Danielle Chasten
Ankeny,IA
Summary
Compassionate Daycare Owner/Operator known for high productivity and efficiently completing tasks. Skilled in child development, safety regulations compliance, and curriculum design to foster an engaging and secure learning environment. Excel in communication, empathy, and leadership, ensuring strong relationships with parents and a nurturing atmosphere for children.
Results-driven professional highly experienced in environments. Effectively leverage interpersonal communication skills to develop long-lasting relationships.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Daycare Owner/Operator
Tiny Hands Daycare
Ankeny, IA
06.2017 - 11.2024
- Organized and implemented activities to stimulate physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development of children in a daycare setting.
- Provided care for infants and toddlers by changing diapers, preparing meals, helping with nap times, and organizing playtime activities.
- Developed age-appropriate lesson plans that included music, art, outdoor games, and reading stories.
- Assisted in potty training children while providing positive reinforcement when successful.
- Communicated with parents regarding their child's progress in the daycare program.
- Intervened quickly and appropriately when issues between children arose using positive behavior management techniques.
- Created a welcoming atmosphere by greeting each child warmly upon arrival every morning.
- Demonstrated patience while working with young children who may have difficulty following directions or expressing themselves clearly.
Daycare Provider
In Home Daycare
Ankeny, IA
07.2014 - 04.2017
- Provided care for infants and toddlers by changing diapers, preparing meals, helping with nap times, and organizing playtime activities.
- Developed age-appropriate lesson plans that included music, art, outdoor games, and reading stories.
- Assisted in potty training children while providing positive reinforcement when successful.
- Supervised children during outdoor playtime to ensure safety at all times.
- Sanitized toys and equipment on a daily basis to maintain cleanliness standards.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
- Balanced schedules to promote optimal rest, play and educational periods.
- Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
- Developed and enforced positive strategies to encourage good behavior.
Mortgage Loan Processor
Bankers Trust
West Des Moines, IA
06.2013 - 07.2014
- Reviewed loan applications and verified accuracy of borrower information.
- Processed loan documents and ensured compliance with federal regulations.
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries regarding loan status.
- Prepared closing documents, including title policies, deeds, and other related items.
- Verified that all conditions of the loan have been met prior to disbursement of funds.
- Analyzed financial data such as income, assets, liabilities, and credit history to determine risk factors associated with each loan application.
- Submitted completed loan packages to underwriting department for approval or denial decisions.
- Maintained accurate records in accordance with company policy and procedures.
Mortgage Loan Processor
Academy Mortgage Corporation
Urbandale, IA
10.2012 - 06.2013
- Reviewed loan applications and verified accuracy of borrower information.
- Processed loan documents and ensured compliance with federal regulations.
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries regarding loan status.
- Prepared closing documents, including title policies, deeds, and other related items.
- Verified that all conditions of the loan have been met prior to disbursement of funds.
- Analyzed financial data such as income, assets, liabilities, and credit history to determine risk factors associated with each loan application.
- Submitted completed loan packages to underwriting department for approval or denial decisions.
- Ordered appraisals and title services on behalf of borrowers when necessary.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pontiac Township High School
Pontiac, IL06-1997
Skills
- First aid and CPR
- Parent communication
- Health and safety
- Processing documents
- Residential mortgage lending regulations
- 14 years of mortgage and banking experience prior to working in daycare in 2014
- Multi-line telephone systems
- Microsoft Office Proficiency
Affiliations
- Traveling
- Concerts
- Cooking
- Organizing Vacations
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Daycare Owner/Operator
Tiny Hands Daycare
06.2017 - 11.2024
Daycare Provider
In Home Daycare
07.2014 - 04.2017
Mortgage Loan Processor
Bankers Trust
06.2013 - 07.2014
Mortgage Loan Processor
Academy Mortgage Corporation
10.2012 - 06.2013
High School Diploma -
Pontiac Township High School
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