Highly knowledgeable Daycare Owner/Operator with relevant experience in managing all aspects of daycare operations including staff management, budgeting, and curriculum development. Skills include strong leadership, effective communication, and child development expertise. Demonstrated capability to ensure compliance with state regulations while providing a nurturing environment for children's growth. Impactful background in improving operational efficiency and increasing parent satisfaction through strategic planning and execution.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Daycare Owner/Operator
Through The Eyes of a Child
West Hartford, CT
09.2001 - 06.2024
Developed and implemented policies and procedures for daycare staff, including safety protocols.
Created a safe, nurturing environment to promote learning and growth in children.
Organized and planned a variety of activities to stimulate physical, mental and emotional growth for the children.
Provided supervision and guidance to ensure safety of children in all situations.
Communicated with parents regularly to discuss progress, concerns and any other issues related to the care of their children.
Assisted with homework, tutoring and school projects as needed.
Took children on outings such as parks, library visits, sports events or educational trips.
Engaged in creative play with the children such as reading stories, playing games or drawing pictures.
Transported the children safely to appointments, social engagements or recreational activities.
Monitored behavior of the children to enforce appropriate conduct standards set by parents.
Developed an understanding of each child's individual strengths and weaknesses.
Encouraged developmentally appropriate language skills through conversation and activities.
Planned age-appropriate educational activities designed to promote learning and development.
Participated in professional development activities such as trainings or workshops related to childcare topics.
Administered basic first aid techniques when needed while monitoring health conditions closely.
Prepared snacks and meals, scheduled, and coordinated projects and reinforced appropriate discipline for children according to parents' specifications.
Regulated children's schedules to balance rest, learning and play.
Followed routines to foster stability and structure in children's lives during parental absences.
Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
Created nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social, and intellectual growth.
Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
Education
High School Diploma -
Capital College
Hartford
Skills
Infant and toddler care
Nutrition planning
Special Needs Care
Financial Oversight
Staff recruitment
Parent Communication
Child assessment
First aid and CPR certified
Curriculum Planning
Early Childhood Education
Special Education
Activity Coordination
Progress Monitoring
Staff Training
Staff Management
Organizational Skills
Epi-Pen use
Problem-solving abilities
Time management abilities
Child Development
CPR Certified
Health and Safety Regulations
Critical Thinking
Adaptability and Flexibility
Child Advocacy
Decision-Making
Goal Setting
Toileting and feeding
Communication Skills
Child Development Milestones
Written Communication
Activity Planning
Timeline
Daycare Owner/Operator
Through The Eyes of a Child
09.2001 - 06.2024
High School Diploma -
Capital College
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