TRACY BURKS-CARTER
Desoto
Summary
Results-driven business owner with a forward-thinking approach focused on achieving company success and driving competitive growth. Proven track record of building and leading successful teams, as well as effectively managing profitable operations. Adept at identifying and capitalizing on market opportunities to drive revenue growth and enhance overall business performance. Committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences and maintaining strong relationships with parents.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Executive Officer
Kidz Are People Too Corporate Office
04.2023 - Current
- Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Reviewed individual department performance and worked with leadership to improve processes, procedures, and practices.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Implemented strong hiring and training techniques to promote team cohesiveness and streamline overall workflow.
- Coached and guided center directors to improve employee job satisfaction and achieve higher performance levels.
Daycare Owner
Kidz are People Too Early Childhood of Arlington
01.2020 - Current
- Consulted, designed and opened a new childcare center including all hiring and training
- Established center policies, communicated and manage 16 staff and 87 families and 178 students
- Maintained all records and met all licensing requirements including budget payroll
- Implemented and used to gold in every classroom to evaluate children's portfolios to achieve the rating
- Hired, supervised, trained and mentored staff to ensure high-quality care and education in all classrooms including actions plans and classroom monitoring of lesson plans
- Communicated with families and engaged them in school activities and training
- Developed monthly age-appropriate curriculum and lesson plans for center
- Ensuring children have a safe, happy and educational environment
- Keep an eye on the facility being mindful of any repairs or hazards that may develop
- A daily report is given to parents either at pickup and drop off
- Ensure clear communication between parents and staff
Daycare Owner / Director
Kidz are People Too Early Childhood Academy
01.2020 - Current
- Consulted, designed and opened a new childcare center including all hiring and training
- Established center policies, communicated and manage 16 staff and 87 families and 178 students
- Maintained all records and met all licensing requirements including budget payroll
- Implemented and used to gold in every classroom to evaluate children's portfolios to achieve the rating
- Hired, supervised, trained and mentored staff to ensure high-quality care and education in all classrooms including actions plans and classroom monitoring of lesson plans
- Communicated with families and engaged them in school activities and training
- Developed monthly age-appropriate curriculum and lesson plans for center
- Ensuring children have a safe, happy and educational environment
- Keep an eye on the facility being mindful of any repairs or hazards that may develop
- A daily report is given to parents either at pickup and drop off
- Ensure clear communication between parents and staff
Daycare Owner
A Heart to Give Early Childhood Center
01.2017 - Current
- Consulted, designed and opened a new childcare center including all hiring and training
- Established center policies and communicated them to 15 staff and 87 families
- Maintained all records and met all licensing requirements including budget payroll
- Implemented and used to gold in every classroom to evaluate children's portfolios to achieve the rating
- Hired, supervised, trained and mentored staff to ensure high-quality care and education in all classrooms including actions plans and classroom monitoring of lesson plans
- Communicated with families and engaged them in school activities and training
- Developed monthly age-appropriate curriculum and lesson plans for center
Daycare Assistant Director
First Step Learning Center
01.2014 - 01.2017
- As a daycare Asst Director, I take great pride in overseeing the operation of the daycare facility
- Ensuring children have a safe, happy and educational environment
- Work one-on-one with the 2-4-year-old group throughout the day to provide enrichment and lessons
- Managed a staff of 12 and create curriculum for 102 students
- Keep an eye on the facility being mindful of any repairs or hazards that may develop
- A daily report is given to parents either at pickup and drop off
- Ensure clear communication between parents and staff
Daycare Assistant Director
St. John Learner's Academy
01.2012 - 01.2017
- Overseeing day to day operations of the daycare facility
- Ensuring the safety of the children
- Provide enrichment and lessons
- Assist in managing a staff of 5 and create curriculum for 50 students
- A daily report is given to parents either at pickup and drop off
- Ensure clear communication between parents and staff
Education
Childhood Education -
Eastfield Community College
06.2019
High School - undefined
Hillcrest High School
01.1988
Skills
- Classroom Teaching Experience
- Education Director Experience
- Compliance
- Consulting
- Business start up
- Productivity performance
- Human resources management
- Budget planning
- Marketing
- Staff management
- Operating budgets
- Policy development
Best Learning Center of the year for 2023 and 2024 in the city of Arlington, Desoto and Duncanville
Based on parent reviews my learning centers were recognized by the city and Trusted Care, Inc.
Timeline
Chief Executive Officer
Kidz Are People Too Corporate Office
04.2023 - Current
Daycare Owner
Kidz are People Too Early Childhood of Arlington
01.2020 - Current
Daycare Owner / Director
Kidz are People Too Early Childhood Academy
01.2020 - Current
Daycare Owner
A Heart to Give Early Childhood Center
01.2017 - Current
Daycare Assistant Director
First Step Learning Center
01.2014 - 01.2017
Daycare Assistant Director
St. John Learner's Academy
01.2012 - 01.2017
High School - undefined
Hillcrest High School
Childhood Education -
Eastfield Community College
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