Diana Reagon
Evansville,IN
Summary
Caring and competent Childcare Provider experienced in keeping kids safe while nurturing development with age-appropriate, creative, and engaging activities. Strong verbal and written communication skills, organized nature, and proactive approach to solving problems and managing conflict. Eager and willing to assist with various duties, tasks, and assignments. Accustomed to multitasking and working quickly.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Daycare Owner/Operator
Self-employeed
01.2017 - Current
- Organized fun-filled events and activities for children that promoted learning in an engaging manner.
- Enhanced parent satisfaction by maintaining open communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
- Managed financial aspects of the daycare business, including budgeting, expense tracking, and revenue generation.
- Ensured a safe, creative, and nurturing environment for children.
- Promoted healthy eating habits among children by overseeing menu planning and meal preparation.
- Developed age-appropriate activities plans focused on cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
- Implemented effective conflict resolution strategies to address behavioral issues that arose among children, ensuring a harmonious learning environment for all.
Childcare Provider
Lisa Peters
08.2015 - 03.2016
- Developed strong relationships with the family, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
- Engaged in developmentally age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Supported emotional well-being by addressing individual needs and providing a nurturing environment for growth.
- Administered first aid when needed.
- Managed behavior issues effectively using positive reinforcement techniques, fostering a respectful atmosphere.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
- Provided assistance with academics and various homework activities after school.
- Safely transported children and followed proper pick-up protocol as determined by Mother's Morning Out at Crossroads.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
- Fostered creativity with various arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and self-expression.
Childcare Provider
Katelyn Lemond
06.2014 - 03.2016
- Developed strong relationships with the family, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
- Supported emotional well-being by addressing individual needs and providing a nurturing environment for growth.
- Administered first aid when needed.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Ensured child safety through vigilant supervision.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Assisted children in developing fine motor skills through play-based learning activities such as puzzles and stacking blocks.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Assisted in toilet training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
- Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
- Implemented daily routines to establish consistency, helping children transition smoothly between activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations, Event Planning
Asbury University
Wilmore, KYCDA - Early Education
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Evansville, IN2024
Skills
- Punctuality
- Verbal Communication
- Positive Reinforcement
- Activity Planning
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Storytelling Techniques
- Artistic Expression
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Patience and Empathy
- Flexible
- Good at Taking Direction
Timeline
Daycare Owner/Operator
Self-employeed
01.2017 - Current
Childcare Provider
Lisa Peters
08.2015 - 03.2016
Childcare Provider
Katelyn Lemond
06.2014 - 03.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations, Event Planning
Asbury University
CDA - Early Education
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana