Denice Merryfield
Melissa
Summary
Versatile childcare provider skilled in developing engaging educational activities and managing safety protocols. Proven success in fostering teamwork among children and maintaining effective communication with parents. Experience in administrative support enhances ability to create a structured, nurturing environment for diverse age groups.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childcare Provider
Self-Employed
Melissa
01.2003 - Current
- Facilitated educational games and creative play, enhancing children's developmental skills through engaging activities.
- Supervised children during playtime and organized engaging activities.
- Cared for children of various ages, assisting with feeding, dressing, and daily activities to support their individual needs.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks to promote healthy eating habits among children.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for children's daily activities.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's needs and progress.
- Fostered positive relationships among children to encourage teamwork and cooperation.
- Supported children with special needs, adapting activities to meet diverse requirements.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients through attentive communication, ensuring personalized service and support for children's development.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Receptionist
Microsoft
Las Colinas
03.2000 - 03.2001
- Greeted visitors and facilitated seamless check-in procedures to enhance visitor experience.
- Delivered exceptional customer service while engaging with internal and external customers, enhancing overall visitor experience.
- Managed incoming calls and directed them to appropriate departments.
- Handled customer inquiries and complaints, delivering timely resolutions to improve satisfaction.
- Assisted with scheduling appointments and managing calendars for staff.
- Maintained organized reception area, ensuring welcoming environment for visitors and staff.
- Performed data entry tasks into various computer systems accurately and promptly.
- Provided administrative support to staff members by typing letters, filing documents, and scanning and copying documents.
- Managed office supplies inventory by monitoring stock levels, anticipating needs, placing orders, and verifying receipt to maintain uninterrupted operations.
- Verified visitors' identification cards before allowing access to the building.
- Coordinated pick-up and delivery of express mail services.
- Used company badging system to create badges for new employees and visitors.
Education
Diploma - Christian Studies
Texas Baptist Bible College
Bedford, TX01-1994
Skills
- Child development
- Early childhood education
- Child behavior management
- Nutrition planning
- Safety management and compliance
- Family engagement
- Adaptive learning methods
- Parent communication strategies
- Effective communication skills
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving techniques
- Analytical skills
- Multitasking abilities
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Self-motivation
- Professional demeanor
Certification
Basic Life Support
Timeline
Childcare Provider
Self-Employed
01.2003 - Current
Receptionist
Microsoft
03.2000 - 03.2001
Diploma - Christian Studies
Texas Baptist Bible College