Latavia Norvell
Matteson,IL
Summary
HR professional with over 8 years of comprehensive experience in recruitment, benefits administration, payroll processing, and HRIS management. Demonstrated success in implementing diversity initiatives and creating effective onboarding and cultural programs. Proficient in supporting both remote and hybrid teams, aiming to apply HR skills in a flexible work setting. Open to relocation to Chicago, IL or Matteson, IL.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Daycare Owner/Operator
It’s A Small World Home Daycare
05.1999 - Current
- Established nurturing environment promoting child development and well-being.
- Developed age-appropriate curriculum fostering creativity and learning.
- Managed daily operations ensuring compliance with state regulations and standards.
- Oversaw staff training, enhancing team skills and improving service quality.
- Enhanced parent satisfaction by maintaining open communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
- Managed financial aspects of the daycare business, including budgeting, expense tracking, and revenue generation.
- Implemented safety protocols, ensuring a secure atmosphere for children and families.
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents through effective communication and support initiatives.
Human Resources Generalist
Rush University Medical Center
08.1990 - 05.1999
- Managed full-cycle recruitment process, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding of 300-500 new hires annually
- Administered benefits programs, ensuring accurate enrollment and timely communication with employees
- Maintained HRIS database by accurately entering employee information, updating records, generating reports, and conducting audits for data integrity
- Managed leave administration process including FMLA requests, tracking time off accruals, and coordinating return-to-work plans
Education
Bachelor's degree - Early Childhood Education
National Louis University
Chicago, IL12.2013
Skills
- Record maintenance expertise
- Office software proficiency
- Orientation and onboarding
- HRIS system management
- Data management skills
- Detail-oriented approach
- Leave policy administration
- Word processing expertise
- Organizational capabilities
- HR management skills
- PowerPoint presentation skills
- Recruitment process management
- Payroll administration skills
- Program development expertise
- Texas P&C Licensing
Timeline
Daycare Owner/Operator
It’s A Small World Home Daycare
05.1999 - Current
Human Resources Generalist
Rush University Medical Center
08.1990 - 05.1999
Bachelor's degree - Early Childhood Education
National Louis University