thru in the center.
- Offer explanation to staff and families regarding constantly changing policies and procedures regarding COVID-19.
- Meticulously maintain state licensing files for staff and children.
Assistant Director
Bright Horizon
09.2017 - 08.2020
- Assist Director in day to day operation of center.
- Maintain positive working relationships with staff and families based on honesty and transparency.
- Create efficient schedule for staffing to meet state ratios in classrooms while being mindful of the center budget.
- Maintain state licensing files for children and staff.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education/Early Childhood Education
Kutztown University
Kutztown, PASkills
- Lead team through program changes and updates
- Maintain positive relationships with families and staff
- Schedule Management
- Employee Development
Timeline
Assistant Director
Bright Horizons
02.2023 - Current
Health and Safety Director
Bright Horizons
09.2020 - 01.2023
Assistant Director
Bright Horizon
09.2017 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education/Early Childhood Education
Kutztown University
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