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Zawaria Ghani

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Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Learn & Grow Academy, enhancing educational programs and driving operational excellence. Excelled in staff development and facility management, demonstrating exceptional relationship-building and program promotion skills. Achieved significant improvements in compliance and curriculum quality, leveraging computer skills and teamwork to exceed goals. Background includes managing teams of childcare professionals focused on caring for kids Infants to school age. Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills and ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Center Director & Head of Finance

Learn & Grow Academy
05.2014 - 05.2024
  • Promoted positive company image and established reputation as provider of choice for educational programs in greater community by providing high-quality care and education for young children, managing staff, and ensured compliance with licensing regulations,
  • Created and cultivated positive relationships with families, staff, children, state licensing authorities, community contacts, and corporate partners
  • Ensured the safety and well-being of all children by implementing and enforcing accurate and up to date health and safety protocols, emergency procedures, and sanitation standards by staying in compliance and accreditation with all federal, state and local regulations. This also includes assured consistent compliance with all Texas DFPS Minimum Standards, including maintenance of annual fire, health, and other inspections.
  • Oversaw all aspects of daily operations, including staffing, scheduling, program implementation, touring facility for new enrollment, and admissions (enrollment procedures). Completed all required paperwork and record-keeping accurately and timely in compliance with state and federal regulations.
  • Hired, engaged, supervised, developed and supported a team of educators to be passionate and committed professionals by providing guidance and professional development opportunities. Worked to ensure that staff is effectively trained on curriculum and established early childhood principles.
  • Collaborated with community organizations to enhance the center's programs and services.
  • Attended professional development seminars to maintain an understanding of the current best practices of curriculum and administrative functions of child development programs.
  • Developed and implement age-appropriate curriculum and activities that promoted social, emotional, cognitive and physical development of children.
  • Organized special events for parents such as open houses and workshops to showcase center achievements while engaging parents in their children's education.
  • Communicated regularly, effectively and efficiently with parents informing their child's progress, addressing concerns, and fostering positive relationships.
  • Integrated technology within the center's program and curriculum enhancing instructional quality and student engagement.
  • Implemented marketing strategies to promote the facility and attract new families by ensuring that the program is cost effective, and funds are managed prudently.
  • Managed the center's budget and financial operations by ensuring responsibilities, including monitoring expenses, maximizing revenue, and seeking opportunities for funding or grants
  • Reviewed and validated monthly invoices from vendors, ensuring billing accuracy and adherence to payment terms.
  • Oversaw all sides of accounting operations, including payables, receivables, and payroll.
  • Demonstrated a deep understanding of and adherence to the organization's values, policies, guidelines, and best practices throughout all operations.
  • Consistently complied to the yearly budget on a monthly basis, contributing to cost savings that could be reallocated for strategic organizational goals.
  • Reviewed the costs and expenses by restructuring the budget to help increase business efficiency and bring costs down, which in turn helped grow the facility.
  • Reviewed the costs and expenses by restructuring the budget to help increase business efficiency and bring costs down.
  • Ability to handle an ever-changing, fast-paced work environment while maintaining a positive attitude.


Lead Teacher

AVANCE Head-start
01.2012 - 05.2014

· Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.

· Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.

· Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.

· Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.

· Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.

· Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.

· Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.

· Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.

· Actively promoted school readiness and sets appropriate goals that address the social-emotional, cognitive, language/literacy, perceptual motor and physical development, and approaches to learning.

· Developed individual learning goals and provide ongoing assessment of the developmental process.

· Implemented strategies that include positive reinforcement, active supervision, and parent and/or family engagement.

· Created small group instruction along with created learning centers to coordinate with themes.

· Maintained weekly records of children’s learning strengths.

· Created lessons plans that are child directed.

· Participated in home visits to update parents of their child's progress.

Teacher

Kids R Kids Learning Academy
08.2008 - 12.2011
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group activities and hands-on activities.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education

University of Houston - Downtown
Houston, TX
12.2011

Skills

  • Program Promotion
  • Training and Mentoring
  • Space organization
  • Parent Communication
  • Training and Coaching
  • Team Development
  • Classroom Supervision
  • Student Assessment
  • Facility Management
  • Emergency Response
  • Staff evaluations
  • Recordkeeping requirements
  • Program Management
  • Licensing Requirements
  • Emergency First Aid
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Customer Service
  • Team Leadership
  • Decision-Making
  • Relationship Building
  • Staff Training/Development
  • Staff Management
  • Business Leadership
  • Payroll Administration and Timekeeping
  • Computer Skills

Timeline

Center Director & Head of Finance

Learn & Grow Academy
05.2014 - 05.2024

Lead Teacher

AVANCE Head-start
01.2012 - 05.2014

Teacher

Kids R Kids Learning Academy
08.2008 - 12.2011

Bachelor of Arts - Education

University of Houston - Downtown
Zawaria Ghani