Whitney Carr
Crownsville,MD
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable Center Director with expertise in developing and managing high-quality programs. Proven ability to cultivate a positive, supportive atmosphere that promotes staff retention, and maintains high standards of operational efficiency. Seeking to apply leadership and HR skills in a new and challenging industry.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Preschool Center Director
Bright Beginning Children's Learning Center
Crownsville, Maryland
11.2012 - Current
- Managed daily operations of a high quality, early childhood center.
- Maintained a safe, secure and healthy environment for all children, employees and families.
- Hired and trained staff on all center policies, procedures, and state regulations. The ability to retain staff for multiple years.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations and licensing requirements per Maryland COMAR.
- Coordinated events and activities to promote family engagement and fundraisers. Created flyers and brochures for marketing.
- Monitored and stayed within budget for optimal program function.
- Fostered a positive environment for staff, children, and families.
- Prepared staff work schedules, assigned, and delegated team members to specific duties. Provide professional development opportunities.
- Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss center objectives and goals.
- Created and managed plans for emergencies, security, natural disasters and medical incidents.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
Anne Arundel Community College
Arnold, MD12-2008
Skills
- Effective interpersonal communication
- Staff recruitment and retention
- Regulatory compliance
- Budget management
- Program evaluation
- Staff training and mentoring
- Positive guidance using psychology
- Human resources
- Team leadership and development
Certification
Notary Public- State of Maryland-EXP 2029
Timeline
Preschool Center Director
Bright Beginning Children's Learning Center
11.2012 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
Anne Arundel Community College