Lesley Lively
Christiansburg,VA
Summary
Persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of business principles, project management and team leadership. Collaborative with relentless work ethic.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Executive Officer
The Adventure Club
77 Scattergood Dr. Christiansburg, VA
05.2020 - 09.2022
- Oversaw the ongoing operations of all branches in the company.
- Managed and directed the company toward its primary goals and objectives.
- Promoted communication and cooperation among branches to create a spirit of unity in the company.
- Analyzed problematic situations and occurrences and provided solutions to ensure company survival and growth.
- Reviewed financial and non-financial reports to devise solutions or improvements.
- Communicated effectively and establish credibility throughout the company.
- Mentored and interacted with staff member at all levels to foster growth and encourage development.
Director of Operations
Grace-A-Child USA
602 13th St. Radford, VA
04.2019 - 05.2020
- Ensured that the facility and staff adhered to all state and local regulations.
- Develop and implement strategies to address any gaps in marketing and enrollment.
- Conducted interviews and reviewed the qualification of all new staff before hiring the most qualified applicants for teaching, administrative, or support staff positions.
- Supervised and lead teaching and administrative staff as they adhere to company standards.
- Process weekly and monthly tuitions and prepare timely and accurate weekly and monthly reports.
- Ordered and purchased teaching materials including but not limited to, toys, videos, books, educational aid, cleaning suppli8es, food, and first aid supplies.
Director of Operations
Grace-A-Child USA
125 Scattergood Dr. Christiansburg, VA
07.2015 - 05.2019
- Monitor the financial health of the center, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, state assistance, and payroll.
- Plan for and conduct monthly fire drills, quarterly earthquake and emergency preparedness drills, and keep a record of the necessary information.
- Maintain complete and up-to-date files for enrolled children and current staff.
- Conduct informative and professional tours.
- Oversee teachers in maintaining well-ordered classrooms by enforcing established procedure for working with children.
- Plan and implement educational and recreational activities for the children.
Preschool Lead Teacher/ Infant Lead Teacher
Grace-A-Child USA
77 Scattergood Dr. Christiansburg, VA
10.2010 - 07.2015
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and reported to parents.
Education
High School Diploma -
Blacksburg High School
Blacksburg, VA06.2007
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, ProCare, Avigilion, Seer
- Growth mindset
- Leadership and team management
- Problem-solving and decision-making
- Flexibility
- Market and Competitor Research
- Multitasking
- Customer Service
- Budget Controls
- Business Growth Initiatives
- Sales Promotion
Timeline
Chief Executive Officer
The Adventure Club
05.2020 - 09.2022
Director of Operations
Grace-A-Child USA
04.2019 - 05.2020
Director of Operations
Grace-A-Child USA
07.2015 - 05.2019
Preschool Lead Teacher/ Infant Lead Teacher
Grace-A-Child USA
10.2010 - 07.2015
High School Diploma -
Blacksburg High School