Dynamic leader with extensive experience excelling in child development and collaborative leadership. Proven track record in fostering community partnerships and implementing effective policy development. Adept at managing programs that enhance student’s socio-emotional growth and academic progress, ensuring compliance with safety regulations while driving organizational success.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Director
Rise Richmond
Richmond, VA
10.2023 - Current
Constructed and maintained the annual budget.
Built relationships with external partners, vendors, and customers in order to foster collaboration.
Collaborated with executive leadership team to develop long-term objectives that would drive success.
Assessed current organizational systems and infrastructure, recommending changes as needed.
Facilitated meetings between internal teams to ensure alignment on initiatives.
Conducted evaluations of facility operations, team performance, and business policies to standardize activities.
Maintained records of attendance, grades, and other relevant data on students enrolled in the after-school program.
Participated in youth centered professional development opportunities
Supervised staff in the implementation of daily activities for children in the after-school program.
Established partnerships with local businesses and community organizations to provide additional resources or services for students enrolled in the after-school program.
Program Manager
Church Hill Activities & Tutoring
Richmond, VA
09.2021 - 10.2023
Organized special events such as holiday parties or end-of-year celebrations.
Implemented behavioral management strategies when necessary to ensure an orderly learning environment.
Ensured compliance with all safety regulations and guidelines.
Cultivated relationships with parents and guardians by providing regular feedback on their children's progress in the program.
Provided guidance on social development skills such as problem solving, conflict resolution, and communication.
Assisted students with homework assignments, providing guidance and support as needed.
Developed and implemented after-school program activities that promoted physical, emotional, and social development of students.
Scheduled field trips and special events as part of the after-school programming.
Head Start Lead Teacher
Friends Association for Children
Richmond, VA
10.2018 - 09.2021
Implementing programs and lesson plans at the federal and state levels based on their compliance (e.g. VDOE and YPQI)
Maintained records of attendance, grades, health concerns, and other relevant information about the children in my care.
Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and socio-emotionall development of preschool students.
Education
AS - Education
J Sargeant Reynolds
Richmond
08-2026
AAS - Early Childhood Education
J Sargeant Reynolds
Richmond, VA
12-2025
Advanced HS Diploma -
Richmond Community High School
Richmond
06.2014
Skills
Child development
Lesson planning
Event coordination
Community partnerships
Behavior management
Safety compliance
Policy development
Collaborative leadership
Risk management
Non-profit management
Certification
CPR/AED/First Aid (2025)
MAT Certified (2025)
Early Childhood Education CSC
Certificate in Early Childhood Development
Career Studies Certificate in Early Childhood Education-Advanced