David Frinzi
Vancouver,WA
Summary
Experienced professional with a proven track record of success in diverse fields. Efficiently manages multiple tasks in fast-paced environments, consistently delivering projects on time and within budget. Demonstrates professionalism and effective communication abilities to meet client and company needs. Maintains a high level of professionalism while ensuring successful interactions with internal staff and the general public.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childcare Director
Support for Early Learning and Families (SELF)
06.2019 - Current
- Developed and Managed daily operations for K-5 youth in the before and after School program
- Supervised School Age childcare program built and maintained parent and school staff relations
- Leading the way in Providing a safe and productive environment for Children
- Directing Assistant staff meeting and facilitating trainings
- Encouraging conflict resolution for children to increase their independence in problem solving
- Creating and Communicating Staff work schedule
- Developed online orders for program within budget
- Maintaining Staff and Children files to adhere to the licensing requirements of the childcare program
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
- Evaluated staff and offered guidance to enhance knowledge, skills, and professional development to optimize learning environment.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Planned and monitored curriculum and program activities and liaised with teachers to create fun and engaging learning experiences.
- Furnished facility with supplies, equipment, food and materials to foster social and cognitive development.
- Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
- Monitored and observed child progress, interactions and behavior and reported findings to parents.
- Supervised and managed team of childcare professionals to guarantee highest standards of care.
- Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
- Supervised childcare workers and oversaw facility to meet state requirements for education and training.
- Attended professional meetings and conferences to maintain and improve professional competence.
- Stayed current on guidelines to maintain compliant program operations.
- Oversaw safety requirements, inspection, and certification procedures to facilitate annual licensing review.
- Established and optimized program schedules to cover planned needs while capitalizing on opportunities to improve student learning.
Lead Teacher for School Childcare program
Support for Early Learning and Families (SELF)
09.2018 - 06.2019
- I helped create a safe and productive environment for children
- Assist children in transitions from one area to another
- Setting up and taking down program supplies
- Encouraging conflict resolution for children to increase their independence in problem solving
- Developing Weekly lessons Plans for the children
- Helping to provide instruction for tasks for childcare Assistant
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every Children.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Helped children explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
School Age Childcare Assistant
Children Northwest
04.2018 - 08.2018
- I helped create a safe and productive environment for children
- Assist children in transitions from one area to another
- Setting up and taking down program supplies
- Encouraging conflict resolution for children as way to increase their independence in problem-solving
- Helping to provide instruction for tasks for childcare Assistant
- Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off Director.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement.
- Collaborated with instructors to develop engaging lesson plans.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
- Monitored students in computer lab to enforce proper use of resources.
- Maintained and operated classroom equipment to maximize use and lifespan.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
- Organized professional with expertise in managing resources and optimizing performance. Proficient in providing valuable insights and supporting decision-making processes. Committed to enhancing productivity and contributing to overall success.
- Maintained child-friendly environment by allowing frequent access to outdoor activities.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Engaged with children individually to encourage physical activity and academic curiosity.
- Established positive relationships with parent to collaboratively promote child's wellbeing.
- Supervised free play and other activities to keep children safe.
- Helped with creation of age-appropriate activities to keep children positively engaged.
- Assisted with meal preparation and feeding to meet children's dietary needs.
- Monitored children's progress and identified areas of improvement.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Promoted learning and social development through structured and unstructured playtime.
- Built constructive and open relationships with families with forthright yet friendly communication.
- Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
- Kept children between ages of 5 and 12 safe and secure with vigilant oversight.
- Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.
Para-Educator
Vancouver School District Special Education Department
10.2013 - 11.2018
- Assists the teacher by observing and supervising classroom activities during the instructional day to maintain a controlled and safe environment for students and staff including monitoring students during bathroom breaks, lunch time, and field trips
- Developing activities for learning and data collection
- Knowledgeable in filing and copying papers
- Facilitates the use of Hoyer lift and assisting clients with toileting needs
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as alphabet, shapes, and color recognition.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Assisted teachers and worked individually with students with special needs, helping each navigate education system.
- Collaborated with teachers to help with classroom and workload management.
- Monitored classroom to observe students' progress in developing skills as well as manage distracting or inappropriate behavior.
- Documented behaviors, implemented interventions, and treatment results.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Collaborated with instructors to develop engaging lesson plans.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
- Stepped into non-classroom environments such as libraries to help staff manage demand.
