Robin Cook
Claremore,OK
Summary
At SafeHaven Child Development Center, I enhanced collaboration and fostered a positive culture as Assistant Director, streamlining communication and leading innovative program development. My strategic planning and problem-solving skills significantly improved staff cohesion and student retention. Expert in staff management and customer service, I thrive in dynamic environments, ensuring preparedness and high-quality education standards.
Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director
SafeHaven Child Development Center
05.2024 - Current
- Streamlined communication between teachers, parents, and administrators to foster a collaborative learning environment.
- Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding process for new educators to maintain a high-quality teaching staff.
- Implemented effective conflict resolution strategies for resolving issues among faculty members or between students.
- Mentored new teachers through observation, feedback, and professional development opportunities.
- Conducted regular safety drills to ensure preparedness in case of emergency situations at school premises.
- Fostered a positive school culture by promoting open communication among staff members and celebrating successes together as a team.
- Assisted the Director in developing innovative programs to improve students'' academic performance and retention rate.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
Curriculum Coordinator
Safehaven Child Devlopment Center
09.2020 - 03.2024
- Creating lesson plans
- Helping teachers implement the curriculum and new teaching practices
- Planning field trip
- Special parent events
Early Childhood Educator
A Child's World Daycare
05.2002 - 09.2019
- Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Boosted children''s social skills development through group projects and collaborative games.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
Education
Directors of Completion - Early Childhood Education
Tulsa Community College
Tulsa, OK12-2023
Certificate of Mastery - Early Childhood Education
Tulsa Community College
Tulsa, OK05-2023
CDA Certificate - Child Development
Ashworth College
Norcross, GA07-2020
Skills
- Staff management
- Creative direction
- Strategic planning
- Organizational skills
- Problem-solving
- Computer skills
- Customer service
Timeline
Assistant Director
SafeHaven Child Development Center
05.2024 - Current
Curriculum Coordinator
Safehaven Child Devlopment Center
09.2020 - 03.2024
Early Childhood Educator
A Child's World Daycare
05.2002 - 09.2019
Directors of Completion - Early Childhood Education
Tulsa Community College
Certificate of Mastery - Early Childhood Education
Tulsa Community College
CDA Certificate - Child Development
Ashworth College
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