Skylar Arrington
Carrollton
Summary
Assistant Director experienced in staff scheduling, training development, and fostering supportive environments for educators and children. Enhanced program effectiveness by overseeing business operations and formulating strategic goals. Built and maintained strong customer relationships through effective communication and analytical problem-solving.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
One Year Old Teacher
Leap Of Faith Childcare
Heflin, AL
08.2014 - 08.2017
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Took care of up to 9/10 one year olds daily and met their every need.
- Established and maintained nurturing environment supporting social, emotional, and academic development in students.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curriculum promoting cognitive, social, and emotional growth.
- Facilitated engaging activities that encouraged language development and motor skills in children.
- Established positive relationships with children and families, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Trained and mentored new staff on best practices for early childhood education and classroom management.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
Assistant One Year Old Teacher
Cadence Education
Bremen , GA
12.2017 - 02.2019
- Engaged students with immersive activities to expand on lecture topics.
- Built relationships with students and parents to improve learning.
- Kept work area organized and clutter-free.
- Assisted the lead teacher in daily activities following the curriculum everyday.
- Arranged nap and rest time so that every child was ready for the afternoon.
- Assisted in preparing meals/snacks to meet every child's nutritional needs.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management and instructional strategies.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to address individual student needs effectively.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered positive classroom environments to enhance student participation and learning outcomes.
- Maintained 8+ children daily in the classroom.
Lead Two Year Old Teacher
Cadence Education
Bremen , GA
05.2019 - 08.2023
- Created positive environment focused on learning and being inclusive of children from different backgrounds.
- Put together fun lesson plans to engage children in learning foundational letter and number recognition skills.
- Arranged daily naps and rest periods to recharge students fro afternoon play and additional learning.
- Cleaned spaces regularly and sanitized surfaces daily to prevent spread of communicable diseases.
- Prepared and served meals/snacks to meet children's nutritional needs.
- Supported students emotionally, socially, and academically with one-on-one care.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans for two-year-olds, enhancing cognitive and social skills.
- Fostered a nurturing classroom environment, promoting emotional development and positive behavior management.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss child progress and address developmental concerns effectively.
- Assessed children's developmental milestones using observational methods to tailor learning experiences.
- Coordinated age-appropriate activities that stimulated creativity and physical development in students.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Dressed and changed infant and toddler diapers to maintain hygiene.
- Maintained 10+ children daily in the classroom.
- Fostered a nurturing environment promoting social, emotional, and cognitive development in young learners.
Assistant Director
Sunbrook Academy at Bay Springs
Villa Rica, GA
08.2023 - 10.2025
- Led curriculum development initiatives, enhancing educational programs and teacher resources.
- Mentored staff, fostering professional growth and improving team performance through targeted coaching.
- Implemented operational improvements, streamlining processes to increase efficiency in daily management tasks.
- Coordinated parent engagement activities, strengthening community relationships and promoting program visibility.
- Developed training materials for new hires, ensuring consistency and quality in onboarding processes.
- Managed budget allocations for educational resources, optimizing spending while maintaining program standards.
- Mentored new teachers through observation, feedback, and professional development opportunities.
- Conducted regular safety drills to ensure preparedness in case of emergency situations at school premises.
- Assisted the Director in developing innovative programs to improve students'' academic performance and retention rate.
- Coordinated field trips or off-campus activities that promote experiential learning opportunities outside the classroom setting.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Developed and managed a team of 20+ employees to ensure efficient operations of the organization.
Assistant Director
Sunbrook Academy at Carrollton
Carrollton, GA
10.2025 - Current
- Facilitated communication between administration and staff, promoting transparency and collaboration across departments.
- Streamlined communication between teachers, parents, and administrators to foster a collaborative learning environment.
- Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding process for new educators to maintain a high-quality teaching staff.
- Implemented effective conflict resolution strategies for resolving issues among faculty members or between students.
- Fostered a positive school culture by promoting open communication among staff members and celebrating successes together as a team.
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Led professional development workshops on topics such as classroom management, differentiated instruction, and assessment strategies.
- Mentored new educators, providing guidance on curriculum delivery and classroom management techniques.
- Conducted staff training sessions to elevate instructional techniques and promote a positive learning environment.
- Managed department budget to ensure adequate resources for staff development and instructional materials.
- Organized professional development workshops for staff, enhancing skills and boosting team capabilities.
- Led planning and execution of major corporate events, ensuring they were delivered on time and within budget.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Assisted the Director in developing innovative programs to improve teacher performance and retention rate.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or upset parents.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Developed and managed a team of 20+ employees to ensure efficient operations of the organization.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cleburne County High School
Heflin, AL05-2016
Skills
- Connect with parents
- Staff management
- Program coordination
- Problem-solving
- Organizational skills
- Team leadership
- Multitasking
- Customer service
Timeline
Assistant Director
Sunbrook Academy at Carrollton
10.2025 - Current
Assistant Director
Sunbrook Academy at Bay Springs
08.2023 - 10.2025
Lead Two Year Old Teacher
Cadence Education
05.2019 - 08.2023
Assistant One Year Old Teacher
Cadence Education
12.2017 - 02.2019
One Year Old Teacher
Leap Of Faith Childcare
08.2014 - 08.2017
High School Diploma -
Cleburne County High School