DANA C. DORN
Cape Coral,FL
Summary
Accountable and even-tempered daycare worker specializing in the care of toddlers and younger children. Experienced working directly with parents to educate best and socialize kids. Adept at simultaneously encouraging learning and creativity.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Daycare Provider/0wner
MTH DAYCARE ACADEMY
01.2021 - Current
- Prepared meals, supervised during naptime and performed regular headcounts.
- Participated in and often led monthly all-parent meeting.
- Designated leader for fire drills and other safety measures; consistently communicated basics of emergency safety to children.
- Developed strong relationships with families, fostering trust and open communication between parents and caregivers.
- Conducted regular assessments of child development, identifying areas for improvement or additional support as needed.
- Assisted children in developing social skills through interactive games and group activities that promoted cooperation and teamwork.
- Maintained a safe and nurturing environment for children, ensuring their physical and emotional wellbeing.
- Supported families during transitions such as toilet training or starting school by providing guidance on strategies for success at home.
- Coordinated sensory play experiences that allowed children to explore new textures, scents, sounds fostering curiosity about the world around them.
- Communicated effectively with parents about their child''s progress, behavior, and milestones achieved during daycare hours.
- Provided individualized attention to each child, recognizing their unique needs and adapting care accordingly.
- Organized and maintained a clean, inviting play space that encouraged exploration while adhering to safety guidelines for childcare facilities.
- Encouraged creativity through various art projects and hands-on activities designed to stimulate imagination while building fine motor skills.
- Delivered engaging storytime sessions that encouraged early literacy skills while sparking interest in reading among young learners.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
- Maintained safe play environment by emphasizing and maintaining cleanliness and organization.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Created and implemented diverse educational strategies to boost development.
- Prepared students for kindergarten by teaching fundamentals of math.
- Participated in mandatory professional development activities.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
- Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
- Assisted in potty training and toilet hygiene.
- Handled daily administrative tasks efficiently to minimize time away from children.
- Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
TEACHER ASSITANT
GREENFIELD BILINGUAL SCHOOL
05.2018 - 08.2020
- Performed three after-school pickups per week.
- Cooked dinners and prepared lunches; washed dishes or assisted kids with doing so.
- Kept flexible availability and rates on weekends, remained on-call for emergencies.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
Daycare 0WNER
MAGIC TREE HOUSE ACADEMY
07.2013 - 02.2018
- Oversee and administer group learning activities, encourage equal participation and offer specialized attention based on parent and teacher recommendations.
- Maintain eight-hour supervision of groups ranging between 20 and 50 children.
- Share administrative duties with daycare director, contact parents, create schedules, run midday and after-work errands.
- Maintained a safe and nurturing environment, adhering to state licensing regulations and standards.
- Enhanced parent satisfaction through open communication channels and regular updates on child progress.
- Improved daycare operations by implementing efficient scheduling and staff management practices.
- Developed curriculum for various age groups, ensuring appropriate educational and recreational activities.
- Attended professional meetings and conferences to maintain and improve professional competence.
- Supervised childcare workers and oversaw facility to meet state requirements for education and training.
- Observed and assessed classroom activities to verify conformity with quality standards.
- Maintained accurate accounting of tuition and operating reports.
- Oversaw safety requirements, inspection, and certification procedures to facilitate annual licensing review.
- Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
- Stayed current on guidelines to maintain compliant program operations.
- Implemented school policies, procedures, and systems to promote safe and healthy environment in compliance with state standards.
- Modernized instructional plans and educational approaches to enhance student learning.
- Collaborated on strategies to enhance student learning and behavior alongside parents and teaching staff.
- Optimized resource usage at the center by coordinating supply inventory management efficiently.
- Reduced incidences of behavioral issues by establishing clear expectations for conduct within the facility.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents, building trust and encouraging involvement in their child''s development process.
- Streamlined administrative processes, enabling efficient record-keeping and billing systems.
Education
Associate of Arts - Some College
MATC
Milwaukee, United States05.2015
Skills
- Early childhood development
- Social and academic development
- Activities planning
- Care planning
- Emotional development
- Safety awareness
Timeline
Daycare Provider/0wner
MTH DAYCARE ACADEMY
01.2021 - Current
TEACHER ASSITANT
GREENFIELD BILINGUAL SCHOOL
05.2018 - 08.2020
Daycare 0WNER
MAGIC TREE HOUSE ACADEMY
07.2013 - 02.2018
Associate of Arts - Some College
MATC
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