Carrie Rickards

Executive Director

Eva Joseph Learning and Cultural Society

08.2014 - Current

Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization.
Guided staff through periods of organizational change, maintaining morale and engagement during transitions.
Forge strong relationships with board members, providing regular updates on organizational progress and soliciting their expertise when needed.
Monitored compliance with laws and regulations to protect organization from legal liabilities and penalties.
Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a collaborative work environment for increased productivity.
Fostered work culture of collaboration and inclusion to increase morale and reduce turnover.
Built relationships with donors, government officials and other organizations to secure funding and support for organization.
Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging professional development opportunities for staff members.
Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable terms while adhering to budgetary constraints.
Represented organization to local public by giving presentations and speeches and participating in community events.
Exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability.
Collaborated with external organizations including non-profits, businesses and government agencies to create mutually beneficial partnerships.
Developed strategic partnerships with key stakeholders to expand the organization''s reach and influence.
Drove strategic improvements to enhance operational and organizational efficiencies.
Advocated for organization and company mission to raise awareness and support.
Championed diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts within the organization to create a more inclusive work environment.
Built and maintained strong company teams by hiring and training qualified staff to create positive and productive work environments.
Aligned department vision, goals, and objectives with company strategy to achieve consistently high results.
Set organizational goals and objectives to guide and direct company focus and achieve mission fulfillment.
Developed and implemented organizational strategies to achieve set goals and objectives and secured long-term success.
Strengthened governance structures, establishing clear policies and procedures for board management and operations.
Negotiated beneficial agreements with service providers, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing expenses.
Secured substantial funding for new projects by cultivating relationships with key donors and stakeholders.
Boosted team productivity and morale by developing comprehensive employee training and development program.
Led organization through significant transition period, maintaining stability and focus on strategic goals.
Facilitated successful accreditation processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Fostered culture of continuous improvement, introducing regular feedback mechanisms for staff and volunteers.
Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
Cultivated company-wide culture of innovation and collaboration.
Devised and presented business plans and forecasts to board of directors.
Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.
Collaborated with other early childhood professionals to stay current on best practices in the field of early education.
Ensured compliance with state licensing regulations through diligent monitoring and timely reporting.
Early identification of at-risk children in partnership with multi-disciplinary teams initiating intervention strategies.
Navigator between regulatory agencies'' requirements ensuring accurate documentation submission including health department inspections.
Created a safe, nurturing environment that promoted the social-emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development of each child.
Developed strong relationships with families, fostering open communication and collaboration for children''s success.
Conducted regular staff meetings promoting transparency fostering open exchange discussing ongoing feedback/suggestions for improvements.
Streamlined administrative processes to improve overall efficiency in day-to-day operations.
Coordinated and facilitated development of cooperative efforts between schools and other community agencies in serving students.
Established partnerships with local organizations to provide additional resources and support for families in need.
Organized family engagement events to build trust between the program staff and parents or guardians of enrolled children.
Mentored new hires guiding them towards seamless integration within the existing team to ensure a united front in achieving program goals.
Evaluated program effectiveness using data-driven assessments, making adjustments as needed to meet goals and objectives.
Promoted inclusivity among diverse student population cultivating respect for individual differences.
Managed staff recruitment, hiring, training, and retention to maintain a team of highly qualified educators.
Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
Recruited, selected, and retained high-quality staff to reduce turnover and foster stability.
Supervised and managed team of childcare professionals to guarantee highest standards of care.
Resolved conflicts and administered corrective action to foster positive experience for children and staff.
Furnished facility with supplies, equipment, food and materials to foster social and cognitive development.
Monitored and observed child progress, interactions and behavior and reported findings to parents.
Evaluated staff and offered guidance to enhance knowledge, skills, and professional development to optimize learning environment.
Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
Adhered to budgetary guidelines to set financial goals and maintain school profitability.
Developed relationships with community organizations to provide additional resources and services to families.
Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
Attended professional meetings and conferences to maintain and improve professional competence.
Supervised childcare workers and oversaw facility to meet state requirements for education and training.
Implemented school policies, procedures, and systems to promote safe and healthy environment in compliance with state standards.
Oversaw safety requirements, inspection, and certification procedures to facilitate annual licensing review.

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