Petagaye Morris
Hamden,CT
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Effective at creating and optimizing training programs for new, professional, supervisory and management positions. Excellent communicator, multitasker and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Training Director
CFA North Haven
North Haven
10.2020 - Current
- Led the development and execution of a strategic plan, resulting in the establishment of effective short-term and long-term training initiatives.
- Sustained HR compliance standards for more than 100 team members.
- Provided ongoing support and guidance for team members' professional growth.
- Assisted in the execution of personnel tasks encompassing interviewing, selection, training, evaluation and compliance of Unit Policy Handbook.
- Partnered with Owner/Operator and directors in identifying and fostering emerging leaders, operational talent within entry to mid-level leadership ranks.
- Implemented the HEARD Method to address and resolve customer issues.
- Drove efficient cash management system by directing accounting processes and ensuring compliance with regulations.
Site Director
Alliance for Community Empowerment (Former ABCD, Inc)
11.2019 - 08.2020
- Oversaw workplace activities to guarantee operational efficiency and regulatory compliance.
- Ensured adequate staffing by coordinating employee schedules.
- Organized and facilitated various training sessions for educators.
- Successfully managed department budget while ensuring adherence and maintenance.
- Supervised the monitoring of project advancement, consistently upholding predetermined benchmarks.
- Taking immediate action to address and report safety concerns.
- Supported parent involvement and engagement.
Education Coordinator
Long Ridge Road Child Development
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Successfully managed and supervised staff members and children across multiple age ranges, including infants, toddlers, preschoolers, PreK and school-age.
- Oversaw the recruitment process by leading the interview and selection of new team members.
- Assisted teachers by providing mentorship, coaching, and training on effective goal setting and implementation during regular individual and team meetings.
- Assessing the job performance of colleagues via comprehensive evaluations.
- Conducted training sessions to educate on mandatory documentation for supervision, health, and safety.
- Demonstrated my commitment to professionalism and teamwork through proactive, objective modeling.
Preschool Teacher/PreK Teacher
Bright Horizon Child Development
Stamford
01.2006 - 01.2015
- Monitored the progress of children's development through engaging activities that targeted both individual growth and collective achievements.
- Ensured ongoing communication with parents, delivering updates on their child's overall progress and development.
- Contributed to the preparation of a NAEYC accreditation classroom folder, guaranteeing that all classroom lessons and activities complied with accreditation standards.
- Scheduled and facilitated a variety of events and activities for parents, students, and staff like birthday parties, picnics,and potlucks.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
Point University
Atlanta, GA05-2025
Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood Education - Education
Ashford University
San Diego, CA04.2014
Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education - Education
Norwalk Technical Community College
Norwalk, CT05.2006
Skills
- Result-driven
- Detail-oriented
- Deeply committed professional with a wealth of leadership experience
- Creative, innovation, resourceful and strategic thinker
- Exceptional communicator
- Management Staff Collaboration
References
- Sarah Gaudiano, Owner and Operator, Chick-fil-A North Haven CT, 301-852-9696
- Sonia Brown, Teacher, Goddard School, Darien, CT, 203-391-4869
- Ingrid Norfleet, Director, Danbury Public School, Stratford, CT, 203-856-3154
Accomplishments
- Chick-fil-A Remarkable Future Scholarship
Certification
- Servsafe Certify
- Certified in Early Childhood, CPR, First Aid and Medication Administration.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Training Director
CFA North Haven
10.2020 - Current
Site Director
Alliance for Community Empowerment (Former ABCD, Inc)
11.2019 - 08.2020
Education Coordinator
Long Ridge Road Child Development
01.2016 - 01.2018
Preschool Teacher/PreK Teacher
Bright Horizon Child Development
01.2006 - 01.2015
MBA - Business Administration
Point University
Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood Education - Education
Ashford University
Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education - Education
Norwalk Technical Community College
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