Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Nash Award for Employee of Excellence
Timeline
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Lisa Eckardt

Lisa Eckardt

Kenosha,WI

Summary

At Kenosha YMCA, I fostered strong child and family bonds through empathy and active listening, significantly enhancing organizational efficiency with innovative scheduling systems. My adeptness in child development and safety, coupled with a CPR certification, underscored my commitment to nurturing environments. I excelled in team building and problem-solving, ensuring children's growth.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Youth and Family Assistant Director

Kenosha YMCA
09.2006 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with children through active listening, empathy, and patience, creating a trusting bond within the family unit.
  • Maintained family privacy and security by handling sensitive information discreetly and respecting confidentiality boundaries.
  • Enhanced family organization by implementing efficient scheduling systems and maintaining calendars.
  • Provided tutoring support for children with school assignments, resulting in improved academic performance.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on child development practices to provide appropriate guidance during critical growth periods.
  • Oversaw after-school activities arrangement for kids'' engagement and well-rounded development.
  • Coordinated children''s extracurricular activities to ensure their timely arrival and participation in various events.
  • Devised creative learning opportunities for children with engaging indoor and outdoor activities tailored to their interests and developmental needs.
  • Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
  • Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
  • Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
  • Overseeing department operations in the area of enrollments, registrations, billing/payments.
  • Meeting CACFP requirements.

Education

High School Diploma -

John Hersey High School
Arlington Heights, IL
06-1991

Skills

  • Driver's license
  • Organizational growth
  • Emotional support
  • Meal preparation
  • Scheduling coordination
  • Arts and crafts
  • Homework assistance
  • Budgeting experience
  • Safety awareness
  • Activity planning
  • Childcare experience
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Multitasking
  • Reliability
  • CPR certification
  • Organizational skills
  • Child safety
  • Relationship building
  • Team building

Certification

  • CPR/AED Certification
  • First Aid Certification
  • Early Childhood Certifications

Nash Award for Employee of Excellence

In 2021 I was awarded the Kenosha YMCA Nash Award for Employee Excellence by my peers at the KENOSHA YMCA.

Timeline

Youth and Family Assistant Director

Kenosha YMCA
09.2006 - Current

High School Diploma -

John Hersey High School