Marie Lasker
Walnut Creek,CA
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record, excelling in operational leadership and staff development. Successfully managed teams to enhance compliance and boost employee retention, while implementing strategic growth plans that increased revenue. Recognized for fostering a collaborative environment and optimizing operational processes.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
The Learning Tree
Livermore, CA
04.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with leadership to maintain established standards.
- Hire, manage and train staff and continue to mentor through staff meetings and trainings.
- Handle bills and budgeting and spending on supplies etc.
- Plan events for families and staff.
- Communicate with prospective families, give tours and work through enrollment process.
- Maintain all Title 22 guidelines throughout the center including but not limited to, supervision, ratios and health and safety.
Site Director
Diablo Hills Country School
San Ramon, CA
02.2020 - 09.2023
- Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements while continuously seeking opportunities for process improvement based on best practices.
- Managed a team of professionals, ensuring high-quality performance and adherence to company standards.
- Provided leadership and guidance to staff through ongoing training initiatives, boosting employee retention rates.
- Developed strategic plans for site growth, resulting in increased revenue and profitability.
Sr. Director
Larsons Children's Center
Danville, CA
09.2000 - 01.2020
- Managed the establishment of two new schools.
- Ensured compliance with Title 22 regulations.
- Coordinated hiring processes and provided training to new employees across all sites.
- Onboarded and guided managerial staff at multiple locations.
- Organized family-focused gatherings.
- Managed advertising.
- Managed budgets ensuring optimal financial allocations.
- Earned multiple Best of the Bay awards for school.
- Handled the complete admissions procedure, keeping the school's population at optimum levels.
Education
Early Childhood Education
Diablo Valley College
Pleasant Hill, CAEarly Childhood Care And Education
De Anza College
Cupertino, CAEarly Childhood Education
Los Medanos College
Pittsburg, CASkills
- Operational leadership
- Operational planning
- Operations management
- Facility management
- Staff development
- Program management
Timeline
Executive Director
The Learning Tree
04.2024 - Current
Site Director
Diablo Hills Country School
02.2020 - 09.2023
Sr. Director
Larsons Children's Center
09.2000 - 01.2020
Early Childhood Education
Diablo Valley College
Early Childhood Care And Education
De Anza College
Early Childhood Education
Los Medanos College