Yetunde Onilenla
Lagos,Nigeria
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in administration and operations, specialising in enrolment oversight and student safeguarding. Demonstrates a strong commitment to regulatory adherence and academic coordination, with proven skills in strategic planning, policy development, and financial planning. Adept at quality assurance and performance management, fostering stakeholder collaboration through effective team leadership and conflict resolution. Experienced in workshop facilitation and proficient in Office Suite, aiming to leverage these competencies to drive organisational success.
Results-driven Educational Consultant with knack for transforming educational programmes and mentoring educators. Crafted innovative curriculums that boosted student engagement and enhanced learning outcomes. Known for collaborative approach, leading to improved teacher performance and school ratings.
Experienced professional with focus on educational consulting. Specialises in developing tailored educational programmes and fostering academic growth. Utilises strong communication and analytical skills to drive student success and enhance learning environments.
Overview
3
3
Languages
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of post-secondary education
15
15
years of professional experience
Work history
Educational Consultant
Leap for Joy Schools
Lagos Mainland, nigeria
2026.03 - 2026.07
- Advise school owners and leadership teams on strategic school improvement initiatives.
- Review operational systems and recommend best practices for sustainable growth.
- Support curriculum implementation aligned with the Nigerian-British educational framework.
- Provide guidance on admissions, compliance, safeguarding, and staff development.
- Assist schools in strengthening governance and operational effectiveness.
Operations Manager
Ada by Alter Ego
2025.11 - 2026.02
- Directed daily business operations and administrative functions.
- Production & studio oversight; oversee the full workflow from design, sampling, fitting, production to finishing.
- Systems, process & documentation; enforcing existing systems, including trackers, sops checklist and dashboards
- Improved operational workflows to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Staff leadership & accountability; handle internal conflicts and performance issues professionally.
- Supported financial planning and operational reporting.
- Ensure all internal departments (studio, production, admin, logistics) are functioning efficiently
- Implemented systems that improved productivity and accountability.
Admin Officer
Leap for Joy Preschool
2016.10 - 2019.01
- Managed the daily administrative and operational functions of the school.
- Supervised a team of teaching and non-teaching staff, promoting accountability, collaboration, and high performance.
- Coordinated admissions, enrollment, and student records management.
- Managed school budgeting, expenditure monitoring, and resource allocation.
- Implemented student safeguarding policies and ensured compliance with child protection procedures.
- Coordinated school inspections and maintained compliance with regulatory standards.
- Supported the implementation of the Nigerian-British curriculum in collaboration with academic staff and with school owner.
- Organized school events, staff meetings, and parent engagement programmes.
- Worked closely with school leadership on policy implementation and continuous school improvement initiatives.
Montessori Teacher
Leap for Joy Preschool
2015.10 - 2016.09
- Planned and delivered engaging Montessori lessons.
- Monitored learners' academic and developmental progress.
- Created a stimulating and child-centered learning environment.
- Worked closely with parents to support children's holistic development.
- Maintained classroom records and assessment reports.
Front Desk Officer
Falcon Corporation Limited
2014.08 - 2015.08
- Managed front office operations and customer relations.
- Responded professionally to client inquiries and correspondence.
- Coordinated meetings and maintained administrative records.
- Supported executive administrative functions.
- Delivered exceptional customer service while maintaining a positive corporate image.
Industrial Training (IT)
Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank)
2014.07 - 2014.08
- Assisted with administrative and customer service functions.
- Supported records management and documentation.
- Observed banking operations and compliance procedures.
- Assisted customers with routine inquiries.
Class Assistant Teacher
Leap for Joy Preschool
2011.02 - 2013.06
- Assisted lead teachers in delivering classroom instruction.
- Supported learners' academic, emotional, and social development.
- Prepared learning materials and maintained classroom organisation.
- Assisted in monitoring learner progress and communicating with parents.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Political Science
University of Ibadan
Ibadan 2015.08 - 2019.09
Diploma (ND) - Business Administration
Yaba College of Technology
Lagos 2011.09 - 2014.10
Skills
- Educational admin
- Operations
- Enrolment oversight
- Student safeguarding
- Regulatory adherence
- Academic coordination
- Strategic planning
- Policy development
- Financial planning
- Quality assurance
- Performance management
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Team leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Workshop facilitation
- Office Suite
Accomplishments
- Over 10 years of progressive experience in education and school leadership.
- Successfully managed 40 teaching and non-teaching staff.
- Supervised the successful transition of 100+ learners from Crèche through Nursery into Primary School.
- Managed school financial planning, budgeting, and resource allocation.
- Coordinated successful school inspections and regulatory compliance.
- Implemented student safeguarding procedures to promote a safe and secure learning environment.
- Supported the effective delivery of the Nigerian-British curriculum.
- Strengthened parent engagement through effective communication and relationship management.
- Led administrative improvements that enhanced operational efficiency and service delivery.
Languages
English
Fluent
yoruba
Fluent
efik/ibibio
Intermediate
Affiliations
- love gardening, reading, listening to music, and learning new things.
Certification
- Peer Education Training – YARN 2004
- leadership training; managing the work environment. LBS 2014
- social media and internet marketing, google 2019
- Entrepreneurship Development Programme – SMEDAN 2020
- Entrepreneurial Management Programme – Covenant Capital 2022
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Educational Consultant
Leap for Joy Schools
2026.03 - 2026.07
Operations Manager
Ada by Alter Ego
2025.11 - 2026.02
Admin Officer
Leap for Joy Preschool
2016.10 - 2019.01
Montessori Teacher
Leap for Joy Preschool
2015.10 - 2016.09
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Political Science
University of Ibadan
2015.08 - 2019.09
Front Desk Officer
Falcon Corporation Limited
2014.08 - 2015.08
Industrial Training (IT)
Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank)
2014.07 - 2014.08
Diploma (ND) - Business Administration
Yaba College of Technology
2011.09 - 2014.10
Class Assistant Teacher
Leap for Joy Preschool
2011.02 - 2013.06