Amanda Davis-taylor
Haysville,KS
Summary
At Giggle N' Play, a seasoned Daycare Owner/Operator excelled in creating enriching environments, enhancing parent satisfaction through effective communication, and adeptly managing financial operations. Demonstrated expertise in curriculum planning and child development, alongside a strong acumen in financial oversight, showcases a balanced blend of hard and soft skills pivotal for success in early childhood education.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Daycare Owner/Operator
Giggle N' Play
360 S. Peach Cir
06.2012 - Current
- Organized fun-filled events and activities for children that promoted learning in an engaging manner.
- Enhanced parent satisfaction by maintaining open communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
- Managed financial aspects of the daycare business, including budgeting, expense tracking, and revenue generation.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for children through regular maintenance, staff training, and adherence to safety protocols.
- Promoted healthy eating habits among students by overseeing menu planning and meal preparation according to nutritional guidelines set forth by experts in the field of early childhood nutrition.
Patient Care Technician
Via Christi St Joesph Hospital
Wichita, KS
01.2012 - 06.2012
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Starkey Inc.
Wichita, KS
09.2006 - 01.2012
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, daily activities, incidents, and relevant observations to ensure continuity of care across team members.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
- Provided reliable transportation for clients to attend medical appointments, social outings, or other community-based events as needed.
- Helped clients manage money, pay bills, and shop for groceries or personal items.
- Managed medications for clients, ensuring proper dosages were taken on schedule and any side effects were promptly reported to healthcare professionals.
- Established trust-based relationships with clients by consistently demonstrating respect, empathy, reliability, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored support in areas such as mobility training, communication skills development, and community integration activities.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of direct support services.
- Developed crisis intervention strategies for challenging behaviors or situations in accordance with established guidelines while maintaining a calm demeanor under pressure.
Education
Associate Of Arts And Sciences - Early Childhood Education
Cowley County Community College And Area Vocational-Technical School
Arkansas City, KS05.2019
High School Diploma -
Wichita West High
Wichita, KS05.2005
Skills
- Parent Communication
- Curriculum Planning
- Licensing Knowledge
- Child development expertise
- Nutrition planning
- Special Needs Care
- Activity Coordination
- Financial Oversight
- Community Networking
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Interpersonal Communication
- Event Planning
- Enrollment procedures
- Regulatory Compliance
- Program Development
- Progress Monitoring
- Critical Thinking
- Classroom Management
- Epi-Pen use
Certification
Cpr/first aid certification
Current Kansas background check and fingerprints.
Timeline
Daycare Owner/Operator
Giggle N' Play
06.2012 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Via Christi St Joesph Hospital
01.2012 - 06.2012
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Starkey Inc.
09.2006 - 01.2012
Associate Of Arts And Sciences - Early Childhood Education
Cowley County Community College And Area Vocational-Technical School
High School Diploma -
Wichita West High