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Liana Benitez

@lianabenitez

Executive Director and educator who leads childcare programs, teams, and budgets with care.

United States
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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a leadership role where I can manage childcare education programs, teams, and budgets—keeping health and safety compliant and improving daily learning and family experience through strong curriculum and communication.

I’m an Executive Director with experience leading Montessori and childcare operations, ensuring daily compliance with local and federal regulations while supporting strong learning environments. I oversee education programs, curriculum and summer programs, and I translate student needs into individualized learning plans.

I’ve managed day-to-day operations including employee matters, timesheets, hiring and termination, quarterly reviews, and compensation reviews. I also keep health and safety operating procedures in full compliance, staying current on local and state licensing requirements.

Alongside my education leadership, I’ve built operational and customer-facing expertise through management roles in food service, including Head Baker/Manager and Preschool Lead Teacher responsibilities. I focus on scheduling, budgeting and inventory, marketing initiatives to increase visibility and referrals, and consistent, high-quality service for families and guests.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Preschool Lead Teacher

First Methodist Church

May 2025 - Present (1 year 3 months)

Oversee the implementation and coordination of preschool education programs in compliance with local and federal regulations. Implement curriculum, track student progress, and support reading and language development with individualized learning plans.

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Assistant Director

Happy Flower Montessori & Daycare

Dec 2018 - Jun 2019 (6 months)

Assist with day-to-day operations including data entry, employee timesheets, and school administration. Order supplies and equipment, manage the school calendar and events, and help implement local and state regulations.

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Pre-School Teacher

Happy Flower Montessori & Daycare

Apr 2018 - Dec 2018 (8 months)

Implement assigned preschool curriculum and track student progress and daily performance. Support reading and language development and create individualized learning plans based on student needs and parent guidelines.

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Cashier, Cook, Drive

Chicken Express

Apr 2014 - Mar 2015 (11 months)

Provide customer service and manage money while inputting food orders into a POS system. Maintain store cleanliness, handle truck unloading, and restock the floor.

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Student Counselor

Greenhill School

Aug 2001 - Aug 2013 (12 years)

Assist teachers with supplies and student support, including nutrition-related assistance and maintaining child safety on and off the playground. Help with educational paperwork and keep parents informed while supporting classroom cleanliness and the learning environment.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts logoAA

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts

Associate's in Baking and Pastry Arts, Baking and Pastry Arts

Completed an associate program in Baking and Pastry Arts at Auguste Escoffier, finishing in February 2025.

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Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts

Diploma in Pastry Arts, Pastry Arts

Completed a diploma in Pastry Arts at Auguste Escoffier, finishing in October 2024.

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Early College High School

High School Diploma, General Education

Earned a High School Diploma through Early College High School, graduating in May 2015.

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Software and tools used professionally

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