Catherine Agurcia
Miami,FL
Summary
Diligent Childcare Director with 3 years of experience directing enrichment activities, curriculum and caring for children in licensed childcare facility. Oversees staff and operations to meet Florida's licensing standards and contract requirements resulting in successful inspections and monitoring reviews. Cultivates safe and nurturing environment for children while maintaining profitability and business growth. Highly organized, resourceful and forward-thinking leader. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Preschool Director
Brilliant Kids Academy
11.2023 - Current
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Evaluated staff and offered guidance to enhance knowledge, skills, and professional development to optimize learning environment.
- Implemented school policies, procedures, and systems to promote safe and healthy environment in compliance with state standards.
- Furnished facility with supplies, equipment, food and materials to foster social and cognitive development.
- Stayed current on guidelines to maintain compliant program operations.
Preschool Teacher
Banyan Day School
01.2016 - 05.2021
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
Education
Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential - Education
Council Of Professional Recognition
Miami, FL09-2024
Diploma in Medical Billing And Coding - Medical Billing And Coding
Florida Education Institute
5818 SW 8th St, West Miami, FL 3314405-2021
Skills
- Parent communication
- Child safety procedures
- Early childhood education
- Childcare management
- Administrative functions
- Safety regulations compliance
- Professional ethics
- Staff hiring
- Excellent communication
- CPR certified
- Staff evaluation
- Organizational skills
- Critical thinking
- Regulatory compliance
Certification
CDA Certification.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Assistant Preschool Director
Brilliant Kids Academy
11.2023 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Banyan Day School
01.2016 - 05.2021
Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential - Education
Council Of Professional Recognition
Diploma in Medical Billing And Coding - Medical Billing And Coding
Florida Education Institute
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