Shelby O'Brien
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Goal-oriented professional with 10 years of experience directing enrichment activities, curriculum and caring for children in a licensed childcare facility. Oversees staff and operations to meet Texas licensing standards and contract requirements resulting in successful inspections and monitoring reviews. Cultivates safe and nurturing environment for children, families, and staff while maintaining profitability and business growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director
Primrose School Of NW Fort Worth
2023.07 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
- Monitored and coordinated workflows to optimize resources.
- Evaluated staff and offered guidance to enhance knowledge, skills, and professional development to optimize learning environment.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Recruited, selected, and retained high-quality staff to reduce turnover and foster stability.
- Managed program paperwork and employee records to comply with state requirements.
- Supervised and managed team of childcare professionals to guarantee highest standards of care.
- Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
- Resolved conflicts and administered corrective action to foster positive experience for children and staff.
Admissions Manager
Primrose School At Heritage
2017.11 - 2023.07
- Answered challenging enrollment questions and handled special student cases.
- Tracked student attendance and maintained billing plans.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Adhered to budgetary guidelines to set financial goals and maintain school profitability.
- Oversaw safety requirements and inspections to remain in compliance with state licensing.
- Supervised childcare workers and oversaw facility operations.
- Implemented school policies, procedures, and systems to promote safe and healthy environment in compliance with state standards.
Lead Teacher
Primrose School At Heritage
2015.02 - 2017.11
- Implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Communicated daily with parents about student activities.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
Lead Teacher
Little Bear Childcare Center
2013.09 - 2014.12
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Designed weekly lesson plans and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA08.2023
Skills
- Staff Management & Development
- Budget Control
- Critical Thinking
- Administrative Functions
- Regulatory Compliance
- Team Collaboration
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Problem Resolution
Certification
- Childcare Director's License
- First Aid/CPR Certified (Infant & Adult)
- City of Fort Worth Childcare Worker Permit
- Food Handlers License
Timeline
Director
Primrose School Of NW Fort Worth
2023.07 - Current
Admissions Manager
Primrose School At Heritage
2017.11 - 2023.07
Lead Teacher
Primrose School At Heritage
2015.02 - 2017.11
Lead Teacher
Little Bear Childcare Center
2013.09 - 2014.12
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Liberty University
- Childcare Director's License
- First Aid/CPR Certified (Infant & Adult)
- City of Fort Worth Childcare Worker Permit
- Food Handlers License
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