TaraKy Booth
Birmingham,AL
Summary
Dynamic, customer-focused professional with over 20 years of leadership, relationship management, and administrative experience in fast-paced service environments. Expertise in building strong client relationships, leading high-performing teams, and delivering exceptional customer experiences while effectively solving problems. Recognized for a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to continuous learning, along with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse individuals and manage multiple priorities. Eager to leverage extensive skills in customer service and leadership as a member of your team, emphasizing professional growth and performance-based rewards.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director
GraceKids Child Development Center
07.2021 - Current
- Build positive relationships with families, staff, and community members by delivering exceptional customer service.
- Supervise and mentor a team of 20 employees while maintaining a collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Resolve questions and concerns professionally, ensuring a positive customer experience.
- Coordinate staff training and onboarding to improve performance and service quality.
- Manage confidential records and administrative documentation with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Plan fundraising and community engagement initiatives that strengthened organizational support.
- Balance multiple priorities while maintaining compliance with state regulations.
Day School Director
Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church
08.2014 - 07.2021
- Directed daily operations for programs serving more than 300 children and families while supervising 60 employees.
- Built lasting relationships with parents, community members, vendors, and staff through responsive communication and exceptional service.
- Recruited, coached, and developed employees to achieve organizational goals.
- Managed budgets and operational planning to maximize efficiency.
- Led the organization to achieve National Accreditation through teamwork, strategic planning, and continuous improvement.
- Conducted presentations, meetings, and training sessions to improve communication and employee engagement.
Day School Director
Saint Luke's Episcopal Church
06.2008 - 07.2014
- Managed daily operations while providing outstanding customer support to families and staff.
- Coordinated administrative functions including budgeting, record management, scheduling, and reporting.
- Built strong relationships with advisory board members and community stakeholders.
- Evaluated employee performance and coached staff to improve effectiveness and service quality.
Preschool Director
The Goddard School
12.2005 - 03.2008
- Led daily operations and supervised a team of 25 employees.
- Delivered exceptional customer service to families while ensuring high-quality educational programming.
- Recruited, hired, trained, and mentored staff.
- Maintained compliance with licensing and quality assurance standards.
Child Development Consultant
Childcare Resources
09.2003 - 07.2004
- Provided consultation and training to childcare providers across Alabama.
- Developed strong professional relationships with clients through coaching and technical assistance.
- Facilitated workshops and presentations for diverse audiences.
- Maintained detailed reports and documentation to support organizational objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Development & Family Studies
Auburn University
Auburn, AlabamaSkills
- Exceptional customer service
- Client relationship management
- Relationship Building
- Team Collaboration
- Communication Skills
- Active Listening
- Problem Resolution
- Sales Support
- Goal Achievement
- Leadership
- Coaching & Mentoring
- Training & Development
- Time Management
- Organization
- Adaptability
- Positive Attitude
- Fast Learner
- CRM & Database Management
- Administrative Support
- Database Management
- Scheduling
- Record Management
Accomplishments
- Achieved national accreditation
- Voted "Best Childcare in Vestavia" 2025 & 2026
- Outstanding customer service and satisfaction
- Rebuilt various programs and enhanced the quality of the program while under my leadership
- Re-wrote and revised policies and procedures
- Re-wrote and revised curriculum to accommodate vertical alignment goals
Certification
- Adult, Child & Infant CPR/First Aid
- Food Handlers Certified
- Medication Administration Training (MAT)
- Peer Mentor – Alabama Partnership for Licensed Faith-Based Preschools
- Former Board Member, Vestavia Hills City Schools Foundation
Timeline
Assistant Director
GraceKids Child Development Center
07.2021 - Current
Day School Director
Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church
08.2014 - 07.2021
Day School Director
Saint Luke's Episcopal Church
06.2008 - 07.2014
Preschool Director
The Goddard School
12.2005 - 03.2008
Child Development Consultant
Childcare Resources
09.2003 - 07.2004
Bachelor of Science - Human Development & Family Studies
Auburn University