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Sara Robinson

Tea,SD

Summary

Results-driven professional highly experienced in environments. Natural leader and operational problem-solver successful at maintaining budgets, overseeing staff and optimizing program operations. Effectively leverage interpersonal communication skills to develop long-lasting relationships.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director/Partner

Bloom & Grow Academy
Harrisburg , SD
2024.07 - 2024.07
  • obtained license by completing all state regulated inspections, including South dakota State Food program.
  • opened and designed building and classrooms for the success of the Center.
  • Wrote all policy and procedures, parents and employee handbooks along with emergency preparedness plans .
  • Reviewed internal reports and identified areas of risk or potential cost savings.
  • Developed policies and procedures to ensure compliance with SD licensing rules and regulations
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency.
  • Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations, policies and procedures.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with Staff and Parents by responding promptly to inquiries or complaints.
  • Served as a public spokesperson at industry events or conferences.
  • Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
  • Directed the organization's daily operations, ensuring compliance with SD state Licensing
  • Assessed employee performance against established benchmarks or targets.
  • Managed budgeting and financial planning processes for the organization.
  • Facilitated collaboration between teams by encouraging open communication channels.
  • Worked Closely with Sanford and State licensing agent for classroom readiness and staff readiness to achieve the highest quality of care and best classroom practices.

Director

Lil friends learning Center sioux falls and tea
Sioux Falls , SD
2020.03 - 2024.03

I started as the Infant toddler specialist for the center and moved into the director of the building in sioux falls sd.

I then designed and opened the Nursery center for them when they expanded into tea sd.

I completed all the same duties as i did at Bloom & Grow academy.

Infant Lead Teacher

Truks n Trykes Nursery center
Sioux Falls , SD
2020.07 - 2021.03
  • Coordinated professional development activities for teachers within the department.
  • Maintained an open line of communication with administrators regarding curriculum implementation and program initiatives.
  • Monitored classroom instruction on a regular basis through observation, feedback, and collaboration with teachers.
  • Served as a mentor for new teachers during their onboarding process.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve student learning outcomes.
  • Ensured compliance with state standards by incorporating them into lesson plans.
  • Utilized data-driven decision making processes to assess student progress, inform instruction, and monitor teaching effectiveness.

Nursing Floor Scheduler

Bethany luthern homes sf& brandon
Sioux Falls & Brandon , SD
2015.12 - 2020.01
  • Communicated schedule changes effectively throughout the organization when necessary.
  • Developed and maintained scheduling procedures to ensure timely completion of projects.
  • Assigned tasks to appropriate personnel based on their skill level and availability.
  • Ensured compliance with established policies and procedures related to scheduling activities.
  • Scheduled and confirmed appointments.
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.

Education

High School Diploma -

Trinity Christian School
Erickson Mb Canada
2003-05

Skills

  • Budget Control
  • Business Development
  • Business Administration
  • Business Planning
  • Project Coordination
  • Facilities Management
  • Hiring and Retention
  • Human Resources Management

Certification

  • CDA (Just have the assessment and final test to complete for certification all courses and certificates complete)
  • 4 years of management in a daycare setting
  • Early childhood 1 &2 complete though state of SD
  • Sd state Director 360 program
  • CPR certified
  • CACFP (South dakota state food program training (34 hours)

Timeline

Director/Partner

Bloom & Grow Academy
2024.07 - 2024.07

Infant Lead Teacher

Truks n Trykes Nursery center
2020.07 - 2021.03

Director

Lil friends learning Center sioux falls and tea
2020.03 - 2024.03

Nursing Floor Scheduler

Bethany luthern homes sf& brandon
2015.12 - 2020.01

High School Diploma -

Trinity Christian School
  • CDA (Just have the assessment and final test to complete for certification all courses and certificates complete)
  • 4 years of management in a daycare setting
  • Early childhood 1 &2 complete though state of SD
  • Sd state Director 360 program
  • CPR certified
  • CACFP (South dakota state food program training (34 hours)
Sara Robinson