Director of Enrichment and Lead Youth Coach

MARY RACHEL GARDNER

Childcare and Education Enrichment Professional

EDUCATION

University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA Graduated May 2013 Bachelor of Arts: Theatre, Business and Film Production QUALIFICATIONS

*25 Years of child care experience including babysitting, nannying, tutoring, coaching and mentoring

*First Aid and CPR Certified

*Experience with infants and special needs children

*Can handle watching multiple children at once

EXPERIENCE

Kidokinetics, Redwood City, CA 2024-2025

Director of Sports Enrichment and Lead Youth Coach

• Spearheaded comprehensive program operations, encompassing sales, business development, client acquisition and retention, program instruction, talent acquisition, staff development, strategic marketing, and administrative oversight

• Delivered high-quality sports enrichment sessions, leveraging strong coaching skills and technical expertise to engage and motivate participants across diverse age groups and skill levels

• Contributed to curriculum development and refinement, ensuring age-appropriateness, progressive skill development, and alignment with program objectives

• Evaluated and mentored coaching staff, providing constructive feedback to foster continuous improvement and cultivate a supportive, collaborative team environment

• Drove proactive sales outreach through phone calls, emails, presentations, and site visits, successfully building relationships with prospective clients and expanding program reach Curated Care, Los Angeles, CA 2020-2024

Childcare Expert

• Connected with many families through private creative lessons and childcare

• As a trusted kid expert, I educated, inspired and entertained with art, crafts and games

• Ensured families’ needs were met for home enrichment and emotional support Pod School, Los Angeles, CA 2020-2021

Elementary Grade Levels Tutor

• Provided tutoring and childcare support services to four students and families as they navigated their way through the pandemic and stay at home ordinances

• Worked with the students on developing good studying and time management skills

• Helped with afterschool homework and social activities safely with COVID-19 precautions A-List Tutoring, Los Angeles, CA 2020-2021

Highschool Grade Levels Tutor

• Offered private tutoring and homework support in all school subjects

• Taught effective organization and study habits

• Checked in regularly with parents to discuss academic progress Quantum Tutors, Los Angeles, CA 2018-2019

Elementary-Highschool Grade Levels Tutor

• Provided professional guidance and support to students and families as they navigate their way through elementary, middle and high school and prepare for college

• Enhanced and distilled each student’s true potential inside and outside the classroom

• Delivered an individualized service tailored to the unique educational needs of each student and family

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