Leslie Maxie
Flossmoor,IL
Summary
Children's Leader with many years of experience in early childhood development and teaching. Coordinated with Pastor and parents to build robust curriculum and lesson plans. Provided children with a safe and caring environment, putting children and parents at ease.
Managed all administrative responsibilities involved in completing job requirements, included but not limited to data entry, communications, Word documents, excel...(what do I need here)
Children's Leader inspecting facility and sanitizing all surfaces and objects to prevent spread of disease and infection. Implemented security procedures for drop off and pick up of children and secured all entrances and exits to facility. Educated children using provided curriculum and life experiences.
Respectful and comforting in relating to people of all religious, economic and cultural backgrounds. Enthusiastic about building strong community relationships and providing high-quality religious education services.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Children's Ministry
Flossmoor Community Church
Flossmoor, IL
05.2018 - Current
- Delivered constructive feedback on children to parents and guardians and informed of any disciplinary issues.
- Adhered to security processes and sign-in and sign-out procedures for children, parents and visitors.
- Conducted safety and wellness inspections of facilities and sanitized toys and surfaces.
- Worked with directors and board members to develop lesson plans and special events for children.
- Recruited and trained volunteers and staff in care of children and facility procedures.
- Created and maintained safe and nurturing environment for children.
- Hired, mentored and supervised instructors and volunteer staff to carry out program goals.
- Adapted classroom plans to support needs of children with special learning requirements.
- Directed pre-school, toddler and infant services to provide comprehensive family support.
- Identified and recruited potential volunteer workers.
- Sourced, modified and prepared class curricula and targeted lesson plans based on subject matter requirements.
- Analyzed revenue and program cost data to determine budget priorities.
- Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of activities and classes.
- Kept program children safe and secure at all times with proactive monitoring strategies.
Emcee/Owner/Operator
Charizma Entertainment
Northbrook, IL
02.2002 - 10.2014
- Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions and forecast needs.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Trained and developed team members to build human capital.
- Optimized team hiring, training and performance.
- Established, optimized and enforced business policies to maintain consistency and high-quality standards across industry operations.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
- Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Remained up-to-date on current trends and attended industry trade shows and markets to view and order inventory.
- Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
- Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
- Maintained up-to-date administrative records to monitor operational conditions.
- Reduced personnel turnover and promoted employee development by recruiting team-oriented candidates and implementing new training practices.
- Aligned branding initiatives and sales strategies with client goals.
- Recruited, hired and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures and technology systems.
- Developed sales presentations and promotion initiatives to key accounts to drive product sales and increase brand awareness.
Camp Leader
Tamarak Day Camp
Lincolnshire, IL
06.1996 - 08.2012
- Supervised, guided and assisted students during crafts, art projects, games and other activities to provide developmental stimulation.
- Monitored camper behavior during activities, effectively handling discipline situations and encouraging positive behavior.
- Maintained camper files, properly storing and maintaining personal information.
- Safeguarded campers, providing general first aid and distributing medication to children as directed.
- Organized session wrap-up events to recognize campers' achievements.
- Trained and mentored new camp counselors in operations practices and camper-focused activities.
- Complied with state licensing requirements under direction of program manager.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Communicated with parents, staff and teachers regarding children or program issues.
- Monitored campers' arrivals and departures and noted absences and illnesses in each child's record.
- Answered phones quickly, addressing questions, taking messages and forwarding calls.
- Planned and implemented our unit's daily activities to encourage campers' personal growth and positive peer relationships.
- Performed staff evaluations and addressed areas for improvement.
- Trained staff in proper implementation of program systems, familiarizing with camp traditions and verifying basic knowledge of activities.
- Followed federal, state and facility guidelines to maintain professional interactions with campers.
- Created interesting and educational lesson plans and implemented activities while engaging with children.
- Earned CPR certifications with emphasis on children's treatment protocols.
- Supervised young campers in recreational activities such as youth sports, aquatics and arts and crafts.
- Advised camp management of camper-related issues and helped to formulate targeted resolution plans.
- Cultivated cordial relationships with campers' parents or guardians.
- Recorded attendance and contacted parents regarding absent campers.
Education
No Degree - English Major
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, ILNo Degree - Elementary Education
Roosevelt University
Chicago, ILBachelor of Science - Applied Behavioral Sciences
National Louis University
Wheeling, IL06.2010
Skills
- Curriculum writing
- Volunteer Recruitment
- Project Management
- Self-Motivated
- MS Office
- Organization and Time Management
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Decision Making
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Training and Development
- First Aid/CPR
- Clerical Support
- Dependable and Responsible
- Communication (Written and Verbal)
Timeline
Director of Children's Ministry
Flossmoor Community Church
05.2018 - Current
Emcee/Owner/Operator
Charizma Entertainment
02.2002 - 10.2014
Camp Leader
Tamarak Day Camp
06.1996 - 08.2012
No Degree - English Major
University of Illinois At Chicago
No Degree - Elementary Education
Roosevelt University
Bachelor of Science - Applied Behavioral Sciences
National Louis University
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