Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
MSDE Certified Director for Infant, Preschool and School Age
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Tammy DeGrange

Frederick

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Frederick County YMCA, excelling in team management and strategic planning. Cultivated high-performing teams through effective mentorship and communication, enhancing employee engagement and retention. Expert in budget management and operations, driving continuous improvement and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.

Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Before & After School Enrichment

Frederick County YMCA
03.2022 - 06.2025
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Navigated company through periods of significant change, maintaining focus on long-term strategic goals.
  • Evaluated employee performance objectively using established metrics, leading to fair compensation adjustments based on meritocracy principles.

Senior Director of Child Care Services

Frederick County YMCA
08.1999 - 03.2022

Responsible for total operations of licensed childcare facility from infants to 5 years of age.

  • Fostered work culture of collaboration and inclusion to increase morale and reduce turnover.
  • Created an agile working environment, enabling rapid response to changing business needs without sacrificing quality or performance standards.
  • Increased employee satisfaction, providing regular coaching and feedback sessions.
  • Grew talent pool by actively recruiting top-tier candidates from diverse backgrounds while implementing robust training programs for skill development across all levels of staff members.
  • Reduced employee turnover rates by creating a positive work environment with clear expectations and support systems in place.
  • Led development of business operation processes and policies.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.

Director of Before & After Site Director

Frederick County YMCA
02.1994 - 08.1999
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
  • Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
  • Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
  • Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Leveraged professional networks and industry knowledge to strengthen client relationships.
  • Evaluated employee performance objectively using established metrics, leading to fair compensation adjustments based on meritocracy principles.
  • Navigated company through periods of significant change, maintaining focus on long-term strategic goals.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.

Education

Elementary Education

Towson State University
Towson, MD
12-1993

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

Frederick Community College
Frederick, MD
05-1990

High School Diploma -

Governor Thomas Johnson High School
Frederick, MD
06-1988

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Strategic planning
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Decision-making
  • Operations management
  • People management
  • Team management
  • Project management
  • Employee development
  • Staff management
  • Goal setting
  • Budget management
  • Staff development
  • Program management
  • Hiring and retention
  • Rules and regulations
  • Team collaboration
  • Leadership development
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Risk management

Certification

  • Infant, Child, Adult CPR
  • MSDE Director Certification - Infant, Preschool, School-age
  • MSDE Director Training
  • ADA Training
  • Basic Health & Safety Training
  • Medication Administration Training
  • Emergency Preparedness Training
  • Active Supervision Training

MSDE Certified Director for Infant, Preschool and School Age

I am currently certified to operate childcare center for ages infant through school age through the Maryland State Department of Education,

Timeline

Director of Before & After School Enrichment

Frederick County YMCA
03.2022 - 06.2025

Senior Director of Child Care Services

Frederick County YMCA
08.1999 - 03.2022

Director of Before & After Site Director

Frederick County YMCA
02.1994 - 08.1999

Elementary Education

Towson State University

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

Frederick Community College

High School Diploma -

Governor Thomas Johnson High School
Tammy DeGrange