Anabel Gomez
Brownsville
Summary
Dynamic Director with extensive experience at Imagination Station Academy 4, excelling in regulatory compliance and staff recruitment. Proven ability to resolve conflicts and enhance facility management, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for children. Committed to fostering positive relationships with families while maintaining meticulous records and promoting staff development.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director
Imagination Station Academy 4
Brownsville
09.2017 - 12.2024
- Supervised up to 8 staff members daily, providing guidance and support as needed.
- Ensured compliance with local regulations governing child care facilities.
- Reviewed applications from prospective families interested in enrolling their children in the program.
- Conducted regular inspections of the facility to ensure that it is clean, well-maintained and secure at all times.
- Participated in meetings with state licensing officials to discuss any issues or concerns about the daycare operations.
- Interacted regularly with students throughout the day by playing games, reading stories or engaging them in creative activities.
- Recruited, trained and evaluated staff and recommended personnel actions for programs and services.
- Resolved conflicts between children or between children and staff members in a timely manner.
- Scheduled employee shifts to ensure adequate coverage of all areas of the daycare center.
- Worked with parents and staff to improve student behavioral and learning issues with proactive approaches.
- Ordered necessary materials or equipment required by state regulations.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, immunizations and other relevant information for each child.
- Recruited qualified candidates for open positions within the daycare facility.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Managed household errands and other essential duties.
Daycare Teacher
Imagination Station Academy 1
Brownsville
10.2010 - 08.2017
- Ensured safety of all children by monitoring playground equipment use.
- Supervised children during meal times, playtime, and other activities.
- Encouraged children's curiosity and exploration through interactive learning activities.
- Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines.
- Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress or behavioral issues.
- Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play, and learning and developmental activities.
- Supervised children during indoor and outdoor playtime, ensuring their safety at all times.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Maintained accurate records of children's attendance, progress, and health concerns.
- Prepared educational materials and resources that support curriculum objectives.
- Administered medication according to doctor's orders when needed.
- Created and maintained a clean, organized, and stimulating environment conducive to learning.
- Created a positive, nurturing environment for young students.
- Fostered open and effective communication with parents regarding their children's development and daily activities.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to maintain a disciplined and nurturing classroom environment.
- Introduced learning activities and imaginative play to teach children to explore.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Universidad Automoma Tamaulipas
Matamoros Tamaulipas06-2004
Skills
- Regulatory compliance
- Staff recruitment
- Employee training
- Conflict resolution
- Facility management
- Record keeping
Affiliations
- Favorite pastime, rotary cycling.
- Traveling
Certification
- Child-care License
- CPR and first-aid training
- Food handler certification
Timeline
Director
Imagination Station Academy 4
09.2017 - 12.2024
Daycare Teacher
Imagination Station Academy 1
10.2010 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Universidad Automoma Tamaulipas
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