Daisy Ocampo
Houston
Summary
Dynamic Child Care Director with a proven track record at Light of Houston Bilingual Academy, skilled in staff recruitment and parental engagement. Enhanced program quality through innovative curriculum development and achieved national accreditation. Adept at fostering a positive environment while ensuring compliance with safety regulations, demonstrating strong leadership and interpersonal communication skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child Care Director
Light of Houston Bilingual Academy
01.2025 - Current
- 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.
- Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
- 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.
- Analyzed enrollment data to identify trends, optimize staffing levels, and inform future program development.
- Planned and monitored curriculum and program activities and liaised with teachers to create fun and engaging learning experiences.
- Monitored and observed child progress, interactions and behavior and reported findings to parents.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Mentored team members to foster professional growth and enhance overall staff performance.
- Maintained accurate records of child attendance, medical information, and emergency contacts in compliance with state regulations.
- Created an inclusive environment that respected diversity in culture, language, ability level, and learning style.
- Improved parent satisfaction rates by addressing concerns promptly and implementing feedback-driven improvements.
- Achieved accreditation from national childcare organizations as a reflection of exceptional care standards.
- Conducted regular safety audits, ensuring a secure environment for children and staff alike.
- Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
- Executed marketing plan and promoted positive image to achieve enrollment goals.
- Implemented comprehensive health policies aligned with CDC guidelines to minimize illness outbreaks within the facility.
- Partnered with external organizations such as libraries or museums to broaden children''s educational exposure beyond traditional settings.
- Developed staff training programs for effective team collaboration and increased service excellence.
- Enhanced childcare quality by implementing innovative educational programs and activities.
- Managed budget allocation, ensuring optimal resource utilization for facility maintenance and improvement initiatives.
- Furnished facility with supplies, equipment, food and materials to foster social and cognitive development.
- Organized successful fundraising events to support center programs and resources enhancement.
- Developed relationships with community organizations to provide additional resources and services to families.
- Adhered to budgetary guidelines to set financial goals and maintain school profitability.
- Coordinated special events and field trips that enriched children''s learning experiences outside the classroom setting.
- Evaluated staff and offered guidance to enhance knowledge, skills, and professional development to optimize learning environment.
- Facilitated ongoing professional development opportunities for staff members to ensure adherence to industry best practices.
- Supervised childcare workers and oversaw facility to meet state requirements for education and training.
- Implemented school policies, procedures, and systems to promote safe and healthy environment in compliance with state standards.
- Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
- Stayed current on guidelines to maintain compliant program operations.
- Observed and assessed classroom activities to verify conformity with quality standards.
- Modernized instructional plans and educational approaches to enhance student learning.
Pre-K Teacher's Assistant
Light of Houston Bilingual Academy
04.2023 - 12.2024
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
- Organized snack time and nap hours.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
- Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
- Stepped into non-classroom environments such as libraries to help staff manage demand.
- Assisted with school field trips and special events by collecting permission slips and payments.
Infant Teacher
Light of Houston Bilingual Academy
11.2021 - 04.2023
- Kept classroom and feeding areas clean, neat, and safe.
- Maintained a safe, nurturing environment for infants by adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Managed personal hygiene requirements with frequent diaper changes, use of bibs, and monitoring of behaviors.
- Used proper sanitizing techniques for toys, surfaces, and equipment.
- Developed strong relationships with parents to foster trust and open communication regarding their child''s wellbeing.
- Provided thorough documentation of each child''s day-to-day activities, achievements, concerns, or incidents for both internal records and parental review upon request.
- Promoted development of social, emotional, and communication skills in infants.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Managed daily routines efficiently while maintaining flexibility to accommodate any unforeseen changes or challenges throughout the day.
- Utilized a variety of teaching methods, including storytelling, music, and visual aids, to stimulate infant curiosity and interest in learning.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Enhanced infant learning by implementing age-appropriate activities and educational games.
- Assessed developmental milestones and provided regular updates to parents on their child''s progress.
Floater Teacher
Light of Houston Bilingual Academy
11.2019 - 09.2020
- Promoted a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering mutual respect among students.
- Built and maintained environment that stimulated learning and supported student achievement.
- Exercised great adaptability in transitioning between assigned classrooms.
- Established open lines of communication with parents, updating them on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Assisted in curriculum development, contributing to improved student outcomes and overall course effectiveness.
- Organized extracurricular activities that promoted teamwork, leadership skills, and a sense of community among students.
- Monitored up to Number students simultaneously with confidence and leadership.
- Managed class time efficiently by creating detailed schedules that allowed ample opportunity for both instruction and independent practice.
- Acted as a liaison between students, families, and school administration to address any concerns or issues that arose throughout the academic year.
- Graded and assessed exams and essays with scrutiny and fairness according to policies of School Name.
- Facilitated extra-curricular activities and assemblies in collaboration with other supervisory and supporting staff.
- Supported students from varying backgrounds in ways necessary for successful grade completion.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Education
John F. Kennedy High School
6325 W 56th St Chicago, IL 60638 United States06.2018
Skills
- Safety regulations compliance
- Staff hiring
- Administrative functions
- Staff management
- Parental engagement
- Marketing and communications
- Fostering positive environment
- Staff supervision
- Staff evaluation
- Epi-pen use
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Team collaboration
- Interpersonal communication
- Classroom management
- Enrollment procedures
- Staff recruitment
- Program development
- Progress monitoring
- Critical thinking
- Event planning
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Relationship building
- Parental communication
- Health and safety regulations
- CPR certified
- Conflict resolution
- Goal setting
- First aid certification
- Child development expertise
- Time management abilities
- Staff training
- Crisis management
- Progress reporting
- Licensing regulations
- Bilingual communication
- Toileting and feeding
- Communication skills
Certification
CPR
TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
Child Care Regulation
Timeline
Child Care Director
Light of Houston Bilingual Academy
01.2025 - Current
Pre-K Teacher's Assistant
Light of Houston Bilingual Academy
04.2023 - 12.2024
Infant Teacher
Light of Houston Bilingual Academy
11.2021 - 04.2023
Floater Teacher
Light of Houston Bilingual Academy
11.2019 - 09.2020
John F. Kennedy High School
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