Meredith Buono
Director
Acton,MA
Summary
Exceptional leader and Licensed Childcare Director with credentials experienced in providing care for up to 107 children ages 6 weeks to 6 years old in loving and secure environment that fosters learning and creativity. Provides operational guidance and manages and supports 30 staff to deliver superior performance that yields positive growth and development outcomes. Consistently maintains MA licensing requirements and meets compliance standards to promote trusting relationships with families.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
KinderCare Learning Centers
Acton, MA
07.2015 - Current
- Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
- Monitored and coordinated workflows to optimize resources.
- Assisted with sales and marketing strategies to foster achievement of revenue goals.
- Oversaw supply chain functions to verify inventory levels and budget adherence.
- Evaluated company documentation to verify alignment with regulatory requirements.
- Leveraged professional networks and industry knowledge to strengthen client relationships.
- Recruited, selected and retained high-quality staff to reduce turnover and foster stability.
- Planned and monitored curriculum and program activities and liaised with teachers to create fun and engaging learning experiences.
- Modernized instructional plans and educational approaches to enhance student learning.
- Upheld sound financial principles to keep program operating within budget levels, maximizing resource utilization while minimizing costs.
- Established and optimized program schedules to cover planned needs while capitalizing on opportunities to improve student learning.
- Hired and mentored well-qualified job applicants for teaching and support staff roles to boost program success.
- Stayed current on codes and guidelines to maintain compliant program operations in [State].
- Collaborated on strategies to enhance student learning and behavior alongside parents and teaching staff.
- Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Resolved conflicts and administered corrective action to foster positive experience for children and staff.
- Evaluated staff and offered guidance to enhance knowledge, skills and professional development to optimize learning environment.
- Adhered to budgetary guidelines to set financial goals and maintain school profitability.
- Furnished facility with supplies, equipment, food and materials to foster social and cognitive development.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Executed marketing plan and promoted positive image to achieve enrollment goals.
- Monitored and observed child progress, interactions and behavior and reported findings to parents.
- Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
- Reviewed curriculum to evaluate success and recommend and implement changes.
- Supervised childcare workers and oversaw facility to meet state requirements for education and training.
- Oversaw safety requirements, inspection and certification procedures to facilitate annual licensing review.
- Attended professional meetings and conferences to maintain and improve professional competence.
- Monitored students' progress and provided students and teachers with assistance in resolving problems.
- Implemented school policies, procedures and systems to promote safe and healthy environment in compliance with state standards.
- Recruited, hired and evaluated primary and supplemental staff and recommended personnel actions for programs and services.
- Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
- Maximized occupancy of building to achieve return on investment.
- Articulated center's mission to stakeholders to solicit support in realizing mission.
- Reviewed and evaluated new and current programs to determine success and compliance with state, local and federal regulations and recommended necessary modifications.
Assistant Childcare Director
KinderCare Learning Centers
Acton, MA
07.2010 - 07.2015
- Familiarized parents with center's policies, regulations, fees and curriculum.
- Planned and monitored curriculum and program activities and liaised with teachers to create fun and engaging learning experiences.
- Recruited, selected and retained high-quality staff to reduce turnover and foster stability.
- Stayed current on codes and guidelines to maintain compliant program operations in MA.
- Hired and mentored well-qualified job applicants for teaching and support staff roles to boost program success.
- Stayed current on codes and guidelines to maintain compliant program operations in MA.
- Established and optimized program schedules to cover planned needs while capitalizing on opportunities to improve student learning.
- Upheld sound financial principles to keep program operating within budget levels, maximizing resource utilization while minimizing costs.
- Modernized instructional plans and educational approaches to enhance student learning.
- Collaborated on strategies to enhance student learning and behavior alongside parents and teaching staff.
- Evaluated staff and offered guidance to enhance knowledge, skills and professional development to optimize learning environment.
- Furnished facility with supplies, equipment, food and materials to foster social and cognitive development.
- Adhered to budgetary guidelines to set financial goals and maintain school profitability.
- Monitored and observed child progress, interactions and behavior and reported findings to parents.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Monitored students' progress and provided students and teachers with assistance in resolving problems.
- Developed budget for center and established controls to adhere to budget.
- Implemented school policies, procedures and systems to promote safe and healthy environment in compliance with state standards.
- Supervised childcare workers and oversaw facility to meet state requirements for education and training.
- Articulated center's mission to stakeholders to solicit support in realizing mission.
Preschool Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
Acton, MA
07.2001 - 07.2015
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Assisted and supervised [Number] children through entire school day.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
- Supervised student teachers to provide objective feedback.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Developed curriculum to advance physical, emotional, social and cognitive growth of children.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and reported to parents.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Organized and facilitated monthly parent support group meetings.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Supervised students and enforced discipline during classroom and playground activities.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Provided varied opportunities using multiple learning styles for children's active participation experimentation and problem-solving within structured setting.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Mt Wachusett
05.2001 -
Skills
Story pitching
undefinedTimeline
Director
KinderCare Learning Centers
07.2015 - Current
Assistant Childcare Director
KinderCare Learning Centers
07.2010 - 07.2015
Preschool Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
07.2001 - 07.2015
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Mt Wachusett
05.2001 -