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Megan Douglas

Kingsland,GA

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Early Impressions @ Blackrock, excelling in strategic planning and relationship building. Successfully increased enrollment through innovative marketing strategies and enhanced staff training programs. Adept at fostering collaboration and communication, ensuring compliance with regulations while promoting a nurturing environment for children's development.

Knowledgeable [Desired Position] with proven history of leading high-performing teams and executing strategic initiatives that drive organizational growth. Successfully directed cross-functional projects that resulted in significant process improvements and operational efficiencies. Demonstrated leadership and communication skills in fostering collaborative environments and delivering impactful results.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director

Early Impressions @ Blackrock
11.2023 - Current
  • Coordinated staff training sessions to enhance educational practices and compliance.
  • Developed and implemented early childhood curriculum aligned with developmental standards.
  • Monitored classroom environments to ensure safety and promote positive behavior management.
  • Fostered partnerships with parents to promote engagement and support children's learning.
  • Managed daily operations, ensuring adherence to licensing regulations and quality standards.
  • Developed strong relationships with families, fostering open communication and collaboration for children''s success.
  • Evaluated program effectiveness through regular assessments and feedback mechanisms.
  • Managed staff recruitment, hiring, training, and retention to maintain a team of highly qualified educators.
  • Created a safe, nurturing environment that promoted the social-emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development of each child.
  • Conducted regular staff meetings promoting transparency fostering open exchange discussing ongoing feedback/suggestions for improvements.
  • Coordinated and facilitated development of cooperative efforts between schools and other community agencies in serving students.
  • Implemented ongoing professional development opportunities for staff members to foster continuous growth and improvement.
  • Mentored new hires guiding them towards seamless integration within the existing team to ensure a united front in achieving program goals.
  • Ensured compliance with state licensing regulations through diligent monitoring and timely reporting.
  • Increased enrollment numbers by developing effective marketing strategies and community outreach efforts.
  • Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
  • Resolved conflicts and administered corrective action to foster positive experience for children and staff.

Cook/Lead Daycare Teacher

Early Impression @ Midtown
09.2021 - 10.2023
  • Assisted in inventory management, tracking stock levels of ingredients.
  • Maintained cleanliness of cooking stations and equipment after use.
  • Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and menu specifications.
  • Ensured compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Improved menu offerings, incorporating seasonal ingredients and innovative cooking methods.
  • Collaborated with management team to develop new menu items.
  • Trained new kitchen staff, ensuring they met restaurant's high standards.
  • Established clear expectations for behavior and managed classroom effectively, resulting in a well-disciplined learning environment.
  • Provided a safe and nurturing environment for students, fostering a sense of belonging and promoting social-emotional development.
  • Resolved staff and parent disputes through constructive problem-solving techniques.
  • Assisted in developing school-wide initiatives focused on increasing student engagement and achievement levels.
  • Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
  • Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
  • Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.

Assistant Manager

Georgia Theatre Company
01.2007 - 12.2015
  • Coordinated team schedules to optimize workflow and enhance productivity.
  • Assisted in training new staff on operational procedures and company policies.
  • Implemented process improvements that increased efficiency in daily operations.
  • Monitored inventory levels, ensuring timely restocking of essential supplies.
  • Maintained accurate records of customer interactions to improve service delivery.
  • Fostered a positive work environment by promoting teamwork and collaboration.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
  • Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various project tasks.
  • Increased sales through effective merchandising strategies and targeted promotions.

Education

No Degree - Dental Hygiene

College of Coastal Gerogia
Brunswick, GA

Camden County High School
Kingsland, GA
05-2009

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Strategic planning
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Decision-making

Certification

  • CDA Certified
  • CPR/ First AID Certified
  • Daycare Director Cerftified
  • 40 Hours DCF

Timeline

Director

Early Impressions @ Blackrock
11.2023 - Current

Cook/Lead Daycare Teacher

Early Impression @ Midtown
09.2021 - 10.2023

Assistant Manager

Georgia Theatre Company
01.2007 - 12.2015

No Degree - Dental Hygiene

College of Coastal Gerogia

Camden County High School
Megan Douglas