Claire Puccio-Zitt
Toms River
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in child services, notably as an Assistant Family Service Worker at the Department of Children and Family Services. Recognized for exceptional quality assurance and cross-functional coordination, I excel in fostering safe environments and building strong relationships, ensuring compliance with safety standards while enhancing family support services.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Family Service Worker
Department of Children and Family Services
08.2019 - Current
- Facilitated safe family visits, fostering attachment between parents and children.
- Provided timely support services, connecting families in crisis to essential resources.
- Ensured compliance by maintaining accurate case documentation and updating family records.
- Prioritized tasks effectively, managing time based on urgency and family expectations.
- Cultivated strong relationships with families through active listening and interpersonal skills.
- Recognized for exceptional service worker performance through positive supervisor evaluations.
Lead Preschool Teacher
O.C.E.A.N Incorporated Head Start
02.2019 - 06.2019
- Enhanced student engagement through effective lesson plans based on GOLD strategies.
- Cultivated strong relationships with families and staff to support children's development.
- Facilitated activities promoting social interaction and cognitive skill enhancement.
- Monitored student progress using assessments, adapting strategies for improved outcomes.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations and Head Start standards in programming.
Instructional Paraprofessional
Toms River Regional Schools
09.2013 - 02.2019
- Enhanced classroom engagement by adapting materials for diverse student needs.
- Supported teachers in lesson preparation and effective classroom management.
- Collaborated with educators to execute individualized education plans for students.
- Monitored student progress and communicated observations to teaching staff.
- Facilitated small group instruction, fostering academic and social skills development.
Household Manager/Family Coordinator
Zitt Family
09.2005 - 08.2013
- RAISED MY 3 CHILDREN
- Managed household operations, ensuring efficient scheduling and resource allocation.
- Coordinated maintenance and repairs, liaising with service providers for timely resolutions.
- Developed budgets for household expenditures, optimizing financial resources effectively.
- Oversaw event planning and execution, ensuring seamless experiences for family gatherings and functions.
- Managed financial operations for household of 5 members.
- Scheduled appointments for medical, dental, and self-care needs.
- Handled various administrative tasks on behalf of the household such as correspondence, document management, and filing systems.
- Planned youth activities to foster intellectual and emotional development.
- Ensured a clean and healthy living environment through meticulous attention to detail in housekeeping duties.
Child Care Center Director
All Saints Episcopal Church And Preschool
12.2000 - 07.2005
- Ensured compliance with state regulations, enhancing safety and operational standards.
- Streamlined record-keeping processes, significantly improving administrative efficiency and reporting accuracy.
- Enhanced employee skills through comprehensive training programs, raising quality of care.
- Evaluated program quality by observing activities, reviewing plans, and gathering feedback.
- Maintained certifications through ongoing training and continuing education courses.
- Implemented age-appropriate curriculum, enriching children's overall learning experiences.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Bergen Community College
Paramus, NJ05-2003
Skills
- Workplace safety
- Patience and tolerance
- Cross-functional coordination
- Quality assurance
Certification
- New Jersey Substitute Teaching Certificate
- C.P.R Training
- First Aid Certificate
Timeline
Assistant Family Service Worker
Department of Children and Family Services
08.2019 - Current
Lead Preschool Teacher
O.C.E.A.N Incorporated Head Start
02.2019 - 06.2019
Instructional Paraprofessional
Toms River Regional Schools
09.2013 - 02.2019
Household Manager/Family Coordinator
Zitt Family
09.2005 - 08.2013
Child Care Center Director
All Saints Episcopal Church And Preschool
12.2000 - 07.2005
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Bergen Community College