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Lakeyia Allen

Lakeyia Allen

Dover

Summary

Dedicated Early Childhood professional focused on creating safe and engaging learning environments. Proven expertise in curriculum development, staff training, and regulatory compliance, ensuring high-quality educational experiences. Strong communication and leadership skills foster collaboration among educators and support staff. Committed to achieving organizational goals through efficient task management and a compassionate approach to childcare.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Executive Administrative Assistant

Beach Babies Child Care
Townsend
03.2017 - Current
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
  • Observed and monitored the behavior of children in order to ensure safety and provide positive guidance.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance, assessments and progress reports.
  • Collaborated with parents in order to discuss their child's progress or any concerns they may have had regarding their child's development or behavior.
  • Implemented appropriate strategies to manage challenging behaviors.
  • In charge of planning meals according to dietary requirements.
  • Provided guidance on personal hygiene habits such as hand washing and teeth brushing.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant regulations such as health and safety standards.
  • Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
  • Supervised and trained assistant educators, fostering a collaborative and professional team environment.
  • Directed and supervised children during field trips and special activities.
  • Maintained detailed records of children's progress, behaviors, and interactions to inform instructional decisions and parent communications.
  • Provided leadership and guidance to staff of early childhood program, including hiring, training and evaluating.
  • Coordinated professional development opportunities for teachers on topics related to early childhood education best practices.
  • Maintained accurate records of children's health screenings, immunizations and developmental progress.
  • Facilitated parent-teacher conferences as needed to address individual student needs.
  • Served as a mentor for new teachers by providing guidance on classroom management strategies.
  • Attended workshops and seminars related to early childhood education trends and best practices.
  • Ensured compliance with local, state and federal laws related to childcare programs.
  • Organized professional development opportunities for staff members to enhance their knowledge of child development principles.
  • Monitored daily operations of the early childhood program including staffing schedules, budgeting, and record keeping.

Educational Laboratory Specialist

Delaware Technical & Community College
Dover
06.2010 - 03.2017
  • Supervised staff and classroom activities to maintain safety and order at center.
  • Assisted Early Childhood Education students in laboratory observation experiences.
  • Implemented changes or improvements based on feedback from colleagues or supervisors.

Classroom Leader I

Delaware Technical & Community College
Dover
06.2003 - 06.2010
  • Plan and implement activities to aid developmental growth in children, maintain assessment portfolios on child's developmental milestones, schedule parent and teacher conferences, assist children with daily routines, and light housekeeping.

Child Classroom Aide

Delaware Technical & Community College
Dover
06.2000 - 06.2003
  • Assist Lead Teacher in implementing lessons, supervise children, and light housekeeping skills.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - General Studies

Wilmington University
Dover, DE
05.2016

Early Childhood Development -

Delaware Technical & Community College
Dover, DE
12.2004

Early Childhood Education - 0 to K

Delaware Technical & Community College
Dover, DE
05.2003

Skills

  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Data entry and record keeping
  • Customer service and support
  • Conflict resolution strategies
  • Team collaboration skills
  • Event planning coordination
  • Effective communication techniques
  • Staff training and development
  • Budgeting assistance expertise
  • Meal planning organization
  • Behavior management strategies
  • Professional development initiatives
  • Program evaluation methods

Accomplishments

  • Bachelor Degree in General Studies
  • National Director's Credential
  • Early Childhood Credentials for Infant-Toddler, Preschool, and Administration
  • Associate Degree (Early Childhood Education 0 to K & Early Childhood Dev.)
  • Director's Certification from Delaware Technical & Community College

References

Available upon request.

Certification

  • Professional Development Specialist (PDS) Certification
  • B.A. in General Studies
  • A.A.S. in Early Childhood Education 0 to K
  • A.A.S. in Early Childhood Development
  • Early Childhood Administrator Certification
  • School Age Administrator Certification

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Executive Administrative Assistant

Beach Babies Child Care
03.2017 - Current

Educational Laboratory Specialist

Delaware Technical & Community College
06.2010 - 03.2017

Classroom Leader I

Delaware Technical & Community College
06.2003 - 06.2010

Child Classroom Aide

Delaware Technical & Community College
06.2000 - 06.2003

Bachelor of Arts - General Studies

Wilmington University

Early Childhood Development -

Delaware Technical & Community College

Early Childhood Education - 0 to K

Delaware Technical & Community College

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