Erica Matthews
MERIDIAN
Summary
Diligent Childcare Director with over 13 years of experience directing enrichment activities, curriculum, and caring for children in a licensed childcare facility. Oversees staff and operations to meet Mississippi licensing standards and contract requirements resulting in successful inspections and monitoring reviews. Cultivates a safe and nurturing environment for children while maintaining profitability and business growth. Offers extensive knowledge of child development and education. Skilled in creating and managing programs to create safe, secure and nurturing environment for children. Experienced in successful staff management and program development.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Daycare Director
Daddy's Hands Daycare
03.2010 - Current
- Brought center into full compliance with licensing and safety regulations for fire and disaster preparedness, Department of Public Health codes and USDA nutritional guidelines.
- Conducted trainings and mentored staff, consistently improving performance.
- Managed, observed and evaluated lead teachers, teacher assistants and kitchen staff.
- Recruited, selected and retained quality administrators, teachers and support staff.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
Desk Clerk
The Learning Connection
08.2007 - 08.2009
- Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
- Maintained clean, tidy and sanitized common areas for personnel and guests.
- Checked in and out designated equipment, keys and supplies.
- Enforced building rules with staff, guests and outside professionals.
- Recorded significant occurrences in daily log with professionalism and critical details.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
The University of Arizona Global Campus
Chandler, AZ06.2023
High School Diploma -
West Lauderdale High School
Collinsville, MS05.2007
Skills
- Staff Hiring
- Administrative Functions
- Staff Management
- Staff Recruitment
- Team Collaboration
- Interpersonal Communication
- Classroom Management
- Curriculum Development
- Lesson Planning
- Behavior Modeling
- Activity Planning
- Positive Role Model
Timeline
Daycare Director
Daddy's Hands Daycare
03.2010 - Current
Desk Clerk
The Learning Connection
08.2007 - 08.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
The University of Arizona Global Campus
High School Diploma -
West Lauderdale High School
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