Krystyna Whitley
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Summary
Accomplished Director at Creative Kids Learning Center, adept in organizational development and financial management, significantly enhanced employee engagement and client satisfaction. Leveraged relationship-building skills to foster a supportive environment, achieving a 3-star Quality Rated status. Expert in staff management and regulatory compliance, ensuring operational excellence.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director
Creative Kids Learning Center
07.2022 - Current
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Oversaw all functions and daily tasks involving the GA Pre-K System.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability to include payroll for a staff of 20 - 25 and the Child and Adult Care Food Program
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements with the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning.
- Boosted client satisfaction rates through exceptional relationship management by implementing family-engagement functions to help aid in overall participation and administering policies to provide prompt resolution of issues.
- Achieved 3-star rating through Quality Rated with the highest points within this company.
- Assisted families with State programs such as Childcare and Parent Services.
Substitute Teacher
Bulloch County Board of Education
01.2021 - 06.2022
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Area Manager
Middle Georgia Probation
03.2017 - 01.2021
- Led a team to achieve company goals and exceed targets consistently, fostering a positive work environment.
- Managed daily operations for optimal performance, ensuring timely completion of tasks and projects.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations, maintaining detailed records and documentation as required.
- Guaranteed successful execution of court orders by monitoring and assisting in the enforcement of judgments, fines, and other legal directives.
- Improved courtroom efficiency by assisting judges and district attorneys with administrative tasks.
Preschool/Lead Toddler Teacher
Creative Kids Learning Center
12.2011 - 12.2016
- Created a nurturing classroom environment that supported the social-emotional growth of young learners.
- Promoted early literacy skills through engaging storytime sessions, interactive word games, and letter recognition activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, behavior incidents, and academic progress, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with center policies.
- Established routines and procedures that promoted a sense of orderliness, predictability, and security for toddlers.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers entering the profession, providing guidance on curriculum planning, instructional strategies, and classroom management.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, resulting in increased involvement in their children''s education.
Education
Child Development Specialist - Early Childhood Education
Ogeechee Technical College
05-2014
Certificate of Accounting - Accounting
Ogeechee Technical College
Statesboro, GA05-2011
Skills
- Relationship building
- Project coordination
- Staff management
- Organizational development
- Program management
- Hiring and retention
Certification
40-Hour Director Training - GA Professional Development System
Timeline
Director
Creative Kids Learning Center
07.2022 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Bulloch County Board of Education
01.2021 - 06.2022
Area Manager
Middle Georgia Probation
03.2017 - 01.2021
Preschool/Lead Toddler Teacher
Creative Kids Learning Center
12.2011 - 12.2016
40-Hour Director Training - GA Professional Development System
Child Development Specialist - Early Childhood Education
Ogeechee Technical College
Certificate of Accounting - Accounting
Ogeechee Technical College
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