Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
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Lucretia Nicole Johnson

Valley Learning Center
Phoenix,Az
24
years of professional experience

Professional with history of driving team success and achieving organizational goals. Proven ability to streamline processes and implement strategic initiatives that enhance productivity. Known for collaborative leadership, adaptability, and focus on results. Key strengths include strategic planning and effective team management.

Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

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

Work History

Assistant Director

7 Years 5 Months
Valley Learning Center/Busy Bees South Phoenix | 06.2019 - Current

Supports the senior director in managing daily operations, leading staff, and ensuring the facility meets all health, safety, and educational standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operational & Administrative Support: Helps manage daily center routines, answers phone calls, handles enrollment paperwork, maintains health and attendance records, and organizes licensing files.
  • Staff Supervision & Scheduling: Assists with hiring, training, and mentoring teachers, manages staff schedules, handles callout's, and steps in to cover classrooms or maintain ratio requirements when needed.
  • Family & Community Communication: Greets parents, responds to inquiries, tours prospective families, and helps resolve questions or concerns regarding daily care.
  • Health, Safety & Compliance: Monitors the facility to ensure playground equipment, classrooms, and common areas are clean and safe, and verifies compliance with state licensing and health regulations.
  • Leadership Continuity: Steps into the lead director role during planned or unplanned absences to keep the center running smoothly.

Lead Teacher 1yr olds & Infants

14 Years
Valley Learning Center | 11.2012 - Current
  • (2012-2019) Caregiver for children ages 6 months to 1 years old teaching fundamentals in early childhood development and social skills
  • Led classroom instruction aligned with developmentally appropriate curriculum and learning goals.
  • Planned engaging lesson activities supporting literacy, math, and social-emotional growth.
  • Maintained safe, organized learning environment compliant with center policies and licensing standards.
  • Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
  • Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.

Direct Auto Loan Closer

1 Year 3 Months
JP Morgan Chase | 06.2010 - 09.2011
  • Setting up loan closings via telephone for customers who have applied for financing on a vehicle if purchasing a vehicle from a dealership, refinancing or purchasing from an individual. Multi-tasking with PC, telephone and various Microsoft Programs and written communication, while providing outstanding customer service.

Program Service Evaluator 1

5 Months
FAA Change Center | 09.2008 - 02.2009
  • Evaluating determination factors for clients who apply for assistance in the following areas of: Nutrition Assistance, Medical Assistance, and Cash Assistance. Word and Power Point to complete daily tasks to assist with via telephone and written communication while providing outstanding customer service skills.

Recovery Specialist

1 Year
ARS National Services | 08.2007 - 08.2008
  • Manage large accounts with outstanding balances on credit cards. Multi-tasking with PC telephone and various Microsoft Programs. Word and Power Point to complete daily task to assist with the recovery of funds via telephone and written communication, while providing outstanding customer service

Recovery Specialist

9 Months
MRS Associates | 07.2006 - 04.2007
  • Manage large accounts with outstanding balances specializing in banking and Auto Finance. Multi-tasking with PC, telephone, various Microsoft programs. Word and Power point to assist with recovery of funds, via telephone and written communication while providing outstanding customer service.

Account Representative

1 Year 3 Months
GC Services | 04.2005 - 07.2006
  • Call Center Operator taking inbound calls from GMAC customers, providing account information and Customer options for collections utilizing telephone, PC and general customer service skills

Teacher Assistant

8 Months
Mill Avenue Pre-School | 08.2004 - 04.2005
  • Caregiver for children ages 1 to 3 years old toilet training, basic pre-kindergarten skills, alphabet recognition, number recognition, color and shape memorization techniques.
  • Supported lead teacher with lesson preparation, classroom organization, and daily activity setup.
  • Supervised children during play, meals, and transitions to maintain safe, orderly classroom flow.
  • Served as a positive role model for students by demonstrating professionalism, respectfulness, and an unwavering commitment to education excellence.

Teaching Assistant

1 Year
Montessori Day School | 08.2002 - 08.2003
  • Caregiver for children ages 6 months to 1 years old teaching fundamentals in early childhood development and social skills
  • Supported lead teacher with Montessori materials and prepared classroom environment for daily activities.
  • Observed children during individual work periods, documenting progress and developmental needs.
  • Guided practical life exercises, reinforcing independence, focus, and self-correction.
  • Assisted with snack, cleanup, and transition routines to maintain orderly flow.
  • Redirected behavior calmly, using Montessori principles to encourage respect and cooperation.

Education

High School Diploma

Marcos De Niza High School | Tempe, AZ | 05-2003

No Degree - Nursing

Maricopa Community Colleges, Gateway Community College | Phoenix, AZ | 07-2005

Skills

Over 4 Years experience as Customer Service Representative
Over 3 Years experience in Collections
Over 2 Years experience in Account Management
13 Years experience in Childcare
6 Months working for the Department Of Economic Security
Excellent interpersonal
communication & written skills
Strong Knowledge of MS Word
Power Point and Outlook
Able to type over 40 WPM

Timeline

Assistant Director

Valley Learning Center/Busy Bees South Phoenix
06.2019 - CurrentRead More

Lead Teacher 1yr olds & Infants

Valley Learning Center
11.2012 - CurrentRead More

Direct Auto Loan Closer

JP Morgan Chase
06.2010 - 09.2011Read More

Program Service Evaluator 1

FAA Change Center
09.2008 - 02.2009Read More

Recovery Specialist

ARS National Services
08.2007 - 08.2008Read More

Recovery Specialist

MRS Associates
07.2006 - 04.2007Read More

Account Representative

GC Services
04.2005 - 07.2006Read More

Teacher Assistant

Mill Avenue Pre-School
08.2004 - 04.2005Read More

Teaching Assistant

Montessori Day School
08.2002 - 08.2003Read More

Marcos De Niza High School

High School Diploma
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Maricopa Community Colleges, Gateway Community College

No Degree from Nursing
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Lucretia Nicole Johnson