Tara Criss Wicker
Bells,TN
Summary
Accomplished Preschool Director with over 10 years of teaching and leadership experience. Developed and managed innovative curricula and activities, enhancing educational outcomes through effective operational strategies and financial oversight. Fostered team collaboration and project success through strong communication, problem-solving skills, and adaptability.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
Medina Learning Academy
07.2024 - Current
- Director of a team of 10 teachers, providing a high-quality preschool education to students.
- Implementing a comprehensive preschool curriculum focused on early childhood development and learning.
- Managed teacher training and certification processes to enhance staff qualifications and effectiveness.
- Established relationships with families and staff to foster a safe and healthy learning environment.
- Managed daily business operations and human resources transactions, ensuring accurate banking and payroll operations.
Assistant Director/Preschool Teacher
Alamo Learning Academy
07.2021 - Current
- Assistant Director to a team of 15 teachers, providing a high-quality preschool education to students.
- Wrote and secured grants for special needs integration, improving educational access for all students.
- Oversaw daily operations in the absence of the Director.
- Managed teacher training and certification processes, fostering professional development and compliance.
- Conducted teacher training sessions to enhance instructional skills and certification process.
Operations Manager
Jackson Pride Commercial and Residential Cleaning
Jackson, Tennessee
08.2018 - 07.2021
- Managed 8 cleaning crews daily, ensuring efficient operations and high service standards.
- Provided quotes for services to homeowners and businesses.
- Monitored compliance with safety regulations and maintained a safe work environment for all personnel.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided constructive feedback regularly.
- Trained new staff on cleaning protocols and safety procedures.
- Quality Control- Identified quality problems and provided solutions.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction remains at optimal levels.
- Monitored quality to maintain high service standards. - Identified quality problems and provided solutions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Crockett County High School
Bachelors of Arts - History
Union University
Bachelors of Science - Economics
Union University
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Staff development
- Project management
- Budget management
- Operations management
- Compliance management
- Hiring and retention
- Team management
- Task delegation
- Leadership
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
- Written and verbal communication
- Team building
- Strategies and goals
Timeline
Director
Medina Learning Academy
07.2024 - Current
Assistant Director/Preschool Teacher
Alamo Learning Academy
07.2021 - Current
Operations Manager
Jackson Pride Commercial and Residential Cleaning
08.2018 - 07.2021
High School Diploma -
Crockett County High School
Bachelors of Arts - History
Union University
Bachelors of Science - Economics
Union University