Angela Martin
Cadillac,MI
Summary
Dedicated childcare and management professional with extensive experience in overseeing childcare operations and implementing innovative educational programs. Committed to fostering a collaborative environment that ensures positive outcomes for both children and staff. Recognized for adaptability and reliability in dynamic settings, with proven expertise in curriculum development and effective staff management. Passionate about creating nurturing spaces that promote growth, learning, and development for all children.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Center Director
Joyful Hearts Childcare Center
Cadillac, MI
08.2021 - Current
- Conducted thorough performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of growth and providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Developed comprehensive staff training programs, improving employee skills and increasing overall quality of care provided.
- Oversaw compliance with state licensing regulations, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of requirements and addressing any areas needing improvement promptly.
- Adapted staffing schedules to accommodate fluctuating enrollment numbers, maintaining appropriate child-to-staff ratios while optimizing resource allocation.
- Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
- Established and optimized program schedules to cover planned needs while capitalizing on opportunities to improve student learning.
Lead Head Start Teacher
Cadillac Area YMCA
Cadillac, Michigan
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Prepare lesson plans in accordance with Creative Curriculum, follow through with lesson plans, prepare children for kindergarten, attendance, monthly paperwork, assessments.
- Maintain a safe play environment.
- Communicate with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors, and related issues.
- Sanitize toys and play equipment.
- Keep records on individual children, including daily observations and information about activities, meals served, and medications administered.
- Support children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Identify signs of emotional or developmental problems in children and bring them to parents' or guardians' attention.
Childcare Center Director
Education Station
Spring Lake, MI
08.2016 - 08.2019
- Conducted thorough performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of growth and providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Developed comprehensive staff training programs, improving employee skills and increasing overall quality of care provided.
- Implemented safety procedures and protocols to maintain a secure environment for both children and staff members.
- Oversaw compliance with state licensing regulations, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of requirements and addressing any areas needing improvement promptly.
- Established clear expectations for behavior management within the childcare center, promoting consistency among staff members when addressing challenging situations with children.
Childcare Center Director/Lead Infant Teacher
Kids First Learning Place
Spring Lake, MI
10.2015 - 08.2016
- Maintain a safe play environment.
- Dress children and change diapers.
- Observe and monitor children's play activities.
- Communicate with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors, and related issues.
- Sanitize toys and play equipment.
- Keep records on individual children, including daily observations and information about activities, meals served, and medications administered.
- Support children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Identify signs of emotional or developmental problems in children and bring them to parents' or guardians' attention.
- Assist in preparing food and serving meals and refreshments to children.
- Instruct children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toilet habits.
- Create developmentally appropriate lesson plans.
- Read to children and teach them simple painting, drawing, handicrafts, and songs.
Lead Infant Teacher
St. Johns Lutheran Childcare
Grand Haven, Michigan
01.2015 - 10.2015
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for infants by adhering to strict safety protocols and guidelines.
- Managed personal hygiene requirements with frequent diaper changes, use of bibs, and monitoring of behaviors.
- Contributed to the emotional growth of infants by providing consistent support, care, and encouragement.
- Promoted physical development among infants through daily exercise routines and fine motor skill-building activities.
- Enhanced overall classroom management efficiency by streamlining processes such as attendance tracking, diaper changes, snack distribution, and activity setup.
Teacher Assistant
Joyful Noise Christian Childcare
Grand Haven, Michigan
06.2012 - 04.2013
- Maintain a safe play environment.
- Dress children and change diapers.
- Observe and monitor children's play activities.
- Communicate with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors, and related issues.
- Sanitize toys and play equipment.
- Keep records on individual children, including daily observations and information about activities, meals served, and medications administered.
Education
AAS -
Baker College
Muskegon, MI03-2003
Skills
- Childcare Experience
- Time management
- Classroom experience
- Behavior management
- Classroom Management
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum Development
- Organization
- Behavior Management
Staff management
Parent-teacher relations
Curriculum planning
Child development
First aid and CPR
Certification
RBT Certification
Personal Information
- Driving License: Driver's License
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
- Visa Status: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Center Director
Joyful Hearts Childcare Center
08.2021 - Current
Lead Head Start Teacher
Cadillac Area YMCA
01.2020 - 01.2021
Childcare Center Director
Education Station
08.2016 - 08.2019
Childcare Center Director/Lead Infant Teacher
Kids First Learning Place
10.2015 - 08.2016
Lead Infant Teacher
St. Johns Lutheran Childcare
01.2015 - 10.2015
Teacher Assistant
Joyful Noise Christian Childcare
06.2012 - 04.2013
AAS -
Baker College