Tabatha Mello
Peabody,MA
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in program administration. Adept at managing multiple projects simultaneously and known for improving operational workflows. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, with excellent problem-solving skills and adaptability.
Experienced with program management, coordination, and execution. Utilizes strategic planning and resource allocation to ensure project success. Track record of fostering team collaboration and maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Administrator
Pathways For Children (Head Start)
08.2012 - Current
- Managed program budgets to ensure financial compliance and resource allocation.
- Coordinated cross-departmental communication to enhance project collaboration and efficiency.
- Developed training materials to support staff onboarding and operational procedures.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows and reduced administrative delays.
- Led initiatives to assess program performance, identifying areas for enhancement and optimization.
- Oversaw scheduling and logistics for multiple concurrent projects, ensuring timely delivery of services.
- Evaluated vendor contracts to negotiate favorable terms aligned with organizational goals.
- Developed and maintained a comprehensive database of program participants, helping to track progress and ensure appropriate follow-up actions were taken as needed.
- Managed budget allocations effectively, ensuring optimal use of resources and timely delivery of services.
- Mentored junior staff members by sharing knowledge and insights gained through years of experience in the field, fostering a supportive work environment conducive to professional growth.
- Collaborated with external partners such as vendors or consultants as needed to execute projects efficiently within specified timelines successfully.
- Maintained accurate records of program activities, using data-driven analyses to inform future planning and decisionmaking.
- Coordinated events with precision, overseeing logistics, registration, catering arrangements, and other critical details to ensure successful outcomes.
- Facilitated smooth communication between stakeholders by serving as a liaison between departments, promoting collaboration and information sharing.
- Developed strategic plans for program growth, identifying key areas for expansion and improvement based on industry trends and stakeholder feedback.
- Streamlined program processes by implementing efficient administrative procedures, resulting in improved workflow and resource allocation.
- Organized training sessions for staff members involved in the administration of programs to develop their skills further and enhance overall team performance.
- Piloted innovative solutions by researching best practices in the field that could be applied within the context of specific programs managed.
- Maintained and updated project related documents.
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
- Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
- Coordinated budgeting, scheduling and resource allocation to facilitate smooth flow of operations.
- Developed and implemented program evaluation systems to assess program impact.
- Coordinated office events, seminars and meetings for staff and clients.
Lead Teacher/Site Manager
North Shore Head Start
01.1999 - Current
- Planning and implementing developing appropriate curriculum for children ages 2.9-5 years of age.
- Documenting experiences on a daily basis of the children.
- Supervising assistant teacher and encouraging furthering education.
- Maintaining professional and supporting relationships with parents.
- Attending numerous trainings and workshops.
- Daily Duties as Site Manager.
- Daily classroom checks for any safety hazards and issues.
- Daily scheduling of teachers and assistants/scheduling subs as needed due to staff absences.
- Ordering of supplies for classroom and workshops as needed.
- In constant contact with Daily operations coordinator to ensure that building is maintained and kept up to standards and that building is up to code.
- Work closely with education coordinator on a daily basis to ensure that all teachers are up to date with assessments and deadlines and also help to supervise staff on a daily basis.
- Implementing fire drills on a monthly basis for 9 classes.
- Implementing and updating info changes(Data Entry Clerk) in the Computer. Also that info changes are current and up to date in Child Plus and that they are received in a timely manner to the appropriate staff.
- Do parent and staff monthly newsletters with all upcoming activities.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curricula aligned with early childhood education standards.
- Collaborated with families to support children's developmental progress through active communication and engagement.
Mentor/Lead Teacher
Catholic Charities
01.1996 - 01.1999
- Planning and implantation of developmentally appropriate program experiences for children.
- Maintained visual and auditory supervision of small groups and individuals to monitor and manage.
- Documented and communicated observed behaviors and situations to Director and program manager.
- Assisted in the outline of daily general activities for the center.
- Supervised over 30 children representing diverse economic, ethnic, religious and racial groups.
- Proactively developed relationships with parents and children to meet their current emotional and educational needs.
- Provide good quality, early childhood care and education to promote children's total growth and support working families.
- Organized fundraisers, field trips and meetings for the center.
Education
Certificate -
Commonwealth of Massachusetts: Office of Child care Services
MA, USASupervisor Administrator/ECE Program - undefined
North Shore Community College
MA, USAAssociates in Science - Early Childhood
North Shore Community College
MA, USABachelors - Human Development, Liberal Studies
Lesley University
01.2012
Skills
- Recruitment and hiring
- Recruitment and hiring
- Recruitment and hiring
- Recruitment and hiring
- Recruitment and hiring
- Recruitment and hiring
- Recruitment and hiring
- Recruitment and hiring
- Recruitment and hiring
- Recruitment and hiring
- Recruitment and hiring
- Recruitment and hiring
- Recruitment and hiring
- Recruitment and hiring
- Recruitment and hiring
- Recruitment and hiring
- Recruitment and hiring
- Recruitment and hiring
- Recruitment and hiring
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 30+ staff members.
Certification
- Director II Qualified, 9505873
- American Red Cross certified/Adult and Child CPR
Languages
Fluent in Spanish
Timeline
Program Administrator
Pathways For Children (Head Start)
08.2012 - Current
Lead Teacher/Site Manager
North Shore Head Start
01.1999 - Current
Mentor/Lead Teacher
Catholic Charities
01.1996 - 01.1999
Supervisor Administrator/ECE Program - undefined
North Shore Community College
Associates in Science - Early Childhood
North Shore Community College
Bachelors - Human Development, Liberal Studies
Lesley University
Certificate -
Commonwealth of Massachusetts: Office of Child care Services
Trainings Workshops
Attended numerous trainings and workshops. Available upon Request