Kristyn Atkins
Ruston,LA
Summary
Proven leader in child care and education at Fair Park Weekday, adept at staff management and parental engagement, ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Excelled in creating nurturing environments, enhancing staff skills, and boosting parent satisfaction. Achieved significant improvements in program quality and operational efficiency, demonstrating a true team player spirit and a results-driven approach.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Care Director
Fair Park Weekday
01.2018 - Current
- 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.
- Communicated with local and state government agencies to maintain compliance with all regulations.
- Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
- Resolved conflicts and administered corrective action to foster positive experience for children and staff.
- Established strong relationships with parents through open communication and regular updates on child progress.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant licensing requirements by maintaining detailed documentation and submitting timely reports as necessary.
- Planned and monitored curriculum and program activities and liaised with teachers to create fun and engaging learning experiences.
- Analyzed enrollment data to identify trends, optimize staffing levels, and inform future program development.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Maintained accurate records of child attendance, medical information, and emergency contacts in compliance with state regulations.
- Improved parent satisfaction rates by addressing concerns promptly and implementing feedback-driven improvements.
- Conducted regular safety audits, ensuring a secure environment for children and staff alike.
- Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
- Executed marketing plan and promoted positive image to achieve enrollment goals.
- Evaluated staff and offered guidance to enhance knowledge, skills, and professional development to optimize learning environment.
- Oversaw safety requirements, inspection, and certification procedures to facilitate annual licensing review.
Property Management Assistant
Martin Presence Property Management
09.2017 - 12.2017
- Assisted property manager in conducting regular inspections to maintain property standards and address any issues proactively.
- Maintained positive relationships with tenants through clear communication and prompt responses to inquiries or concerns.
- Enhanced tenant satisfaction by promptly addressing maintenance requests and ensuring timely resolution.
- Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen, and other support services.
- Supported smooth tenant move-ins and move-outs by scheduling inspections, managing paperwork, and facilitating key exchanges.
Pre-K Teacher
Fair Park Weekday
08.2004 - 08.2017
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Promoted social-emotional development with interactive lessons on empathy, conflict resolution, and self-regulation techniques.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Boosted student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
- Fostered a love of learning among students by maintaining an energetic teaching style and incorporating creative, interactive elements into lessons.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional learning opportunities to remain current on best practices in early childhood education.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Developed and implemented behavior management systems to maintain a structured and productive learning environment.
- Enhanced classroom environment by creating visually appealing bulletin boards and displays, promoting a positive learning atmosphere.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
Education
Diploma -
Linville High School
Linville, LA05.2004
Skills
- Safety regulations compliance
- Staff hiring
- Administrative Functions
- Staff Management
- Parental engagement
- Program assessment
- Document Preparation
- True team player
Timeline
Child Care Director
Fair Park Weekday
01.2018 - Current
Property Management Assistant
Martin Presence Property Management
09.2017 - 12.2017
Pre-K Teacher
Fair Park Weekday
08.2004 - 08.2017
Diploma -
Linville High School
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