Takiya Powell
BAYONNE,NJ
Summary
Compassionate professional with background in child development and childcare administration known for reliability and efficient task completion. Specialize in curriculum development, staff training, and regulatory compliance to ensure optimal learning environments. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and leadership, leveraging these skills to foster collaborative and supportive settings for both children and potential educators.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childcare Director
Kiddie Corner Daycare Center
01.2022 - Current
- Managed a team of 7 staff members including but not limited to: scheduling, staff orientation and training, ensuring staff duties are carried out on a day to day basis, ensuring curriculmn is carried out by staff.
- Oversee 3 classrooms with a total of 35 children in the center
- Developed, implemented and monitored policies and procedures to ensure the safety of all children in care.
- Organized and supervised staff recruitment, training and performance management.
- Maintained accurate records of children's attendance, health information and developmental progress.
- Coordinated daily activities such as meals, rest periods, outdoor playtime and learning activities.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members or between staff and families.
- Created a safe, nurturing environment for children by providing appropriate supervision of their activities.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss strategies for improving quality of childcare services.
- Reviewed licensing regulations regularly to maintain compliance standards.
- Responsible for the collection and bookkeeping of children tuition
- Familiar with the childcare subsidy process and tracking of information (Urban League of Hudson County)
- Inspected facilities regularly to ensure cleanliness and safety requirements are met.
- Communicated with parents and fostered strong professional relationships.
- Monitored compliance with state, federal and company regulations, standards and requirements.
- Hired, mentored and monitored qualified childcare staff.
- Worked with parents and staff to improve student behavioral and learning issues with proactive approaches.
- Trained, managed and motivated employees to promote professional skill development.
- Monitored student progress and assisted students and teachers with resolving problems.
Head Teacher
Pee Wee Prep
02.2019 - 12.2021
- Responsible for creating the curriculum in coordinatization with coworkers
- Responsible for the well being of 20 children ages (2.5-4) as well as working to effectively help children achieve their developmental milestones
- Potty Training and diaper changing
- Responsible for touring, registration and enrolment process
- Responsible for tracking materials needed for the center (cleaning, and classroom)
- Formed relationships with parents to make sure developmental milestones were being achieved both in and out of the center
Direct Support Professional
United Cerebral Palsy
10.2015 - 10.2016
- Work in home with clients that have developmental disabilities
- Takes the client out of the home including going to the mall, movies, special outings, etc
- Assist and tutor client in their academics
- Worked with children at UCP pediatric center from ages 6 months to 6 years
Education
Bachelor’s - Psychology (Child And Adolescent Development)
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH11.2022
Associate - Psychology
Hudson County Community College
Jersey City, NJ02.2017
Skills
- Safety regulations compliance
- Curriculum Planning
- Staff Management
- Staff hiring
- Professional Demeanor
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Child Development
- Curriculum Development
- Organizational Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Written Communication
- Communication Skills
- Classroom Management
- Team building
- Staff Training
- Licensing Regulations
- Multitasking
- Decision-Making
- First Aid Certification
- Reliability
- CPR Certified
- Health and Safety Regulations
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Effective Communication
Certification
- Pediatric CPR and AED
- Grow NJ Iters 3
- Understanding Licensing
- Health and Safety Basics
- Medicine Administration
- Infant Food Program
- Several classes under NJCCIS
References
Available upon request.
Leadership Experience
I have demonstrated strong leadership skills in managing a team of staff and supervising daily operations. I have experience in providing guidance and support to staff, setting performance operations, providing feedback and addressing issues as they arise.
Timeline
Childcare Director
Kiddie Corner Daycare Center
01.2022 - Current
Head Teacher
Pee Wee Prep
02.2019 - 12.2021
Direct Support Professional
United Cerebral Palsy
10.2015 - 10.2016
- Pediatric CPR and AED
- Grow NJ Iters 3
- Understanding Licensing
- Health and Safety Basics
- Medicine Administration
- Infant Food Program
- Several classes under NJCCIS
Bachelor’s - Psychology (Child And Adolescent Development)
Southern New Hampshire University
Associate - Psychology
Hudson County Community College
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