Wendy M. Filkorn
BrightPath
Boston,NY
27
years of professional experience
Results-driven leader with strong background in strategic management and organizational growth. Skilled in developing and implementing effective business strategies, optimizing processes, and driving team performance. Known for adaptability, effective collaboration, and delivering measurable outcomes in dynamic environments. Strong communication and problem-solving abilities, coupled with focus on fostering productive and positive team culture.
Work History
Director
5 Years 2 Months- Responsible for the daily operations of the Center.
- Ensure a safe and educational environment for the children.
- Ensure adherence to all regulations required by the Office of Children and Family Services.
- Proficient with Microsoft Word and ProCare.
- Manage the bookkeeping with the assistance of computer software.
- Responsible for providing tours and marketing the Center.
- Manage teaching staff of 15
- Continuous monitoring, examination, evaluation of the curriculum that the teachers provide to children.
- Communicate effectively with parents and staff.
- Uphold the Center’s reputation for providing excellent child care.
Director
21 Years 2 Months- Responsible for all administrative functions of operating the child care center including hiring, training, evaluating and scheduling employees.
- Supervise the development and execution of developmentally appropriate lesson plans.
- Handle customer service to over 100 families.
- Responsible for giving tours and marketing of the Center.
- Negotiate and administer financial contracts with over 125 families currently.
- Ensure adherence to all regulations required by the Office of Children and Family Services.
- Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and QuickBooks
- Thrive in a team environment and work well with others.
- Support State Audits
- Established and maintained Vendor Contacts for the Center.
- Coordinated with and supported multiple sites.
Director
4 Months- Responsible for the supervision of developmentally appropriate lesson plans for six Classrooms, for student’s ages 6 weeks old through Kindergarten.
- Managed all aspects of Human Resources including hiring, training, evaluating and scheduling for all employees.
- Provided customer service for all families (120 children).
- Managed the bookkeeping with the assistance of computer software
- Aided in the transition in converting individual classrooms to N.A.E.Y.C. standards.
- Participated in local job fairs to recruit future potential employees.
- Overall supervision of children and staff.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education/Early Childhood
Skills
Relationship building
Verbal and written communication
People management
Operations management
Staff management
Timeline
Director
BrightPath
08.2021 - CurrentRead More
Director
BRIERWOOD CHILD CARE CENTER
06.2000 - 08.2021Read More
Director
MULBERRY CHILD CARE & PRESCHOOL
01.2000 - 05.2000Read More
State University College At Buffalo
Bachelor of Science from Elementary Education/Early Childhood
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