Tanya Watson
Titusville
Summary
Visionary Executive Director with extensive leadership in early childhood education and faith-based program administration. Known for fostering high-performing teams and aligning operations with mission-driven outcomes, while cultivating strong relationships with families, staff, and the community. Committed to driving strategic growth and operational excellence.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool and Toddler Director
IRCCA – Home of The Kids' Place
Titusville
06.2014 - Current
- Provide executive-level leadership for a faith-based early childhood organization, aligning daily operations with mission, vision, and long-term strategic goals.
- Serve as a spiritual leader and cultural anchor, modeling Christ-centered values and guiding staff, families, and children through faith-based principles and mentorship.
- Lead, develop, and retain a high-performing team through coaching, performance management, and intentional leadership development.
- Strengthened organizational culture through collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Oversaw program quality, achieving excellence in curriculum implementation and positive child development outcomes while enhancing family satisfaction.
- Direct policy development and regulatory compliance, maintaining operational integrity and organizational accountability.
- Built and sustained strong relationships with families and the community, enhancing trust and engagement in the program.
- Drive operational efficiency and decision-making through structured processes, data-informed insights, and team alignment.
Lead Preschool Teacher
IRCCA – Home of The Kids' Place
Titusville
07.2001 - 06.2014
- Established leadership foundation by creating Christ-centered classroom environment fostering faith, integrity, compassion.
- Built strong partnerships with families, integrating academic support with faith-based guidance to support whole-child development.
- Designed and implemented instructional strategies that increased student engagement and supported diverse learning needs.
- Promoted spiritual, social-emotional, academic growth through intentional programming and daily interactions that supported holistic development.
- Mentored and developed new educators, enhancing staff effectiveness and improving program quality.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Florida Gateway College
Lake City, FLSkills
- Child Development Leadership
- Parent Engagement Strategies
- Program Oversight
- Operational Leadership
- Performance Management
- Strategic execution
- Team Development
- Organizational Growth
- Policy compliance
- Culture & Engagement
- Communication & Conflict Resolution
Executive Differentiators
- Faith-centered leader who thoughtfully integrates mission and values into daily operations and team culture.
- Committed to building supportive, collaborative teams where individuals feel valued, encouraged, and empowered.
- Known for leading with integrity, consistency, and a relational approach that fosters trust and connection.
- Passionate about developing others, supporting families, and creating a meaningful, lasting impact through service.
Leadership Profile
Visionary and faith-driven Executive Director with 20+ years of progressive leadership experience in early childhood education and faith-based program administration. Proven track record of strengthening organizational culture, developing high-performing teams, and aligning operations with mission-driven outcomes. Recognized for leading with integrity, cultivating Christ-centered environments, and building strong relationships with families, staff, and the community. Adept at driving strategic growth, operational excellence, and long-term organizational sustainability.
Timeline
Preschool and Toddler Director
IRCCA – Home of The Kids' Place
06.2014 - Current
Lead Preschool Teacher
IRCCA – Home of The Kids' Place
07.2001 - 06.2014
Bachelor of Science - Education
Florida Gateway College