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Bennita Boyd

Bennita Boyd

Director Child care Center
Peoria,IL

Summary

Diligent Childcare Director with 20+ years of experience directing enrichment activities, curriculum and caring for children in licensed childcare facility. Oversees staff and operations to meet Illinois licensing standards and contract requirements resulting in successful inspections and monitoring reviews. Cultivates safe and nurturing environment for children while maintaining profitability and business growth. Offers extensive knowledge of child development and education. Skilled in creating and managing programs to create safe, secure and nurturing environment for children. Experienced in successful staff management and program development. Capable Director bringing demonstrated success in motivating staff and optimizing program operations across 20+-year history of accomplishment in education. Experienced in organizing facilities, supplies and educators to handle wide-ranging needs. Highly organized, resourceful and forward-thinking leader.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
10
10
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Director

Myah's Learning Center
12.2005 - Current
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
  • Along with 94 families, enrollment and co-pays.
  • Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered 19 employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.

Teacher

Illinois Central College
06.2004 - 06.2006
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.

Education

No Degree - Early Childhood Education

Rasmussen University
Chicago, IL
06.2023 - Current

CDA Certificate - Early Childhood Education

Illinois Central College
East Peoria, IL
12.2006

Skills

  • Strategic Planning
  • Verbal and written communication
  • People Management
  • Operations Management
  • Project Management
  • Team Management
  • Staff Management
  • Budget Control
  • Budget Management
  • Staff Development
  • Issues Resolution
  • Program Management
  • Hiring and Retention
  • Financial Reporting
  • Contract and Vendor Management
  • Crisis Management
  • Human Resources Management

Certification

  • paraprofessional License -

Timeline

No Degree - Early Childhood Education

Rasmussen University
06.2023 - Current

Director

Myah's Learning Center
12.2005 - Current

Teacher

Illinois Central College
06.2004 - 06.2006

CDA Certificate - Early Childhood Education

Illinois Central College

Work Availability

monday
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saturday
sunday
morning
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Affiliations

  • NAEYC ( National Association for the education of Young Children)
  • Gateway to Opportunity

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart Time

Work Location

RemoteOn-Site

Quote

There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Bennita BoydDirector Child care Center