LaQueesha Blockton
Franklin,WI
Summary
I am a veteran Educator. For the last 25 years, I have devoted my life to helping mode our future. From working in Head Start, to Kindergarten, to owning my own Private Christian School, each experience has been meaningful in it’s own way. I would love to interview with staff so we can discuss how I can be a benefit to your company.
I am also a talented Executive Director experienced in developing and managing staff, budgets and programs to achieve results. I am offering more than 16 years of experience at executive level. I apply skills in ministry, leadership, mentoring and training to motivate organization's members in meeting organizational missions and program goals. Lastly, I have successfully raised public awareness about community-based programs and services.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Blockton Design
Franklin, WI
03.2020 - Current
- Selected décor and event materials fitting clients' requests and vision.
- Coordinated vendors, timelines and budgets for events.
- Scheduled and managed transportation for event participants.
- Organized corporate luncheons, dinners, conferences and special events.
- Directed florists, photographers, musicians and ceremony participants during pre-ceremony, ceremony and post-ceremony events.
- Planned, coordinated and executed weddings and special events.
- Hosted large groups by engaging with attendees during annual events.
Owner/Executive Director
Academy Of Integrity-Blockton Child Development
Franklin, WI
07.2012 - 08.2019
- Led startup and open of Academy of Integrity and provided business development, creation of operational procedures and workflow planning.
- Developed and managed budgets for academic and student affairs
- Visited classrooms to evaluate teacher instructional techniques as part of annual evaluation cycle
- Managed school administration operations and organized teacher schedules, student registration processes and class orientation sessions
- Created and maintained websites to promote business
- Managed student health, counseling, and psychological services
- Outlined, implemented and maintained personnel-related policies and procedures
- Developed and implemented standards for student academic achievement aligned with district, state and local initiatives
- Developed positive relationships with school students, teachers and local community
- Collaborated with various departments to support and establish programs, lessons and student activities
- Hosted fundraising events for various charities to boost brand awareness and community engagement.
- Hired and mentored core start-up team, working to outline initial company policies and procedures.
- Monitored individual team member performance results and engaged in timely coaching sessions.
- Hosted hundreds of attendees during annual events. (Graduation, parties, Holiday Galas, etc.)
- Set, updated and enforced policies to maintain consistency and quality at all levels.
- Managed catering services, audio-visual services and housekeepers.
- Organized venues, budgets, guest lists, catering and event timelines.
- Assessed business systems and processes, identifying areas for improvement to support future growth.
- Promoted branding initiatives, developing effective marketing and sales strategies to meet new business development goals.
- Created and maintained websites to promote business
Paraprofessional Educator-Head Start K4/K5
Milwaukee Public Schools, MPS
Milwaukee , WI
06.1997 - 10.2007
- Supported lead teacher with daily classroom activities.
- Monitored students to observe behavior, enforce rules and maintain safety.
- Maintained safe, clean and constantly supervised play environment.
- Supervised students outside classroom during recess, lunch and breaks.
- Assisted with or led story time by reading books to children.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Created and assembled classroom displays and decorations.
- Helped facilitate indoor and outdoor play, parent-teacher conferences and keeping classroom clean with diligent attention to each support task.
- Planned class activities, events and field trips.
Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
UpGrade Media Arts School
Brookfield, WI
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Opened, read and replied to e-mails, letters and correspondence on behalf of executives.
- Oversaw special event calendars for students and staff factoring in availability and expected operational demands to keep workloads in balance.
- Followed proper accounting and bookkeeping procedures to support audits.
- Maintained company confidence and protected business operations by keeping sensitive information confidential.
- Collaborated with internal teams to support long-term research, marketing projects.
- Wrote and distributed executive meeting agendas and minutes to department heads and executive team members.
- Delivered optimal administrative, customer service and case management support.
- Set up meeting and event logistics for senior management and updated calendars.
- Restocked office and break room supplies and made appropriate equipment orders.
