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NIKAYA MCWILLIAMS

Chicago,IL

Summary

With over 10 years of experience in early childhood education, my passion lies in applying my skills in a different work environments. Seeking a full-time position that offers professional challenges, I bring excellent time management, problem-solving abilities, and strong interpersonal skills to the table. Determined to expand professional skills and excel in any role.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Nanny

NorthShore Nannies
08.2019 - Current
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
  • Engage in play and provide developmentally appropriate activities for children according to their age
  • Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.
  • Develop strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
  • Maintained a clean and organized home environment conducive to optimal child development through regular tidying duties.
  • Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.

Assistant Director

Kidwatch Plus
02.2022 - 02.2023
  • Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding process for over 30 new educators to maintain a high-quality teaching staff.
  • Fostered a positive school culture by promoting open communication among staff members and celebrating successes together as a team.
  • Ensured compliance with state education standards by regularly reviewing curriculum materials and teaching practices.
  • Boosted staff morale and performance through implementation of comprehensive training and professional development.

Substitute

Childcare Careers
08.2021 - 02.2022
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Worked at 10 or more schools as a substitute teacher.

Assistant Director

Infant Welfare Society of Evanston
09.2018 - 08.2019
  • Created a welcoming environment for teachers and families by designing inclusive spaces that foster collaboration and learning opportunities.
  • Managed human resource goals by recruiting, training, coaching and disciplining employees.
  • Maintained and updated project related documents.
  • Developed and maintained standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency in staff performance and continuity of services provided.
  • Supported the Program Director in overseeing daily operations, ensuring timely completion of tasks and meeting project deadlines.

Assistant Director

Children's Learning Place
01.2018 - 07.2018
  • Oversaw recruitment, hiring, and onboarding process for new educators to maintain high-quality teaching staff.
  • Mentored new teachers through observation, feedback, and professional development opportunities.
  • Fostered a positive school culture by promoting open communication among staff members and celebrating successes together as a team.

Parent Educator

The Women's Treatment Center
04.2015 - 12.2017
  • Established strong partnerships with community organizations such as schools, healthcare providers, social service agencies, and cultural institutions to enhance resources available for clients.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessment results, and service referrals to ensure continuity of care across providers.
  • Strengthened families by conducting home visits, addressing concerns, and connecting them with appropriate community resources.
  • Conducted informative workshops on topics such as nutrition, child development milestones, stress management techniques for parents seeking additional support or knowledge in specific areas.

Practicum Teacher

NIU Child Development Lab
08.2012 - 12.2012
    • Built strong relationships with parents through ongoing communication about student progress and areas for growth.
    • Increased student engagement by fostering a supportive and inclusive classroom atmosphere where all voices were valued.
    • Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning environment for all students.

Student Volunteer

Children Learning Center
06.2012 - 08.2012
  • Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
  • Kept case files updated, accurate and aligned with requirements.
  • Took and followed detailed directions from others.

Education

Master in Business Administration -

National Louis University
Chicago, IL
11.2020

Master in Education - Early Childhood Administration

National Louis University
Chicago, IL
11.2017

Bachelor of Science in Family and Child Studies - Child Development

Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, IL
12.2012

Timeline

Assistant Director

Kidwatch Plus
02.2022 - 02.2023

Substitute

Childcare Careers
08.2021 - 02.2022

Nanny

NorthShore Nannies
08.2019 - Current

Assistant Director

Infant Welfare Society of Evanston
09.2018 - 08.2019

Assistant Director

Children's Learning Place
01.2018 - 07.2018

Parent Educator

The Women's Treatment Center
04.2015 - 12.2017

Practicum Teacher

NIU Child Development Lab
08.2012 - 12.2012

Student Volunteer

Children Learning Center
06.2012 - 08.2012

Master in Business Administration -

National Louis University

Master in Education - Early Childhood Administration

National Louis University

Bachelor of Science in Family and Child Studies - Child Development

Northern Illinois University

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