School Age Childcare Assistant
Children Northwest
04.2018 - 08.2018
- I helped create a safe and productive environment for children
- Setting up and taking down program supplies
- Encouraging conflict resolution for children as way to increase their independence in problem-solving
Co-Lead for Community Access Camp
The City of Vancouver Parks and Recreation
06.2016 - 08.2018
- Oversee the setup, up-keep, and staffing of program area; assist in training staff in using equipment and lesson planning for the program area; prepare, lead, and evaluate the program which include theme/special camp activities; maintain and inventory all equipment necessary for the program area
- Planning and scheduling activities for the program
- Providing support for other staff
- Delegating tasks to other staff
- Conflict resolution between clients and staff
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
Mentor for Accesses to Recreation
The City of Vancouver Parks and Recreation
01.2015 - 05.2018
- Communicated effectively
- Aided special needs adults
- Assisted in the serving of food to clients
- Maintained strict confidentiality in all situations unless abuse, neglect, or threats identified.
- Served as role model for mentees by demonstrating strong values and ethical standards.
- Assisted mentees in developing self-confidence and positive self-image.
- Promoted positive relationships between mentees and other peers and adults to encourage social resilience and connection.
- Advocated for students to access available resources.
Inclusion Mentor for Community Access Camp
The City of Vancouver Parks and Recreation
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Assisted in the operation of the summer activities for young Adults with disability
- Provided trash service, cleaning tables and floors
- Oversaw the safety of the clients
- Provided guidance and recommended coping mechanisms for youth dealing with difficult issues.
- Maintained strict confidentiality in all situations unless abuse, neglect, or threats identified.
- Regularly assessed progress and provided feedback to support continued development.
- Promoted positive relationships between mentees and other peers and adults to encourage social resilience and connection.
- Served as role model for mentees by demonstrating strong values and ethical standards.
- Collaborated with parents and teachers to help students reach potential.
- Advocated for students to access available resources.
Basketball Mentor
The City of Vancouver Parks and Recreation
03.2015 - 06.2015
- Provided young mentee in need of social, developmental, and emotional support the companionship of a caring adult
- Communicated effectively to mentee’s
- Worked closely with the coach to achieve set goals and objectives
- Assisted with implementing drills and skills during Practices and Games
- Respected the mentee’s right to self-determination and independence
- Maintained strict confidentiality in all situations unless abuse, neglect, or threats identified.
- Assisted mentees in developing self-confidence and positive self-image.
Inclusion Mentor
The City of Vancouver Parks and Recreation
06.2014 - 08.2014
- Prompted Inclusion to mainstream program for Special needs children and Teens
- Equipped children with disabilities with skills to participate in activities and field trips
- Communicated to children and teens with disabilities
Education
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Ashford University
10-2011
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Intercultural Studies
Skills
- Strong verbal communication
- Effective time management
- Schedule management
- Customer service & Relationship management
- Critical thinking for problem-solving
- Detail-oriented mindset
- Proactive safety management
- Proficient in resolving conflicts
- Reliable and punctual
- Strong computer skills
- Strong verbal communication
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 1-2 staff members at times.
- Effective at scheduling staff during the summers to meet program needs, as well as taking into account the needs of the staff.
- Successfully fosters positive professional relationships with staff, children, and parents.
Certification
- CPR Certified
- Childcare qualifications are in good standing according to the Washington State database called Merit.
- Current Food Handler's card.
Timeline
Childcare Director
Support for Early Learning and Families (SELF)
06.2019 - Current
Lead Teacher for School Childcare program
Support for Early Learning and Families (SELF)
09.2018 - 06.2019
School Age Childcare Assistant
Children Northwest
04.2018 - 08.2018
School Age Childcare Assistant
Children Northwest
04.2018 - 08.2018
Co-Lead for Community Access Camp
The City of Vancouver Parks and Recreation
06.2016 - 08.2018
Inclusion Mentor for Community Access Camp
The City of Vancouver Parks and Recreation
06.2015 - 08.2015
Basketball Mentor
The City of Vancouver Parks and Recreation
03.2015 - 06.2015
Mentor for Accesses to Recreation
The City of Vancouver Parks and Recreation
01.2015 - 05.2018
Inclusion Mentor
The City of Vancouver Parks and Recreation
06.2014 - 08.2014
Para-Educator
Vancouver School District Special Education Department
10.2013 - 11.2018
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Intercultural Studies
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Ashford University
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