Administrative Director
Trini-Dad's Child Development Center
Greenfield, WI
08.2018 - 03.2020
- Recruited and trained top-quality educators and support staff to maximize program success.
- Worked with parents and staff to improve student behavioral and learning issues with proactive approaches.
- Established and enforced modern educational standards to support student needs.
- Achieved budgetary targets by monitoring expenses and resource utilization, cutting waste and strengthening revenue streams.
- Maintained current knowledge of applicable codes and required procedures to optimize learning environments.
- Set and enhanced program schedules to meet expected demands and enhance student learning opportunities.
- Prepared financial and administrative reports and statements for management.
- Assisted production and distribution of memos, newsletters, email updates and other forms of communication.
- Coordinated and managed event-planning logistics, budget administration and team oversight.
- Set up meetings and appointments, including gathering materials, booking conference rooms and providing information to involved parties.
Owner/Resale Store Manager
Blockton Kiddie Resale Shop
Franklin, WI
07.2015 - 07.2018
- Led startup and opening of Blockton Kiddie Resale Shop and provided business development, creation of operational procedures and workflow planning.
- Oversaw all aspects of project execution, including progress of each phase, quality of workmanship and team performance to drive on-time completion of deliverables.
- Collaborated with staff to maximize customer satisfaction, streamline procedures and improve bottom-line profitability.
- Established, enforced and updated policies keeping business agile and responsive to changing market conditions.
- Directed hiring and training of new department managers to drive organizational improvements.
- Developed and implemented promotional strategies to drive business success and maintain budgetary guidelines.
- Set and administered annual operating budget, consistently maintaining controls and preventing overages.
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
- Promoted branding initiatives, developing effective marketing and sales strategies to meet new business development goals.
Administrative Director
Faith Academy Learning Center
Franklin, WI
09.2007 - 12.2011
- Communicated job expectations and trained staff to promote team building and discipline.
- Identified and solved problems to enhance management and business direction.
- Managed schedules and calendars
- Communicated with parents and fostered strong professional relationships.
- Monitored compliance with state, federal and company regulations, standards and requirements.
- Hired, mentored and monitored qualified childcare staff.
- Inspected facility and activities to monitor safety, sanitation and procedures.
- Created and updated records to document employee and participant information.
- Launched marketing campaigns and events to attract community members and increase enrollment.
- Maintained current knowledge of applicable codes and required procedures to optimize learning environments.
Paraprofessional
Milwaukee Public Schools, MPS
Milwaukee, WI
10.2022 - Current
- Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
Education
BBA - Business Administration And Management
Lakeland College
Plymouth, WI11.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Education
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WI2004
Bachelor of Science - Education
Mount Mary University
Milwaukee, WISkills
- Growth mindset
- Team management
- Interpersonal skills
- Event Planning
- Presentation skills
- Office record management
- Excellent classroom management
- Effectively work with parents
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Certified in Early Childhood Education
- Strong Communication
- Arts and crafts aptitude
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Good work ethic
- Supervision & leadership
- Lesson planning
- Differentiated learning techniques
- Mediation and advocacy talent
- Behavioral/cognitive skills development
- Reporting and documentation
- Parent/teacher conferences
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Each small task of everyday life is part of the total harmony of the universe.
Saint Thérèse de Lisieux
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Milwaukee Public Schools, MPS
10.2022 - Current
Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
UpGrade Media Arts School
08.2021 - 06.2022
Executive Director
Blockton Design
03.2020 - Current
Administrative Director
Trini-Dad's Child Development Center
08.2018 - 03.2020
Owner/Resale Store Manager
Blockton Kiddie Resale Shop
07.2015 - 07.2018
Owner/Executive Director
Academy Of Integrity-Blockton Child Development
07.2012 - 08.2019
Administrative Director
Faith Academy Learning Center
09.2007 - 12.2011
Paraprofessional Educator-Head Start K4/K5
Milwaukee Public Schools, MPS
06.1997 - 10.2007
BBA - Business Administration And Management
Lakeland College
Associate of Applied Science - Education
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Education
Mount Mary University
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