Kristen Bennett
Loganville,GA
Summary
Preschool Director with 8 years of experience in early childhood education. Projects good communication and interpersonal skills across the community to maintain personal relationships with youth and families through various activities. Skilled in coordinating with parents and staff to create a high-quality learning environment. Proven to organize a nurturing and effective educational environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director
Good Shepherd Preschool
04.2024 - 11.2024
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners to enhance educational opportunities for students.
- Strengthened community relations by organizing and participating in outreach programs.
- Streamlined communication between teachers, parents, and administrators to foster a collaborative learning environment.
- Oversaw recruitment, hiring, and onboarding process for new educators to maintain high-quality teaching staff.
Interim Director
Good Shepherd Preschool
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Managed daily operations, ensuring efficient scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation for optimal program performance.
- Identified potential sources of funding through grant research efforts while assisting in proposal writing tasks.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
Office Administrator
Good Shepherd Preschool
08.2022 - 10.2023
- Coordinated communications, financial processing, registration, recordkeeping, and other administrative functions.
- Recruited, interviewed, and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Assisted in planning and coordinating special events, ensuring smooth execution and positive experiences for attendees.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering open communication between students, parents, and staff.
Lead Teacher
Good Shepherd Preschool
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance the overall development and growth of every student.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
Education
Diagnostic Medical Sonography - Health Sciences
Georgia Gwinnett College
Lawrenceville, GA05.2026
Skills
- Staff management
- Mission-oriented
- Community Outreach
- Leadership
- Communication
- Program coordination
- Problem solving
- Database management
- Teamwork
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Over 50 credit hours of training relevant to early education and management
Timeline
Assistant Director
Good Shepherd Preschool
04.2024 - 11.2024
Interim Director
Good Shepherd Preschool
10.2023 - 04.2024
Office Administrator
Good Shepherd Preschool
08.2022 - 10.2023
Lead Teacher
Good Shepherd Preschool
06.2021 - 08.2022
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Over 50 credit hours of training relevant to early education and management
Diagnostic Medical Sonography - Health Sciences
Georgia Gwinnett College
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