Brenda Sanchez
Newkingstown,PA
Summary
Dynamic leader with proven expertise in staff management and safety regulations compliance, demonstrated at Lambs Gate Children's Center. Excelled in building parental engagement and fostering inclusive practices. Achieved significant staff retention and compliance with health and safety standards, showcasing a blend of administrative prowess and child development expertise.
Childcare professional with strong leadership skills, adept at managing teams and ensuring high standards of care and education. Proven ability to create nurturing and safe environment while fostering team collaboration and adaptability. Skilled in curriculum development, staff training, and regulatory compliance. Known for delivering consistent results and effectively meeting needs of children and families.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childcare Director
Lambs Gate Children's Center
11.2003 - 08.2023
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Recruited, selected, and retained high-quality staff to reduce turnover and foster stability.
- Supervised and managed team of childcare professionals to guarantee highest standards of care.
- Communicated with local and state government agencies to maintain compliance with all regulations.
- Resolved conflicts and administered corrective action to foster positive experience for children and staff.
- Established strong relationships with parents through open communication and regular updates on child progress.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant licensing requirements by maintaining detailed documentation and submitting timely reports as necessary.
- Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
Food Service Supervisor
Cumberland Valley School District
09.1991 - 01.2003
- Kept guest and work areas clean, organized, and sanitized per established standards.
- Reduced food waste by implementing proper inventory tracking and storage practices.
- Maintained compliance with company policies and procedures for food safety, sanitation, and quality.
- Maintained health and food safety standards at all stages, from storage through delivery.
- Ordered new supplies and food to maintain service levels.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Care And Education
Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg, PA12-2014
Skills
- Safety regulations compliance
- Staff hiring
- Administrative functions
- Staff management
- Parental engagement
- Program assessment
- Inclusive practices
- Professional ethics
- Child development expertise
Certification
- Director's Credential - Various State Departments of Education or Human Services.
- CPR/AED Certification
- State Police Clearance
- Child Abuse Clearance
- FBI Clearance
- Mandated Reporter
- NSOR Clearance
Timeline
Childcare Director
Lambs Gate Children's Center
11.2003 - 08.2023
Food Service Supervisor
Cumberland Valley School District
09.1991 - 01.2003
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Care And Education
Harrisburg Area Community College
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