Kimberly Harryman
Fate,TX
Summary
Motivated professional with a proven track record in childcare management. Demonstrates strong work ethic and adaptability, excelling in unsupervised roles. Expertise includes financial oversight, staff training, and building collaborative relationships. Committed to operational efficiency and creating a safe, nurturing environment for children.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Interim Co-Director
The Ark Preschool
Rockwall, TX
11.2025 - Current
- Supervised and trained staff to ensure high-quality childcare services.
- Managed daily operations, including scheduling, budgeting, and compliance.
- Fostered open communication with parents to address concerns and promote collaboration.
- Coordinated staff meetings to discuss program improvements and share best practices.
- Evaluated child development through regular assessments and observations.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all children in care.
- Collaborated with local agencies to enhance community resources for families.
- Communicated with parents and fostered strong professional relationships.
- Maintained accurate records of children's attendance, health information and developmental progress.
- Enforced rules to promote positive behavior among children under care.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members or between staff and families.
- Developed, implemented and monitored policies and procedures to ensure the safety of all children in care.
- Maintained current knowledge of applicable codes and required procedures to optimize learning environments.
Assistant Director of Operations and Enrollment
The Ark Preschool
Rockwall, TX
05.2024 - 11.2025
- Manage all aspects of finance for the preschool: accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing, payroll, budgeting, bank reconciliation and deposits, communication with the accounting firm, and financial reports for the Governing Board.
- Maintain positive and supportive relationships with parents, students, and staff.
- Monitor school environments to ensure safety and security and arrange repairs and improvements as needed.
- Manage student enrollment and placement, including tours.
Office Manager
The Ark Preschool
Rockwall, TX
09.2017 - 05.2024
- Maintained organized filing systems for records, correspondence, and other documents.
- Managed front desk operations, including greeting visitors, answering questions, and assisting staff and students as needed.
- Answered phone calls, responded to emails, managed office inventory, placed new supply orders, and maintained impeccable office organization.
- Resolved customer inquiries in a timely manner while maintaining positive relationships with clients.
- Used discernment and initiative in handling confidential matters and requests.
Preschool Teacher
The Ark Preschool
Rockwall, TX
09.2012 - 09.2017
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate activities to promote the physical, mental, social, and emotional growth of the preschoolers.
- Created a safe and stimulating environment for children to learn through hands-on, play-based learning.
- Established positive relationships with students, families and co-workers.
Education
Associate of Arts - Social Work
Collin County Community College District
Plano, TXHigh School Diploma -
Mesquite High School
Mesquite05.1999
Skills
- Dependable, prompt and efficient
- Excellent customer service
- Intuitive problem-solving skills
- Experience with conflict management
- Attention to detail and able to multi-task
- Effective communication
- Exceptional organization
- Quickbooks, Smartcare, ADP, Fidelity
- Child development
- Financial management
- Operations management
- Relationship building
- Compliance awareness
- Staff training
Timeline
Interim Co-Director
The Ark Preschool
11.2025 - Current
Assistant Director of Operations and Enrollment
The Ark Preschool
05.2024 - 11.2025
Office Manager
The Ark Preschool
09.2017 - 05.2024
Preschool Teacher
The Ark Preschool
09.2012 - 09.2017
Associate of Arts - Social Work
Collin County Community College District
High School Diploma -
Mesquite High School