Results-driven leader with over 15 years in educational and operational management. Expertise in budget management and data analysis to inform decision-making, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration among teams.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director
Raytown Quality Schools
Raytown, MO
08.2011 - Current
Lead strategic initiatives to enhance student engagement and academic performance across the district.
Successfully upgraded programming by implementing intentional social and emotional enrichment daily in before school programming.
Analyze data trends to inform decision-making and improve educational outcomes for the whole child and programming.
Manage budget allocations effectively, ensuring optimal resource distribution for before and after school care programs.
Optimize staff performance by designing comprehensive training programs tailored to individual needs.
Proactively identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on before and after school care operations.
Transform organizational culture to embrace continuous improvement, leading by example and mentoring teams.
Improve team morale and productivity by implementing comprehensive professional development critical for high quality before and after school care programming.
Maintain positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions according to policy.
Maintain professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers and staff.
Evaluate employee performance and convey constructive feedback to improve skills.
Open and close location and monitor shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies in before and after school.
Recruit, interview and, hire employees while implementing mentoring programs to promote positive feedback and engagement.
Oversee curriculum development, aligning it with state standards and best practices in before and after school care education.
Facilitate communication between administration, faculty, and families to promote transparency and collaboration.
Enhance team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations. In addition, establish a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
Well versed in Missouri State Standards for before and afterschool care, Missouri school law, ADA, Compliance according to Title IX, and Human Resource practices.
Director of Operations
Negro Leagues Baseball Musuem
Kansas City, MO
05.2000 - 06.2006
Directed operational strategies to enhance visitor engagement and optimize museum experiences.
Managed cross-functional teams to streamline daily operations and improve efficiency.
Developed and implemented policies ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.
Oversaw budget allocation, monitoring expenditures, and maximizing resource utilization.
Personal Assistant to the late John "Buck" O'Neil
Created Black History programming for the President of the United States in 2006.