Dietrich Wright

Dedicated and results-oriented Childcare Center Director with more than 20 years of progressive experience in early childhood education, center administration, and team leadership. Proven ability to manage all aspects of childcare center operations while ensuring compliance with state licensing regulations, health and safety standards, and quality educational practices. Experienced in administering the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), developing high-performing teams, supporting curriculum implementation, and building strong partnerships with families and the community.

Recognized for creating safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environments that promote children's growth and staff success.

Childcare Center Director at Childcare Network (2023-04 – Present)

• Direct all daily operational, administrative, and educational functions of the childcare center.
• Ensure full compliance with state licensing regulations, health and safety standards, and company policies.
• Recruit, train, supervise, coach, and evaluate teachers and support staff to maintain high-quality programming.
• Foster positive relationships with children, families, staff, and community partners.
• Manage CACFP documentation, meal counts, and monthly reimbursement claims with accuracy.
• Monitor enrollment, staffing, classroom quality, and center performance to achieve organizational goals.

Childcare Center Director at La Petite Academy (2021-08 – 2023-04)

• Managed daily center operations while ensuring compliance with state licensing requirements.
• Supervised teaching staff and supported professional development initiatives.
• Maintained student records, enrollment files, health documentation, and regulatory paperwork.
• Strengthened communication and collaboration with families to promote student success.
• Ensured a safe, positive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment.

Childcare Center Director at The Sunshine House Early Learning Academy (2017-06 – 2021-05)

• Directed all aspects of center operations, including staffing, budgeting, licensing compliance, and program quality.
• Led performance management initiatives and implemented strategies to improve operational efficiency.
• Maintained high standards of customer service and family engagement.

Assistant Director at The Sunshine House Early Learning Academy (2015-02 – 2017-06)

• Assisted with daily center management, scheduling, staffing, and regulatory compliance.
• Supported hiring, onboarding, staff coaching, and classroom quality initiatives.
• Partnered with the Center Director to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

Georgia Pre-K Teacher Assistant at The Sunshine House Early Learning Academy (2013-07 – 2015-05)

• Supported classroom instruction using developmentally appropriate teaching practices.
• Assisted with classroom management, lesson implementation, and student assessments.
• Encouraged children's academic, social, and emotional development.

Georgia Pre-K Teacher Assistant at Bellbrook Child Development Center (2008-02 – 2013-06)

• Assisted lead teachers with planning and implementing engaging learning experiences.
• Supported individualized instruction and monitored children's developmental progress.
• Maintained a safe, organized, and nurturing classroom environment.

Lead VPK Teacher at Carrington Academy (2002-02 – 2008-02)

• Planned and delivered age-appropriate curriculum aligned with early learning standards.
• Prepared children for kindergarten through engaging educational experiences.
• Built positive relationships with families and maintained accurate student documentation.