Vicki Craig
1616 41 Street Ensley
Birmingham , Al 35208
Cell 205-441-1292
Vicki.Craig@yahoo.com
Objective
Eager to accept a full- time position that provides an opportunity to utilize my skills and experience in working with children and enhance the efficiency of the company as well as broaden my knowledge in the field.
Profile
Nearly 35 years of child care experience
10 years Academy Director experience
9 years Owner/Director experience
Goal-oriented individual with strong leadership capabilities.
Organized, highly motivated, and detail-directed problem solver.
Proven ability to work in unison with staff, management, and board of directors.
Education
CDA., Jefferson State Community College
A.A., Social Worker Technician, Lawson State Community College
Phi Beta Theta Honor Society
Relevant Experience & Accomplishments
Parent Relations
Establishes rapport with parents, conveying genuine interest and facilitating communication.
Resolves problems by proactive interaction with parents.
Ensure new parents are oriented to curriculum and educational objectives.
Evaluates School effectiveness as measured by formal and informal parental feedback and financial results.
Models appropriate behavior in stressful situations, gather factual data, communicates with all appropriate individuals, and takes appropriate and timely action; maintains confidentiality.
Promotes Center through community involvement; promoting a positive image of the curriculum and operational programs.
Respond appropriately to enrollment inquiries.
Management/Supervision
Recruits, select and retains quality Staff
Manages personnel policies, payroll, fringe benefits and leave policies.
Schedules Staff to meet operational needs and to comply with regulatory requirements.
Develops Staff through orientation and ongoing training.
Provides guidance and supervision for each employee by: Communicating clear expectation for performance. Supervising and monitoring Staff, providing coaching and counseling, terminating Staff when necessary.
Manages formal Staff evaluation process based onobersavation, regular communication and feedback.
Employment
Project Hopewell INC.
May 2018 – August 2018 – Summer Camp Director/ still employed
Project Hopewell Inc.
September 2014 August 2017 – Site Monitor
Monitor/Site Liaison.
Monitor over 60 After School and Summer USDA Feeding Program Sites.
Train Sites staff on the rules and regulations that are required by USDA.
Monitor sites feeding process when serving the children.
Make sure the rules and regulations are being carried out by each site.
Completes all paperwork that is required by the State of Alabama to be reimbursed for over 40,000 meals a month.
Learning Zone Home Center
2014-2017- Licensed Home Daycare
Owner and Teacher
Learning Zone Christian Academy LLC
2009-2014
Owner/Director.
Provide a safe, loving learning environment for children 6 weeks to 12 years of age.
Manages delivery of quality early childhood education program to preschool age children, plus extended care for up to 12 years of age. Build enrollment to operate at capacity.
Meet all of the state requirements to operate a center in the state of Alabama
Academy Director, La Petite Academy 1999-2009
Manages delivery of quality early childhood education program to preschool age children, plus extended care for up to 12 years of age. Build enrollment to operate at capacity.
Manages labor costs while maintaining staff ratios.
Manages accurate and complete financial reports.
Collects approved tuition fees in an efficient and tactful manner; maintains weekly tuition recording/ reporting summaries.
Identifies federal, state and local funding sources, both public and private; coordinates information with Regional Director.
Uses operational and financial reports to support achievement of school financial goals.
Teacher, Oakmont Child Care Center
Responsible for consistently meeting Teacher responsibilities and supporting Director in meeting center responsibilities. Teach, mentor, and supervise children. Instruct appropriate age groups utilizing prescribed educationally focused curriculum. Ensure and assist in maintaining a safe and clean environment. Assist with other duties as needed: may include food preparation, van pick up and etc.
1994-1999
Reference available upon request.
Internship
JECCEO Headstart Program
Specialized Training
First Aid
CPR
Food Handling Certification.
Food Handling Management Card
Minimum Standards Regulations and Procedures for the State of Human Resources.
