VIVECA WYATT

Viveca identifies as African‑American, with family roots that trace back to the Great Migration from the Deep South to Chicago in the 1950s. Growing up in a close‑knit church community in the South Side, she was immersed in Black cultural traditions, gospel music, and community activism. Relocating to Dundee after marriage, she continues to celebrate her heritage through participation in local Black arts festivals, cooking soul‑food meals with her family, and incorporating African‑American stori

Viveca aims to transition from center‑level management to a district‑wide director role where she can champion equitable access to high‑quality early education, especially for underserved Black families in Cook County. She plans to complete a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and pursue a Master’s in Educational Leadership within the next five years. Her long‑term ambition is to design a city‑wide arts‑infused preschool initiative that embeds cultural heritage and creative expressio

Viveca brings a blend of administrative savvy and creative program design to her role as a childcare administrator. With an associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education and more than ten years of hands‑on experience, she excels at staff recruitment, budgeting, and compliance with Illinois licensing regulations. Her curiosity about art and new ideas fuels her ability to integrate visual arts, music, and storytelling into daily curricula, enhancing developmental outcomes. She is adept at parent

Outside of work, Viveca finds solace in solitary creative pursuits. She enjoys painting with acrylics, sketching scenes from her Chicago neighborhood, and curating small art displays in her home. A lover of music, she often listens to classic soul and contemporary jazz while practicing yoga and mindfulness meditation to manage stress. She frequents local galleries and the Chicago Cultural Center, seeking inspiration for her programs. Gardening on her backyard balcony provides a calming routine,