Lucretia Boyd
Woodbridge,Virginia
Summary
Highly-motivated individual with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adapt at working effectively unsupervised, while acquiring new skills. Experienced and dependable with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled with manual labor, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Care Director
The Arc Of Greater Prince William
Manassas, VA
02.1997 - Current
- Coordinated daily activities such as meals, rest periods, outdoor playtime and learning activities.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members or between staff and families.
- Inspected facilities regularly to ensure cleanliness and safety requirements are met.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences as needed.
- Organized and supervised staff recruitment, training and performance management.
- Assisted with the preparation of grant applications for funding opportunities.
- Collaborated with other professionals including teachers, social workers and nutritionists to coordinate services for children in need.
- Provided guidance for parents on child development issues.
- Developed, implemented and monitored policies and procedures to ensure the safety of all children in care.
- Monitored financial budgets related to childcare operations.
- Created a safe, nurturing environment for children by providing appropriate supervision of their activities.
- Reviewed licensing regulations regularly to maintain compliance standards.
- Maintained accurate records of children's attendance, health information and developmental progress.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss strategies for improving quality of childcare services.
- Enforced rules to promote positive behavior among children under care.
- Inspected facility and activities to monitor safety, sanitation and procedures.
- Oversaw daily activities and programs to educate and socialize participants.
- Monitored compliance with state, federal and company regulations, standards and requirements.
- Created and updated records to document employee and participant information.
- Hired, mentored and monitored qualified childcare staff.
- Communicated with parents and fostered strong professional relationships.
- Worked with parents and staff to improve student behavioral and learning issues with proactive approaches.
- Reviewed and evaluated programs for compliance with state, local and federal regulations.
- Trained, managed and motivated employees to promote professional skill development.
- Monitored student progress and assisted students and teachers with resolving problems.
- Determined allocations of funds for staff, equipment and authorized purchases.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Strayer University
Washington, DC03-2021
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Collaboration
- Interpersonal Communication
- Team building
- Calm Under Pressure
- Team Management
- Customer Service
- Microsoft Word
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Decision-Making
- Microsoft Office
- Needs Assessment
- Disability Support
- Behavioral Health
- Problem-solving abilities
- Time Management
- Disability Services
- Reliability
- Attention to Detail
- Client Needs Assessments
- Written Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Goal Setting
- Continuous Improvement
- Problem-Solving
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Task Prioritization
- Time management abilities
- Active Listening
- Self Motivation
- Organizational Skills
- Multitasking
Accomplishments
I received the Labor Of Love Reward for outstanding hard work , dedication and commitment.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Child Care Director
The Arc Of Greater Prince William
02.1997 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Strayer University
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