Turkessia Waples
Morrow
Summary
Dynamic childcare professional with extensive experience as Owner/Operator at Turkes Childcare, excelling in operations management and personnel development. Successfully increased brand awareness and optimized processes, reducing costs by 15%. Skilled in fostering collaborative environments and ensuring safety, with a strong focus on community partnerships and inclusive practices. Proficient in documentation and reporting.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Operator
Turkes Childcare
Morrow, GA
03.2018 - Current
- Managed daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and customer satisfaction.
- Developed marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and drive sales.
- Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels and reducing waste.
- Trained and mentored staff, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Managed daily operations for optimal efficiency, streamlining processes to reduce costs.
- Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
- Supervised staff training on child care best practices and safety protocols.
- Established partnerships with local resources to enhance community support for families.
- Organized field trips to enhance cultural awareness and provide diverse learning experiences outside the home setting.
- Coordinated activities and schedules to optimize children's engagement and learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with other childcare professionals to share best practices and continuously improve service quality at the home daycare facility.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for children through regular inspections, maintenance, and cleaning of the daycare facility.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring compliance with licensing regulations and health standards.
- Fostered nurturing environment, encouraging positive relationships among children and families.
- Provided nutritious meals and snacks while accommodating any dietary restrictions or allergies for each child in care.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curriculum promoting cognitive and social development.
- Adapted the learning environment to accommodate children with special needs or disabilities ensuring inclusivity for all participants.
School Bus Monitor
Cape Henlopen School District
Lewes, DE
09.2010 - 06.2018
- Monitored student behavior to ensure safety during transportation.
- Assisted with loading and unloading students, promoting a secure environment.
- Communicated effectively with drivers to coordinate safe routes and schedules.
- Addressed student concerns promptly, fostering a positive atmosphere on the bus.
- Implemented safety protocols for emergency situations, enhancing passenger preparedness.
- Collaborated with school staff to manage pick-up and drop-off procedures efficiently.
- Observed and reported any incidents or irregularities to appropriate authorities.
- Supported students with special needs, ensuring accessibility and comfort during rides.
- Assisted in maintaining an orderly and safe environment for students while traveling to and from school.
- Demonstrated proper use of wheelchair lift, wheelchair tie-downs and orthopedic devices for handicapped passengers.
- Worked with bus driver and parents to meet specialized needs of passengers.
- Assisted administration with assignment of students to bus routes and prepared reports using Software.
- Maintained clean and sanitary bus by cleaning and removing trash at end of each route.
- Communicated with bus drivers, contractors and schools regarding route changes.
- Assisted juvenile passengers in crossing roadway safely.
Education
High School Diploma - Business Technology/ Childcare Education
Sussex Technical
Georgetown, DE06.1997
Skills
- Operations management
- Documentation and reporting
- Hiring
- Business planning
- Personnel management
- Operations oversight
Certification
CPR adult and children
Timeline
Owner/Operator
Turkes Childcare
03.2018 - Current
School Bus Monitor
Cape Henlopen School District
09.2010 - 06.2018
High School Diploma - Business Technology/ Childcare Education
Sussex Technical