Completed 120 CEU hours November 2017
Childcare Resources Training Hours 2018
Vicki Craig
1616 41 Street Ensley
Birmingham , Al 35208
Cell 205-441-1292
Vicki.Craig@yahoo.com
Objective
Eager to accept a full- time position that provides an opportunity to utilize my skills and experience in working with children and enhance the efficiency of the company as well as broaden my knowledge in the field.
Profile
Nearly 35 years of child care experience
10 years Academy Director experience
9 years Owner/Director experience
Goal-oriented individual with strong leadership capabilities.
Organized, highly motivated, and detail-directed problem solver.
Proven ability to work in unison with staff, management, and board of directors.
Education
CDA., Jefferson State Community College
A.A., Social Worker Technician, Lawson State Community College
Phi Beta Theta Honor Society
Relevant Experience & Accomplishments
Parent Relations
Establishes rapport with parents, conveying genuine interest and facilitating communication.
Resolves problems by proactive interaction with parents.
Ensure new parents are oriented to curriculum and educational objectives.
Evaluates School effectiveness as measured by formal and informal parental feedback and financial results.
Models appropriate behavior in stressful situations, gather factual data, communicates with all appropriate individuals, and takes appropriate and timely action; maintains confidentiality.
Promotes Center through community involvement; promoting a positive image of the curriculum and operational programs.
Respond appropriately to enrollment inquiries.
Management/Supervision
Recruits, select and retains quality Staff
Manages personnel policies, payroll, fringe benefits and leave policies.
Schedules Staff to meet operational needs and to comply with regulatory requirements.
Develops Staff through orientation and ongoing training.
Provides guidance and supervision for each employee by: Communicating clear expectation for performance. Supervising and monitoring Staff, providing coaching and counseling, terminating Staff when necessary.
Manages formal Staff evaluation process based onobersavation, regular communication and feedback.
Employment
Project Hopewell Inc.
May 2018 – August 2018 – Summer Camp Director/ still employed
Project Hopewell Inc.
September 2014 August 2017 – Site Monitor
Monitor/Site Liaison.
Monitor over 60 After School and Summer USDA Feeding Program Sites.
Train Sites staffs on the rules and regulations that are required by USDA.
Monitor sites feeding process when serving the children.
Make sure the rules and regulations are being carried out by each site.
Completes all paperwork that is required by the State of Alabama to be reimbursed for over 40,000 meals a month.
Learning Zone Home Center
2014-2017- Licensed Home Daycare
Owner and Teacher
Learning Zone Christian Academy LLC
2009-2014
Owner/Director.
Provide a safe, loving learning environment for children 6 weeks to 12 years of age.
Manages delivery of quality early childhood education program to preschool age children, plus extended care for up to 12 years of age. Build enrollment to operate at capacity.
Meet all of the state requirements to operate a center in the state of Alabama
Academy Director, La Petite Academy 1999-2009
Manages delivery of quality early childhood education program to preschool age children, plus extended care for up to 12 years of age. Build enrollment to operate at capacity.
Manages labor costs while maintaining staff ratios.
Manages accurate and complete financial reports.
Collects approved tuition fees in an efficient and tactful manner; maintains weekly tuition recording/ reporting summaries.
Identifies federal, state and local funding sources, both public and private; coordinates information with Regional Director.
Uses operational and financial reports to support achievement of school financial goals.
Teacher, Oakmont Child Care Center
Responsible for consistently meeting Teacher responsibilities and supporting Director in meeting center responsibilities. Teach, mentor, and supervise children. Instruct appropriate age groups utilizing prescribed educationally focused curriculum. Ensure and assist in maintaining a safe and clean environment. Assist with other duties as needed: may include food preparation, van pick up and etc.
1994-1999
Reference available upon request.
Internship
JECCEO Headstart Program
Specialized Training
First Aid
CPR
Food Handling Certification.
Food Handling Management Card
Minimum Standards Regulations and Procedures for the State of Human Resources.
Completed 120 CEU hours November 2017
Childcare Resources Training Hours 2018